WHY ARKWRIGHT?
WE GET IMPACT
To make an impact and create long-term value for clients, our advice must be unique, relevant and actionable. To build long-term success in our industry,
we must constantly strive to build long-term value for clients. Your success
at Arkwright is determined solely by your performance and by the impact
you can create.
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HOW WE WORK
As a consultant at Arkwright, you will work closely with top-level management on challenges that define a company’s future path. Your success at Arkwright is measured by your ability to create value for the client by developing unique and actionable insights with your team.
As a strategic advisory firm, our work involves both strategic and M&A advisory. The duration of our engagements is typically shorter than those of consultancies that are involved with strategic implementation and operational improvement. Therefore, you are exposed to a wide range of industries and work on the toughest issues at the top of our clients’ agendas. Ultimately, working at Arkwright gives you an understanding of the common denominators of successful companies.
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WE GET MASTERY
We rely on individuals. Attracting and developing outstanding candidates
is crucial to our ability to meet the highest standards as demanded by our clients. Working at Arkwright requires dedication but is rewarded with a
steep learning curve and a unique chance to make an impact as part of
an outstanding team.
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YOUR DEVELOPMENT
As a relatively small company, we rely on individuals. Attracting and developing outstanding candidates is crucial to our ability to deliver at the highest standards demanded by our clients. We continuously invest in training sessions for our consultants. Perhaps most importantly, however, we focus on facilitating development in our daily work. Most of our knowledge stems from real projects, with experienced people, often at the fringe of your comfort zone.
As member of a small project team, you will work closely with top-level management on the toughest and most strategic
issues on their agenda, across a wide range of issues and industries. A career at Arkwright will give you a unique opportunity
to learn what drives growth and profitability, and how to make businesses succeed.ﾠWe are characterized by an
entrepreneurial spirit and give our consultants the freedom to demonstrate initiative and continuously take on
new responsibilities as they develop.
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WE GET TALENT
We let people run as fast as they can and tend to hire people that are able to think on their feet and possess a great attitude. That means smart, easy to work with and dedicated to clients and colleagues alike. Our people describe themselves as curious, hardworking and more interested in building long-term relationships than in positions and hierarchy.
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WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
At Arkwright, we seek highly talented, ambitious graduates and experienced professionals eager to build a career in strategic consulting. A wide range of personalities succeed at Arkwright and a thorough assessment of each candidate is made according to the following criteria:
Problem-solving: An analytical mindset is essential for quickly grasping the complex cases, industries and business settings Arkwright consultants work with every day. We seek candidates with outstanding academic results and strong business acumen.
Drive and passion: Arkwright consultants are focal points in the engagements we enter, and the quality of our deliverables always depends on the performance of our people. A high level of dedication and passion for excellence are crucial for your success in Arkwright.
Personal impact: Candidates must be highly team-oriented to interact efficiently with the team and client organization. In addition, strong communication skills are imperative for success in making a lasting impact.
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APPLICATION AND RECRUITING EVENTS
APPLICATION DEADLINES AND INFORMATION
Information regarding application deadlines and recruiting events can be found here.
HOW TO APPLY
Arkwright is looking for bright, creative and motivated people to join our firm. We recruit new graduates as well as outstanding candidates with industrial or professional experience. Learn more
RECRUITING EVENTS
For further details regarding our local recruiting programme and current positions, check out our programmes in Hamburg, Oslo and Stockholm.
MEET SOME OF US
WHY ARKWRIGHT?
I started working for Arkwright after completing my Master’s at Copenhagen Business School. What initially attracted me to Arkwright was the prospect of making an impact at an early stage in my career. I wanted to start at a company where I would not feel “lost in the crowd” but rather where my contributions would be recognized and rewarded.
Working at Arkwright enables you to work alongside top management of leading companies to address core strategic challenges.
Preben Ørbeck
ANDREAS ELLINGSEN
EIRIK FEEDT
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ANDREAS ELLINGSEN, OSLO
"From day one your contribution has a strong impact on both the project delivery and your client's performance. Through focused development efforts and a sharing and helping culture, Arkwright equips you with the tools you need in order to maximize the value delivered to your client."
WORK / EDUCATION
Analytical expertise and experience within organizational change initiatives and strategic management. Holds an industrial engineering and management degree from NTNU and Politecnico di Torino.
RECENT PROJECTS
IT: Organizational redesign and other strategic initiatives for global IT software developer
Oil Service: Corporate Due Diligence of well monitoring technology company
Genetics: Procurement analysis and different cost saving initiatives for two Norwegian players
EIRIK FEEDT, OSLO
“The thing that makes Arkwright such a great place to work is the combination of an unwavering commitment to delivering value to our clients with a great working atmosphere. We take a fact-based approach to provide insights on the issues that really matter to our clients, and new employees are given a meaningful role in this from day one. This means that the learning curve is steep, but the great working environment and support from senior colleagues ensures that it never becomes too much.”
WORK / EDUCATION
Competence areas include strategy development, operational efficiency improvements and M&A processes, mainly within the O&G and energy industry.
Eirik holds a Masters degree in Finance and has studied at the University of St.Gallen in Switzerland, NHH in Norway and NUS in Singapore.
RECENT PROJECTS
Oil services industry: Strategy development, market entry plan, M&A processes
Energy industry: Cost efficiency program
Marine and offshore industry: Commercial due diligence and M&A processes
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ANNA SCHÜTT
LOUISE HÄLLJE
MARQUARDT
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LOUISE HÄLLJE MARQUARDT, STOCKHOLM
“To me, Arkwright stands out as a small, entrepreneurial consulting firm where you are encouraged to take the initiative and where every consultant plays an important role in shaping the firm. We are flexible and pragmatic in our approach, which enables us to create actionable, value-adding recommendations for our clients. I find it highly motivating and rewarding to work in teams of bright and inspiring colleagues, providing analyses and advice that help our clients arrive at better business decisions and shape their future paths.”
WORK / EDUCATION
Master’s degree in Business & Management from the Stockholm School of Economics; exchange semester at Sciences Po, Paris.
RECENT PROJECTS
Private equity/financial services: commercial due diligence and post-acquisition strategy process.
Professional services: turnaround project for business area of a large Swedish professional service firm.
Financial services: strategy development for a major Swedish life insurance company.
ANNA SCHÜTT, HAMBURG
"Throughout my career at Arkwright as an intern, working student and permanent employee, I received diverse insights into several industries and faced many appealing challenges.
In addition to the exciting and varying tasks, I appreciate the collaboration with my colleagues and our familiar working atmosphere."
WORK / EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in business mathematics at the University of Hamburg and the University of Southampton with a focus on stochastics and supply chain management
RECENT PROJECTS
Media:
Conception and implementation of KPI systems
Media:
Development of dynamic pricing strategies
Payment:
Scenario development for the calculation of scheme fees and premiums
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ALEXANDER WALLENBERG
ALEXANDER WALLENBERG, STOCKHOLM
“Arkwright offers a combination of interesting projects and driven colleagues creates a stimulating environment where you grow and learn something new every day. This creates a steep learning curve which enables you to tackle new exciting aspects faster than I thought was possible.
The ability to bring this knowledge and experience, which we acquire, to our clients in form of tangible value creates great satisfaction for both me personally and the organisation as a whole.”
WORK / EDUCATION
Expertise within market analysis and growth strategies of various industrial industries with focus on technical aspects.
Holds a Master & Bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm and with exchange semester at University of Texas at Austin, USA.
RECENT PROJECTS
Industry:
Expansion and growth strategies based on market analysis of current and potential markets
Private Equity:
Commercial Due Diligence - Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Building Industry, Financial advisory
Financial Services:
Strategic positioning of new financial products
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NICOLAI K. SMITH
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NICOLAI K. SMITH, OSLO
“My time at Arkwright has offered me a variety of experiences: Challenging times, opportunities to grow both professionally as well as personally, long hours, national as well as international exposure and last but not least - a lot of fun. What makes Arkwright stand out for me is the moderately sized organization allowing for close interaction with colleagues on all levels and the great spirit existing among colleagues. 'Arkwrighters' really walk the extra mile to take care of their own and their clients.”
WORK / EDUCATION
• Strategy development, market studies, commercial due diligence, post-merger integration and corporate finance (M&A)
• Nicolai holds a M.Sc. degree in Applied Economics and Finance from Copenhagen Business School. Educational background also includes Singapore Management University
RECENT PROJECTS
International biotech industry:
Full merger process: From strategic rationale evaluation via valuation & deal structuring to PMI support
Maritime / O&G industry:
100 day plan, maritime equipment supplier acquired by PE company: Growth strategy and cost improvement
O&G:
Commercial due diligence of O&G software player
TOMMY HALTBREKKEN
TOMMY HALTBREKKEN, OSLO
“What is special about Arkwright is the great social environment and the willingness to walk the extra mile to deliver value beyond the clients expectations. Formal training sessions combined with a helping culture among colleagues ensures personal and professional growth.”
WORK / EDUCATION
Experience ranging from internal cost analysis to market studies and commercial assessments.
Industry exposure include building & construction, IT, retail and maritime services.
RECENT PROJECTS
O&G:
Commercial due diligence of a global software provider
Retail:
Strategic review: Sales strategy - and cost analysis
Construction:
Commercial due diligence of a Norwegian construction company
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JOHAN WIKSELL
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JOHAN WIKSELL, STOCKHOLM
“I find the entrepreneurial culture at Arkwright highly motivating. Creativity is an important element in our project teams and new ideas are always encouraged. We tailor our approach to each project, which I believe creates an optimal foundation to maximize value creation for our clients, while our own capabilities and perspectives are constantly challenged and expanded. The flat hierarchy fosters interaction with senior colleagues and supports knowledge transfer within the company, thus creating exceptional opportunities to develop as a consultant.”
WORK / EDUCATION
MSc. in Finance from Stockholm School of Economics; BSc. in Design from Beckmans College of Design; studied at Darden School of Business, University of Virginia, USA.
RECENT PROJECTS
Communications assessment of global market opportunities and strategy development for a secure communication device manufacturer.
Private Equity: commercial due diligence on a Nordic financial services company.
Nuclear: market analysis and global strategy development for supplier of critical components to the nuclear industry.
DIANA DYDULA
DIANA DYDULA, HAMBURG
“In my opinion every management consultancy does the same more or less. I personally value a nice working environment with great collegues, and this is the main point where Arkwright differs from other consultancies. We naturally live our values Trust, Dedication, Spirit and Results.
I never thought I could be in a workplace where I can have this much fun working on the projects while learning so much in a short amount of time.”
WORK / EDUCATION
Strong expertise in New Business Models, digitalization and international projects (foreign market entry and commercial due dilligence).
Diana has a Master's degree in International Management (Controlling and Financial Markets).
RECENT PROJECTS
Digitalization:
Development of an app and optimization of the website for an insurance company
Energy:
Corporate development in the e-mobility sector
Payment Acquiring:
Market entry in foreign markets
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ESBEN ANNEBERG POULSEN
ESBEN ANNEBERG POULSEN, OSLO
“In my opinion one of the key things that separate Arkwright from other consultancies is the very strong focus on strategy and M&A. Few consultancies can honestly claim to have such a large share of their portfolio within these areas.
Further, I would emphasize the people and the social environment, something which should never be underestimated when working in Management Consulting. People in Arkwright are very social, the hierarchy is very flat and the team basically feels like one big family - truly a great place to work!”
WORK / EDUCATION
Strong competences within corporate strategy, topline growth and organisational and governance setup. Esben holds a Master degree in Applied Economics and Finance and studied in Copenhagen, Denmark and Austin (TX), USA
RECENT PROJECTS
Energy:
Acquisitions and Divestures: Commercial Due Dilligence of potential target for Nordic Private Equity fond
Logistics:
Corporate strategy: 2020 strategy for global trade and logistics player
Trade:
Organizational design: Building organisation and governance for the merger of two business units in world leading trade company
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BJÖRN SKANKE
BJÖRN SKANKE, STOCKHOLM
“Arkwright offers an organisational structure ensuring daily interaction with inspiring and vastly experienced colleagues. Through the high amount of responsibility and trust in employees combined with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, an optimal environment is created for personal advancement and foremost the creation of valuable strategic advices. Arkwright enables both its employees and clients to reach their full potential.”
WORK / EDUCATION
Master degree in Economics from Stockholm School of Economics and master degree in Engineering Physics from Royal Institute of Technology.
RECENT PROJECTS
Financial Services:
Turn around strategy for a leading Swedish health insurance company
Financial Services:
Development of strategy regarding the implementation of MiFID II for a leading pension advisory firm
Financial Services:
Commercial due dilligence of a Swedish PPI insurance company
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STINA GÖRANSSON
STINA GÖRANSSON, STOCKHOLM
“Arkwright offers an entrepreneurial environment with a high level of responsibility from start. The projects we do are primarily of high-level strategic nature, which translates into highly varied case work and exposure to many different industries and clients.”
WORK / EDUCATION
M.Sc. degree from Stockholm School of Economics and two years experience from the investment banking industry as fixed income sales analyst for Credit Suisse in London.
RECENT PROJECTS
Private equity/leisure industry:
Commercial due diligence
Industrials/marine sector:
Growth strategy for a major Swedish device producer
Assessment of growth opportunities for a leading developer of communication technology
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JONAS BÜCHERL
JONAS BÜCHERL, HAMBURG
„At Arkwright the motto 'Work hard - Stay low - Reach high' is not just a simple saying that sounds appealing. These values are apparent in every project at Arkwright. We are constantly going the extra mile to create value for our customers. We always approach our suppliers, customers, and colleagues at eye-level and show the greatest level of respect. And we are not happy until we have reached what we think is the best possible outcome from our daily work. Altogether, this creates a very ambitious, inspiring, and positive atmosphere to work in.“
WORK / EDUCATION
Jonas holds a Bachelor degree in International Business and a Master degree in Management with focus on Strategic and Financial Management. He studied in Nuremberg (FAU), Valencia (VU), and Aarhus (BSS). He gained practical experience working in industries such as Oil&Gas, media and M&A.
RECENT PROJECTS
Payment Services:
Implementation of Planning and Reporting-Tools for Sales Department
Payment Services:
Evaluation of business cases in the light of a company's strategic transformation
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DAVID KELLER-MAY
DAVID KELLER-MAY, HAMBURG
„Working at Arkwright provides me the opportunity of having an impact on current challenges of leading companies right from the beginning of my career, by working on eye level with senior executives and solving complex problems for them in an ambitious and inspiring setting. In these processes my colleagues at Arkwright support me in every possible way and create an environment in which I feel comfortable and welcome from day one.“
WORK / EDUCATION
David holds a Master degree in management and studied in Munich (LMU) and Sydney (UNSW).
He gained practical experience in the financial services- and the industry sector.
RECENT PROJECTS
Payment Services:
Development of growth strategies and new business models
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KIM KASCH
ANN YU
KIM KASCH, HAMBURG
„Kim holds a Bachelor degree in Aviation Management as well as practical experience in this area. Furthermore, she has completed her international MBA at WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management.“
WORK / EDUCATION
Payment Services:
Digitalisation of the client onboarding process B2B for an international financial service provider.
RECENT PROJECTS
Payment Services:
Benchmark and positioning of a credit card portfolio for an international financial service provider.
Payment Services:
Benchmark and positioning of a credit card portfolio for an international financial service provider.
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ANN YU, HAMBURG
„What I value most about Arkwright is our strong team spirit and the great appreciation among colleagues. Entry-level consultants are trusted with responsibilities from the beginning and everyone has the opportunity to make an active contribution to our company culture.“
WORK / EDUCATION
Ann holds a B.Sc. in Management and Technology from Technical University Munich. Prior to Arkwright she worked in the automotive and insurance industry in Munich and Singapore.
RECENT PROJECTS
Financial Services:
Competitor Benchmarking and optimization of a bank's recruiting processes
Financial Services:
Implementation of a new deposit management software for a bank
Media:
Business Case calculation for an insourcing project of a German newspaper company
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ALEXANDER SCHILLER
ALEXANDER SCHILLER, HAMBURG
„Working at Arkwright means working with enthusiastic colleagues to ensure maximum customer satisfaction every day. Our trademark, the synergetic "we" is particularly important to us. Flat hierarchies and an open corporate culture enable a steep learning curve and create an exciting working atmosphere. Everyone is challenged and encouraged with a high level of responsibility from early on, be it on external projects or the internal development of Arkwright.“
WORK / EDUCATION
Alex holds a Bachelor's degree in International Business from Munich Business School and a Master's degree in Finance from IE University in Madrid. He gained most of his practical experience in the financial sector.
RECENT PROJECTS
Payment:
Digitisation strategy for an international financial group
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KONSTANTIN BRANDT
KONSTANTIN BRANDT, HAMBURG
„Working at Arkwright is characterized by a high degree of responsibility from the first day on, which is enabled by an open environment where you can always ask questions as well as flat hierarchies and an intensive exchange amongst like-minded colleagues across different offices.“
WORK / EDUCATION
B.A. "Corporate Management & Economics" at Zeppelin Universität including a semester abroad at Tecnologico de Monterrey in Guadalajara, Mexico. Emphasis on financial services and experiences in the financial sector and fintech area.
RECENT PROJECTS
Media:
New set up of a publishing company
Real Estate:
Market entry strategy concept for a scandinavian housing developer
Payment Services:
Post-Merger Integration after carve-out of a Swedish service provider
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