Contents ABOUT US... 03-06... 07-10 CORPORATE CULTURE...... 11-16 HOW WE RECRUIT...... 17-24 OUR PROGRAMME...... 25-27 AWARDS... 02 FDM
About us
Welcome to At FDM we believe in employing enthusiastic, talented people who are driven to succeed. Our IT Consultants thrive in challenging roles and are trained to make a difference on client sites from day one. FDM is an international IT services provider and a leading IT graduate employer. Using a tailored blend of specialist training and skills development, we transform high- calibre graduates into professional IT Consultants through our unique FDM Graduate Programme. Our training streams include: Development, Application Support, Infrastructure, PMO, Testing and Data Analysis. After the initial training, our trainees progress to represent the company as FDM Consultants on one or more client assignments for a minimum of two years. Take a look through our brochure to find out about the fantastic opportunities that FDM can offer you. If you like the sound of our Graduate Programme and want to kick-start your IT career with FDM, apply online at: www.fdmgroup.com Rod Flavell FDM CEO 04 About us
FDM s Award-Winning Graduate Programme The FDM Graduate Programme eradicates the catch-22 hurdle of qualifications without experience, providing graduates with quality IT training, invaluable commercial experience and the opportunity for lucrative career progression. FDM is also a great place to work where you will meet enthusiastic, like-minded people who enjoy working in IT. The FDM Graduate Programme Advantage Full-time employment with a leading IT graduate employer in the UK Commercially relevant IT training combined with a minimum of two years of commercial experience Fast growing global company with prestigious clients around the world International opportunities to work as an FDM IT Consultant Applications for the FDM Graduate Programme are accepted all year round Start dates are scheduled throughout the year About us 05
Our people FDM employees are hardworking and motivated individuals who also enjoy socialising, creating a dynamic team environment. We believe rewarding our staff is important, which is why we host a variety of corporate events and networking opportunities and have regular achievement awards for exemplary work. FDM staff are always prepared to go the extra mile and take pride in contributing towards the company s success. One of the best things about my time in the FDM Academy, aside from the professional qualifications, was the diversity of people and the wealth of knowledge that filters through the Academy. I have had the opportunity to meet some great people and have made some influential connections with individuals from all walks of life. Leanne Lawrence FDM Project Analyst Placed at UBS (UK) 06 About us
Corporate culture
FDM s Vision To inspire, motivate and facilitate the careers of tomorrow s global IT professionals. To be recognised as the leading provider of innovative and specialised IT services making us the preferred choice in the marketplace.
Motivation We aim to be the best Energy We thrive on activity People We are committed to our people FDM s Values: Performance We deliver beyond expectation Integrity We believe in who we are Corporate Culture 09
Championing Women in IT at FDM 50% of the management team at FDM is female 23% of all employees at FDM are female FDM was voted into the Top Ten IT Employers for Women (Guardian UK 300) FDM s COO won Corporate Leader of the Year at the Cisco everywoman in Technology Awards 2012 FDM sponsors e-skills Computer Clubs for Girls (CC4G) FDM signed the CEO Charter with the UKRC, formally accrediting FDM as an organisation with a visible commitment to women in science, engineering and technology (SET) 10 Corporate Culture
How we recruit
Our recruitment process 1. Apply to FDM To apply to the FDM Graduate Programme, just fill in our online application form at www.fdmgroup.com or send your CV to apply@fdmgroup.com 2. Telephone Interview Once you have submitted your application, we will assess your suitability in line with our entry criteria. If you are successful at the initial screening stage, we will contact you to conduct a telephone interview. This will involve talking about your current situation and a future career at FDM. 3. Assessment Day If you pass the telephone interview stage, you will be invited to one of our assessment centres in London or Manchester. The assessment will focus on both your interpersonal and technical skill sets. During the assessment day you will complete different tasks and exercises, so that we can assess your suitability for the FDM Graduate Programme. We will also assess your business knowledge during the day. You will gain an understanding of our working environment and get the chance to visit our offices and see the Training Academy for yourself. 12 How we recruit
The Account Managers and support staff are very passionate about what they do and fully believe in us. The Trainers are extremely knowledgeable in their subject areas and are always on hand to help, making an effort to get to know each trainee personally. Ryan Clark FDM Application Support Analyst Placed at Credit Suisse (Zurich) How we recruit 13
What we look for The FDM Graduate Programme provides fast-track entry into high-profile IT careers We look for candidates who have strong communication, team-working and interpersonal skills, as well as a dedicated work ethic. Most importantly, successful candidates will be determined and able to adapt to different working environments We only take on those who have a strong aptitude in IT with the desire and ambition to succeed 14 How we recruit
Application criteria Before applying to join the FDM Graduate Programme in the UK, please make sure you meet the following criteria: Eligible to work in the UK/EU Able to commit to a minimum of two years of employment placement after the training is completed Be completely geographically flexible within the UK Able to support yourself financially during the 10-16 week (approximately) full-time training period Have some technical knowledge or experience in IT Demonstrate a passion for IT Have a good understanding of the IT industry Have excellent verbal and written communication skills Visas: You must be eligible to work in the UK/EU. Please contact one of our Graduate Recruiters to discuss this further by emailing: GraduateRecruitmentTeamUK@fdmgroup.com FDM Group is committed to equal opportunities and we welcome applicants who reflect the diversity of our wider community. Please note: This is on average a 2.5 year commitment in total, based on the initial training phase and the minimum two year period as an FDM employee. Other terms and conditions apply. How we recruit 15
FDM s opportunities in Hong Kong and Singapore Selection criteria: Hong Kong ID card or Singaporean national FDM has many exciting opportunities for graduates to become Business Analysts, Application Support Analysts, Developers, Infrastructure Analysts and Software Testers in Hong Kong and Singapore. Full training is provided within FDM s London and Manchester academies, and once completed (approximately 10-16 weeks) you willspend two years working as a professional FDM IT Consultant onsite with prestigious clients in Hong Kong and/or Singapore. Achieved at least a 2.1 degree in IT, Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Finance, Business (or related subjects) Excellent written and spoken English in addition to Cantonese or Mandarin Personal attributes: Ambitious and keen to launch a high profile career in the IT/financial sector Confident, professional, analytical and an excellent communicator Hard working and able to work under pressure For more information please visit our website: www.fdmgroup.com/asia 16 How we recruit
Our programme
FDM Business Model Recruitment assessment and selection Core Training Modules (4 weeks) Professional skills and commercial awareness UNIX SQL Specialised Training Streams (10-16 weeks) Application Support Development PMO Testing Infrastructure Data Analysis Murex MX.3 Loan IQ Summit Industry certifications Employment Contract (Year 1 and 2) HSBC CREDIT SUISSE THE FINANCIAL TIMES NOMURA NYSE SIRIUS XM RADIO UBS 24 month training bond BARCLAYS VIRGIN MEDIA ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND CREDIT AGRICOLE CITIGROUP Year 1 (Start on client site) Year 2 Future Career Prospects (Year 3+) Stay with FDM, transition to client, become a freelancer or join another company 18 Our programme
I decided to join FDM because, despite having a degree and being a newly graduated Master of IT, the current job climate restricted my chances of obtaining a future career. I would get the same responses after every application or interview More experience needed. Therefore FDM seemed like the perfect choice for me, offering free experience and training as well as golden opportunities with companies I would never have been able to apply to without them. Sarah Perry FDM Production Support Analyst Placed at UBS (UK) Our programme 19
Opportunities in Asia-Pacific FDM has many exciting opportunities for graduates to become Developers, Business Analysts, Application Support Analysts, and Software Testers in mainland China, Hong Kong and Singapore. Essential Criteria: Eligible to work in Hong Kong, Singapore, and/or mainland China Fluent in English as well as Cantonese or Mandarin Flexible and adaptable must be willing to relocate Achieved at least a 3.0 GPA in an IT, Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Finance, Business, or related degree Ambitious and eager to launch a high profile career in the IT/financial sector Confident, professional, analytical, and an excellent communicator Hard working and able to perform under pressure Full training is provided within FDM s New York and Toronto Academies, and once completed (approximately 12-17 weeks) you will spend two years working as a professional FDM IT Consultant onsite with prestigious clients in mainland China, Hong Kong and/or Singapore. Apply now by sending your resume to apply.apac@fdmgroup.com 20 Our programme
Career opportunities and progression After the two year programme, the sky is your limit. You will have invaluable commercial experience, a first-class CV and impeccable references. Your options include: Becoming a Senior Technical Consultant or Trainer at FDM Securing a permanent job with a prestigious client Freelancing/Contracting I would highly recommend FDM as they offer a massive stepping-stone for inexperienced graduates looking to start their IT careers. Daisika Navaratnarasa FDM Business Analyst Placed at UBS (UK) Our programme 21
The FDM Master Class Programme FDM s award-winning Master Class Programme is designed for selected FDM Consultants in the development streams who wish to complete an MSc in Applied Computer Science and who prove that they have the skills and drive necessary to achieve the qualification. The fully funded MSc was developed in partnership with the University of Brighton. Chosen candidates work full-time for FDM whilst studying part-time and working on a dissertation project, which is relevant to their placements. Three year part-time study programme (extra year of commitment on top of FDM s traditional Graduate Programme) Sc MSc by Learning Objectives Validated by the University of Brighton Distance learning and directed by FDM in conjunction with the University of Brighton Concluding Award: MSc in Applied Computer Science 22 Our programme
I joined FDM as a Java developer with a non technical education background. I always wondered how I could improve my IT knowledge. Where should I start? How should I start? Should I learn design pattern first, should I develop a project, what methodology should I use for a project? Joining the MSc programme answers all the questions. It helps me set a clear learning objective with target time. It gives a guide to my future career progression. Lili Zheng FDM Consultant, MSc Student Placed at British Airways The FDM MSc Programme has been a fantastic opportunity for me. The chance join was one of the main reasons why I joined FDM, and being able to undertake a flexible, self driven, part-time MSc makes it all the more enjoyable. Andres Carvajal FDM Consultant, MSc Student Placed at British Airways Our programme 23
Our clients FDM works with over 200 prestigious clients worldwide and our IT Consultants are highly regarded. The broad range of expertise our Consultants demonstrate, combined with the quality and efficiency of our service, has enabled us to build a reputation of excellence. FDM plays an important role in servicing clients in various sectors, including: financial services, transport and logistics, media, insurance, telecommunications, retail and systems integration. SkyB, B&Q, Credit Suis Some of our clients include: HSBC, BSkyB, B&Q, Credit Suisse, Virgin Media, The Financial Times, Royal Bank of Scotland, UBS, Asda, Detica, Lloyds, UniCredit Group, British Airways, NYSE Euronext, Misys, BMW, Citigroup, The AA and The White Company and the list goes on! Media, The Financial Ti l Bank of Scotland, UBS, tica, Lloyds, UniCredit to n ritish Airways, NYSE E We have extremely high standards and not many meet them, but FDM has. Lead Developer I have received nothing but quality Consultants and very often recommend FDM as a result of my experience. Development Team Leader Misys, BMW, Citigroup, T Virgin Media Credit Suisse he White Company to n 24 Our programme
Awards 2012/13
Awards 2013 Europe s 500 Fastest Growing Companies Guardian UK 300 Most Popular Graduate Employers MVE Finalist - USA Jobvoting.de Top Employer of the Year EUROPE S 2012 JobCrowd Top 50 Companies For Graduates To Work For The Learning Awards Training Department of the Year Cisco everywoman in Technology Awards (FDM COO wins Leader of the Year) Guardian UK 300 Most Popular Graduate Employers Guardian UK 300 Top Ten IT Employers For Women Sunday Times International Track 200 Sunday Times Buyout Track 100 26 Awards
???? Have more questions If you still have further questions regarding the programme then check out our list of frequently asked questions on our website: www.fdmgroup.com/uk-careers-faqs or call our Graduate Recruitment Team on: 0207 256 3570 to discuss the opportunities we have to offer. To find out more about our opportunities in Asia, please email: enquirieshk@fdmgroup.com or call: +852 3975 5658 Contact Us 27
OUR OFFICES: LONDON FDM Group Ltd Cottons Centre, Cottons Lane London SE1 2QG Tel: +44 (0) 203 056 8240 Fax: +44 (0) 870 757 7634 Email: enquiries@fdmgroup.com FRANKFURT FDM Group GmbH Mainzer Landstrasse 41 60329 Frankfurt am Main Tel: +49 6975 600 50 Fax: +49 6975 600 55 5 Email: enquiries@fdmgroup.de NEW YORK FDM Group Inc 14 Wall Street New York NY 10005 Tel: +1 347 329 3255 Fax: +1 347 750 0871 Email: enquiries@fdminc.com BRIGHTON FDM Group Ltd Lanchester House Trafalgar Place Brighton BN1 4FU Tel: +44 (0) 870 060 3100 Fax: +44 (0) 870 757 7634 Email: enquiries@fdmgroup.com LUXEMBOURG FDM Group SA 11-13 Boulevard Grand-Duchesse Charlotte L-1331 Luxembourg Tel: +49 6975 600 50 Fax: +49 6975 600 55 5 Email: enquiries@fdmgroup.lu TORONTO FDM Group Inc 85 Richmond Street West Suite 701 Toronto, ON M5H 3K6 Tel: +1 347 329 3255 Fax: +1 347 750 0871 Email: enquiries@fdminc.com MANCHESTER FDM Group Ltd 8th Floor Westminster House 11 Portland Street Manchester M1 3HU Tel: +44 (0) 161 234 6890 Fax: +44 (0) 870 757 7634 Email: enquiries@fdmgroup.com ZURICH FDM Switzerland GmbH Bahnhofstrasse 52 Zurich CH-8001 Switzerland Tel: +41 (0) 44 214 68 67 Fax: +44 (0) 207 256 3599 Email: enquiries@fdmgroup.de SINGAPORE FDM Singapore Consulting PTE LTD 3 Anson Road #27-01 Springleaf Tower 079909 Singapore Tel: +852 3977 0507 Fax: +852 3977 0800 Email: enquiriessg@fdmgroup.com HONG KONG FDM Group HK Ltd NO. 302, 3rd Floor of Ovest 77 Wing Lok Street Sheung Wan Central Hong Kong Tel: +852 3975 5658 Fax: +852 3977 0800 Email: enquirieshk@fdmgroup.com SHANGHAI FDM Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd Room 314 No.437 Zhi Zaoju Road Huangpu District Shanghai PRC Tel: +852 3975 5658 Fax: +852 3977 0800 Email: enquirieshk@fdmgroup.com Follow Us: fdm-group FDMGroupLtd FDMGroupLtd blog.fdmgroup.com FDMGroupVideos www.fdmgroup.com FDM Group Ltd 2014