Graduate Operations Consultant

Dublin, -, Ireland

Cork, -, Ireland

Operations Consulting

Europe Region

Requisition #: DUB0000Z2

See it differently. You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate, and communities.

The Opportunity

At Arup, our Operations Consultants work with clients, primarily across infrastructure and transport, but also in energy and the built environment, to solve complex operational challenges. Combining analytical thinking, business insight, and technical expertise, we help organisations improve governance, manage risk, optimise performance, and deliver sustainable, long-term value.

As a Graduate Operations Consultant, you will have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and develop practical solutions that enhance the way organisations plan, operate, and deliver critical services.

Responsibilities

• Support operations consulting projects focused on governance, risk, compliance, and business improvement.
• Analyse operational and performance data to identify opportunities for improvement and support evidence-based client recommendations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, dashboards, and other project documentation.
• Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver operational solutions.
• Contribute to operational readiness, resilience, and project management activities across infrastructure and transport projects.
• Support business process reviews and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with data analysis, performance monitoring, and operational assessments.
• Contribute to project planning, stakeholder engagement, and strategic decision-making activities.
• Help clients improve efficiency, effectiveness, compliance, and organisational performance.

Is this role right for you?

We are seeking the following qualifications, skills, and attributes:

Qualifications

An undergraduate or bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) in one of the following disciplines:

• Business & Commerce
• Operations Management
• Business Analytics
• Project Management
• Risk Management
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science (including Cybersecurity)
• Data Science
• Data Engineering
• Economics
• Management Information Systems
• A related business, engineering, or analytical discipline

Desired Skills & Knowledge

• An interest in operations consulting, organisational performance, and business improvement.
• Understanding of governance, risk management, and compliance principles.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and operational delivery.
• Experience with business analytics, performance reporting, and data-driven decision making.
• Exposure to business process modelling and continuous improvement techniques.
• Strong data analytics capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Familiarity using data visualisation and reporting tools.
• Ability to interpret complex information and communicate insights clearly.

Desired personal attributes

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Curiosity and a desire to understand how organisations operate and improve.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality outputs.
• A proactive mindset with enthusiasm for learning and professional growth.

Eligibility

We're able to consider candidates who require an employment permit to work in Ireland, where the role and offered salary meet the Irish Government's eligibility criteria (for example, under the Critical Skills or General Employment Permit schemes). All Employment Permits are granted at the discretion of the Deciding Officer with offers contingent to obtaining the correct immigration to work and reside in Ireland.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow, and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities, and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.

Regional addition

For our permanent members we offer private medical insurance allowances, life assurance, and income protection cover.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity, and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. Candidates may inform us of any disability, learning difference, or other circumstance that may require reasonable adjustments for interviews or assessments. Any information provided will be used only to make appropriate arrangements and will not be considered in any other aspect of your application or selection process.

Closing Date

12 November 2026

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. We advise that you apply early.