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Consulting Degree Apprenticeship in Business Leadership and Management Practice

EY
Salary
Competitive
Degree awarded
Level 6
Start date
Annual — applications open throughout the recruitment season, September 2026 start

About the role

This four-year apprenticeship combines hands-on consulting work with a degree in Business Leadership and Management Practice from Northumbria University and professional qualification from the Chartered Management Institute. Based in Newcastle, you'll spend approximately 80% of your time on client projects with EY's Consulting Service Delivery team, helping businesses manage risks and controls in areas like financial crime and transformation, whilst dedicating 20% to university study (one day per week in-person plus additional support days). You'll earn a competitive salary whilst working on real projects and developing professional expertise in operational delivery.