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The Elevate Programme

Our flagship Elevate Programme is not a bootcamp, or a graduate scheme with complex entry requirements and rigid roles. 

Instead, we intentionally elevate the careers of smart people from all backgrounds, including non-graduates, career changers, and returners. We hire based on ability, prioritising aptitude and genuine interest over academic credentials or experience. Our tried and true model is designed to launch meaningful careers, not just fill roles. 

Our consultants undergo comprehensive technical training delivered by our in-house faculty before joining a client. This equips them with both industry-standard practical skills and a holistic understanding of their role within the company and the broader financial markets.

Once on assignment, their development doesn't stop. We'll help them create a learning pathway tailored to their capabilities and interests, supported by a learning platform featuring technology modules and an AI coach. The Elevate+ Programme embeds qualifications like CIMA, AWS or PRINCE2 into this journey.

Hire, train, deploy & manage, convert

 

Simulate Training

Simulate training is a dynamic and immersive learning experience designed to prepare consultants for fulfilling careers in the financial services industry. Undertaken before the client assignment begins, the intensive instructor-led classroom programme uniquely blends soft skills development with technical training through a variety of simulations, role plays, and eLearning modules. This approach ensures our consultants are equipped with both the foundational knowledge of financial services and the practical skills needed to excel in their roles.

 

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Building confidence and capability

Our ten years of working with organisations big and small across financial services, professional services, and fintech have made clear one thing: with the right training and support, talented individuals - many of whom traditional recruitment methods would discount - will fly. 

Our pre-deployment training is designed to bridge the gap between university teaching and real-world application, help ambitious career changers understand the landscape of their new roles, and bring career returners back up to the cutting edge.

On average, the Simulate programme increases consultant confidence in their ability by 75%.

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Immersive simulations and role-plays

  • A hallmark of Simulate training is its focus on realistic, theme-specific simulations and role plays. These exercises mirror the challenges consultants will face in their professional environments, providing a hands-on opportunity to understand tasks and decision-making processes.
  • Working closely with our clients to ensure scenarios are tailored and specific, we allow consultants a safe space to practise their knowledge and skills.
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Blending soft skills and technical training

  • Our pre-deployment training prioritises the development of interpersonal and professional skills such as communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving. These are seamlessly integrated with technical training to make consultants confident in their unique strengths and skills and their ability to contribute right from the start.
  • Instructor-led classroom sessions and eLearning modules deliver key technical training while fostering collaboration and critical thinking.
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Industry and role-specific focus

  • Our consultants gain a foundational understanding of the major trends and drivers shaping the financial services industry, including developments in data and technology, compliance, ESG, risk and regulation, and financial services in general.
  • This industry context enables participants to understand the relevance of their roles to the project, organisation, and the broader financial markets overall. Meaningful work leads to high engagement and job satisfaction, increasing retention. 
  • Our client-centric approach means each programme is designed bespoke. Whether building talent in technology, risk, compliance, business analysis, or project management, the training content is adjusted to meet the unique demands of each career path.
  • eLearning modules and ongoing technical lunch and learns are delivered year-round, curated to deepen understanding of specific tools, methodologies, trends, and best practices.
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Having graduated from the training, I have a far greater understanding of myself and my strengths. I had never given it much thought, but focusing on why I have my strengths and how I can use them has made me much more confident as I begin my career. I plan to use my strengths as much as possible!

End-to-End Coordinator, Global Banking Platform

What makes the training we offer at Vantage Point so unique is the fact that the technical and soft skills taught are ALSO tested, developed and encouraged during the programme. Our consultants have the chance to apply what they have learnt in the classroom and in a professional setting and get tailored feedback immediately. They can test out a range of techniques and styles as they start their personal development journey and build their personal brand to go out there and make an impact on client sites and in the world.

The growth we see in our consultants is exponential. It’s an awesome and beautiful process to be a part of.

Emily Webb, Trainer

I didn't realise I was a leader until I took part in Simulate!

Risk & Compliance Consultant, Global Investment Bank

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