Escient Reviews

There is a clear promotion pathway and expectations set about what you need to achieve to apply for a promotion. I feel that I have a clear idea of what my career progression would look like at Escient, and there are opportunities to specialise (and change your specialty) throughout your career.

Actively pursued, monitored and accountability structures in place. The company is very focused on providing a net benefit through many CSR initiatives. Reconciliation Action Plan, employee wellbeing models, fundraising, volunteering opportunities and partnerships.

Our organisational culture is exemplary. Top-down communication is transparent, open and regular. All employees have an opportunity to provide feedback and contribute to internal initiatives. Senior and experienced consultants are eager to offer mentorship and guidance and most employees make a strong effort to make others feel welcome and supported. There are a range of socialising opportunities both during and after hours. There is no unhealthy culture or expectations regarding staff/team drinks. I have encountered no negative office politics in my 13 months at the company.

Escient is extremely diverse with people from a range of backgrounds and actively encourages diversity in this way. Internally there are several groups that promote awareness for issues. However, externally this is simply portrayed in the values that each employee exhibits. The company is very understanding and assisting you in any outside of work issues thus keeping retention high.

My role as a graduate consultant is quite varied throughout the week and depends if I am working on a client or not. Day to day responsibilities will also differ depending on the engagement. However a typical engagement will involve morning and afternoon check-ins with your project team along with interviews and potentially workshops to identify or solve certain business problems. Often the engagement will be set in the backdrop of a wider project and thus coordinating with different stakeholders is paramount. Outside of client engagements, there are many learning opportunities including specialist communities of practice, lunch and learns and weekly graduate development sessions.

Escient's leaders are pretty great. They're all approachable and personable. You have the ability to build a relationship with your pod lead in a way that works for your style and theirs. Because they're only responsible for a small number of team members they have the time to get to know you and really understand how to optimise your experience.

Our office is fit for purpose, located very conveniently and with good facilities. If more people were to attend the office on a regular basis, it may become crowded. We have a dress-for-your- day dress code, meaning the employee is empowered to use common sense to dress appropriately based on the day's work requirements. You can wear casual within the office if there is no need to dress formally.

As I applied for a graduate position at Escient, the interview process was well rounded and refreshing. The process consisted of 1 phone interview, 1 teams interview, a case study panel with company directors and a final face to face interview with the regions managing director. The entire process was both refreshing, challenging and insightful. This chosen structure of the interview process enabled me to express my qualities and experiences both at work and in overall life.

I believe the pay and bonuses are very reasonable relative to the market.

The graduate program provided me with key fundamentals to become a confident and competent consultant, in addition I’ve obtained my ECBA certification which Escient strongly supported me with on my journey to becoming a business analyst.In my day to day work I’ve acquired and refined my skills in communication, facilitating, research and presenting.

Escient is very focused on delivering value and good work over grinding over the top work hours. I have great flexibility in the hours I work however when it comes to client work naturally important meetings need to be prioritized.

Sustainability efforts are high with very little waste generated and an importance placed on spending more in order to remain environmentally friendly.