Ethos
Expert Call: Education Advisory Landscape (UK & US Focus)

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About This Opportunity
We're looking to speak with former education advisory professionals for a 30-45 minute paid remote consultation. Our client, a firm operating in the education sector, is seeking to understand the education advisory landscape, focusing on the strengths and specializations of various advisory firms across different competencies.
We Are Particularly Interested In
Candid, non-attributable insights on:
- Primary and Prep School Selection: Expertise in 4+, 7+, 8+ admissions.
- Secondary and Senior School Selection: Expertise in 11+, 13+, 16+ admissions for day and boarding schools.
- UK University Admissions: Focus on Oxbridge and Russell Group universities.
- US University Admissions: Focus on Ivy+ and equivalent institutions.
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Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
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Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
This is an opportunity to share your expert perspective on advisor differentiation, client fit, service quality, and market positioning. A discussion guide will be provided in advance, and all insights will be non-attributable.


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Key Requirements
- Held a senior or substantive role (e.g., director, head of department, senior consultant, senior operator, client services lead) at an education advisory, admissions consulting, or schools guide firm.
- No longer commercially affiliated with an active education advisory firm (current employees are lower priority).
- At least 2 years of experience in the education advisory sector, ideally across multiple client engagements.
- Deep expertise in at least one of the following areas: primary/prep selection, secondary/senior selection, UK university admissions, or US university admissions.
- Able to compare and contrast various advisory firms on factors such as quality, access, pricing, and client fit.
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