Fellow - Young Leaders Program

Role overview

The Young Leaders Program is a consulting pathway based in the Lagos office for ambitious recent graduates who want to build a career in client service and leadership. It is designed for early-career talent from a range of academic backgrounds who are passionate about contributing to meaningful work across Africa.

This opportunity is structured as a one-year program. Participants work directly with clients and become part of small consulting teams, gaining hands-on exposure to real engagements, close mentorship, and accelerated development.

What you will do

You will join project teams of around 3 to 5 consultants and take part in all stages of the client work.

• Collect and interpret information relevant to the client problem.
• Build and test hypotheses to guide analysis and recommendations.
• Develop practical recommendations and communicate them clearly.
• Present findings to clients and help implement agreed actions with client-side teams.
• Work closely with colleagues and clients in a collaborative environment.

Development and working culture

The role is offered in a high-performance, high-reward environment where resilience, curiosity, and a willingness to learn are highly valued. The organization emphasizes continuous learning, coaching, structured apprenticeship, and frequent feedback that is intended to help you grow quickly.

Your ideas are expected to contribute from the start, and diverse viewpoints are considered important to achieving strong outcomes. You will also be part of a global community spanning 65+ countries and more than 100 nationalities.

Program outcome

If you perform well during the program, you may be considered for a full-time business analyst role in the office after the program ends.

Eligibility and qualifications

This opportunity is intended for West African graduates who have completed, or are about to begin, their country's mandatory national youth service. Applicants should hold an undergraduate or master’s degree and have less than 3 years of work experience. Strong academic performance, leadership experience from extracurricular activities or work, analytical ability, teamwork, and clear English communication are expected.

Benefits

The role includes competitive pay aligned to location, experience, and skills, along with a comprehensive benefits package that supports overall well-being for employees and their families.

Additional information

The program is focused on developing exceptional young African talent into future leaders. It is based in Lagos and is centered on consulting work that creates lasting impact for clients.