BeyondFS is a specialised and focused consultancy within financial services (typically banking and insurance). The opportunities at BeyondFS are great – as it’s a small firm you can take ownership of an item and make a significant impact in a short space of time, and equally because of its size, you can shape your career how you want it to look. You also feel valued as a consultant as you have a genuine impact on the firm overall.
Consultant development wise – from a formal perspective, it invests a lot in its Learning and Development programme (everything from weekly industry focussed learning sessions through to external sessions at RADA). From an informal perspective, I have had more direct learning/coaching opportunities at BeyondFS than at previous larger consultancies and have learnt a huge amount since joining. If you want to find a firm where there is genuine growth and learning opportunity, this is it!
Cons
Whilst I consider the size a plus, it is a small company and you do need to work outside your comfort zone at times. However, the support is always there and it's a great opportunity to learn new areas of the business.
BeyondFS are keen to ensure all consultants have access to business development training from Day 1 through a structured learning pathway. Within my first year, I completed my PRINCE2 Practioner training and received business development training from RADA Business.
Cons
The structured learning pathway is still work in progress as the company grows and adapts to the needs of the consultants and the market.