About you
If you have the aptitude and personality, you’ll have what it takes. Our Academy is suitable for, but by no means limited to:
Graduates & School-Leavers
Our programme builds on your
passion for learning and gives
you a start in the world of work.
Returners to work
We employ people who want
to change careers and
build on the skills they’ve learnt.
Physical & Neurodiverse
Supporting individuals with physical and neurological disabilities to get into the world of work.
Your Xander Journey
Step 1: Testing and Evaluation
Accessible screening and testing that will determine you have the skills and, crucially, personality that are a right fit for Xander.
Step 2: The Xander Academy
Providing you with the business, technical and holistic skills you
need to succeed in your career.
Step 3: Client placement
We’ll place you with one of our market-leading clients for up to two years, during which you’ll receive on-going support.
Trusted by Talent
Hear from the very people who have lived the Xander experience.
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Data Analytics Associate
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Business Transformation Associate
Secure your future with Xander
Interested in delivering projects across Transformation, Data, Digital or Cloud? We provide comprehensive training for several business and technical roles to kick start your career.
Creating change that matters
From day one you'll put your training and skills into practice by supporting social enterprise projects that focuses on creating social and environmental change and gain valuable real-life project skills in return for your pro-bono support.
CASE STUDIES
Transforming start-ups and the world's largest companies.
Our Associates have delivered diverse tech and transformation support across a multitude of industries and business sizes.
Why Xander?
What you’ll get during your time with Xander
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Top employers
You’ll work with industry leading clients, the best place to launch your career.
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Competitive pay
A competitive salary and benefits package.
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Tailored training
You’ll receive the best technical and business training to equip you for the world of work.
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Ongoing support
On-going mentorship, pastoral care and wellbeing support throughout your work placement.
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Holistic approach
A holistic approach that teaches essential life skills such as resilience, curiosity and emotional intelligence.
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People focused
A talent company that genuinely cares about their people, helping you build a career that you’re passionate about.
“The Xander Academy is the perfect platform to kick start your career. You will learn vital skills for the world of work, in a programme led by world-class industry experts and thought leaders who are committed to your personal growth and development.”
Adam Russell
Academy Lead
Support & Development
Here are some of the ways in which Xander will help you to grow and nurture as professionals.
Bespoke Wellbeing Programme
A holistic learning approach that will equip you with essential life skills.
Peer Support
On-site buddy system, to help you settle into your role.
Mentorship Programme
Connecting you with established professionals to help support you throughout your career.
Continuous Professional Development
The Xander team will continuously identify how to support your professional development.
Application Process
Our transparent and accessible application process provides feedback
every step of the way.
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Apply Online
A few simple questions to get you started and a chance to submit a CV and covering letter.
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Phone interview
A chance to discuss our work at Xander and your career goals. If the two align then you’re through to the next stage.
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Video interview
In order to get to know you better, we will ask you to record and submit answers to a series of questions.
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Testing
You’ll complete a series of technical, psychometric and personality tests – please make us aware of any physical requirements.
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Interview with Senior Manager
you’ll meet with a senior member of the Xander team and answer a series of strength-based questions.
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Offer
If successful, you’ll receive an offer for a place in our Academy.
Start Your Application
Interested in working with Xander?
Do you meet all the criteria below?
If so, use the form below to start your application process.
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Educated to degree level or have equivalent experience
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Eligible to work in the UK
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Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Possess some technical knowledge, quantitative talent or experience in IT or business
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Open to being geographically flexible within the UK
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Able to support yourself financially during the training period
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Demonstrate a passion for IT and business