CHP Consulting is a leading provider of software and consulting services to the global asset finance industry. Established in 1990, CHP has grown steadily and had a turnover of over £21m in 2006.

Our clients include top banks, equipment manufacturers and finance companies such as Bank of America, Barclays Asset Finance, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, HBOS, Hitachi Capital, HSBC Rail, ING Lease, Lloyds TSB, National Australia Group, Nissan Finance, Royal Bank of Scotland and Textron Financial.

CHP has been named in The Sunday Times Best 100 Small Companies to Work For in 2005 and 2006, and has received Best Companies Accreditation in 2007 and 2008.

Our requirements

We seek people who have an excellent academic record (2.1 or above, in any discipline but from a good university, and A’s and B’s at A-level). The job encompasses technology and finance and, while experience is by no means essential, a passion and enthusiasm for these areas is a must. Talking in depth with the IT department as well as the finance department at our client sites provides an exciting challenge for our consultants.

Client interaction means, of course, that we are seeking people with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. We also expect our consultants to contribute their own ideas on a daily basis, so having the confidence to put these forward is key.

Your development

CHP recently met the revised standard for Investors in People and this highlights our ongoing dedication to the development of our staff. The five-week induction provides the right level of preparation to allow immediate entry onto the client site. 

Many courses in our standard two-year curriculum are delivered in-house, ensuring that material is relevant and continually updated. This allows changes in technology, our product or our industry to be understood by all. Other external training allows consultants to mix with non-CHP delegates or focus on softer skills.

Your individual progress is devised through channels such as biannual evaluations and mutually agreed personal development plans, and those who wish to gain further qualifications can have this funded and supported by the company. The meritocratic environment we promote means the only thing preventing you from being promoted is you!

Opportunities and benefits

Starting salary is £35,000 with a benefits package that includes private healthcare, travel and disability insurance, life assurance, 25 days’ annual leave, free home broadband access, stakeholder pension, interest-free loans and profit-related pay. Our employees are professional and hardworking people.

However, if a dynamic workforce is to remain happy, there must be a balance. Clubs such as football, rugby, squash, surfing and running are all organised and driven by staff. Company events are also arranged throughout the year, such as the annual conference, company meetings every eight weeks, client go-karting and golf competitions.  So whether you work in the UK, Australia or the US, we want to make it a challenging but enjoyable time.

Application details

You can apply online at www.chp.co.uk, by e-mail to recruit@chp.co.uk or by post to Gillian Walker, Senior HR Associate, Augustine House, 6a Austin Friars, London EC2N 2HA.  The interview process consists of a short telephone interview, a first interview with HR and Management, and a final interview with Directors of the company. Any questions can be directed to the HR team on 020 7588 1800.