Careers onboarding process

Welcoming you to WSP

We’re delighted to have you on board and excited about the opportunities ahead for you as our newest Visioneer, our global community of world shapers, pioneers, pathfinders and impact makers. Find out more on what to expect during your preboarding phase and a sneak peek into what awaits you at WSP.

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What to expect

Within a month

Pre-employment checks will be initiated approximately one month prior to your start date, you’ll get an email from Agenda Screening and Konfir to start these checks. These include verifying your right to work, confirming your education, and collecting three years of employment references.

20 days before you start

Around 20 days before you start, you’ll get your Oracle login details. This gives you access to your preboarding checklist, where you’ll confirm personal details, add emergency contacts, complete forms, update your skills profile, and share your banking information.

The week before you start

Your People Manager will be in touch to share all the details you need for your first day, this includes where to go, what time to arrive, and anything else to help you feel prepared.

On your first day

You’ll meet your People Manager, get to know your team, and settle into your new workspace. You’ll also begin your onboarding, covering everything from policies and health and safety to systems training. It’s all designed to help you feel confident and ready to thrive from day one.

During your first month

You’ll be invited to a series of welcome calls designed to introduce you to WSP. These sessions will give you a great overview of our culture, values, and ways of working. Keep an eye out for the invites, they’re packed with useful insights to help you settle in smoothly.

For our Graduates and Apprentices

If you are joining our apprentice and graduate programmes, we know there may be a gap before you start. Rest assured, we’re preparing for your arrival. Before your first day, you’ll be invited to the office to meet your manager and team, helping you connect and feel ready.

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What we value

Wellbeing

At WSP, we genuinely care about our people. We’re proud of our positive, mature culture that prioritises safety, health, and wellbeing. We recognise that everyone’s needs are different, which is why our wellbeing strategy is designed to offer inclusive and accessible support for all. As part of this, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides confidential guidance and resources on a wide range of wellbeing topics; for both you and your immediate family. You’ll be able to explore more about this and other wellbeing support on our Canopy pages once you’ve settled in.

Social value

At WSP, we believe in balancing profit with purpose—and social value is at the heart of that commitment. It’s a key part of our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategy and reflects how we support the communities where we live and work. Whether it’s creating opportunities, reducing inequalities, or improving access to health, education, and digital services, we’re proud to make a meaningful difference. Between 2022 and 2024, we set ourselves a voluntary target of generating £120 million in social value and we far exceeded it, delivering £344 million. Looking ahead, we’ve set an even more ambitious goal: £500 million in social value by the end of our 2025–27 strategic cycle. You’re joining a team that’s passionate about making a positive impact and we’re excited to have you be part of it.

Corporate giving

One of the things that makes WSP special is our strong tradition of giving back, both nationally and within our local communities. Through our Corporate Giving Programme, the WSP Foundation offers matched funding, laptop donations, and legacy grants; our Charity of the Year programme currently supports Macmillan and the Irish Cancer Society, and our International Development Programme helps communities around the world access essential services. There are always opportunities to volunteer with local charities and community groups. Whether you’re passionate about global causes or making a difference closer to home, there’s something for everyone and we can’t wait to see how you’ll get involved.

Volunteering

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Volunteering is a meaningful part of life at WSP and plays an important role in our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments. Whether you choose to volunteer personally, as part of a project, or through a client initiative, it’s a powerful way to give back - enhancing lives in our communities while also supporting your own wellbeing. You’ll have two main ways to get involved: you can arrange your own volunteering activity through a local registered charity or community group, or you can sign up for one of the many opportunities promoted by our charity partners. However you choose to contribute, your time and skills can make a real difference.

Inclusion and belonging

One of the things we’re most proud of is our commitment to building an inclusive culture. One where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. Inclusion at WSP means embracing our differences and creating a workplace where individuals can flourish while coming together as a high-performing team. We’re focused on ensuring that everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources and can contribute fully to our shared success. Our Inclusion & Belonging (I&B) approach is central to this, helping us unlock the full potential of our people while strengthening our innovation, competitiveness, and appeal as an employer. You’re joining a company that truly values you for who you are, and we can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make.

Health and safety

At WSP, safety isn’t just a policy. It’s a core value that’s deeply embedded in everything we do. From your first day, you’ll notice that health, safety, and wellbeing are treated as shared responsibilities across the business. Our approach is proactive and people-focused, encouraging everyone to lead by example and speak up when something doesn’t feel right. This is captured in our “don’t walk by” mindset, which empowers all employees to report hazards and promote safe behaviours without hesitation. Our Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Management System is robust and globally recognised, certified to ISO standards for quality, environment, and occupational health and safety. It’s designed to support you not only in the workplace but also in your wider life because we believe safety is a lifestyle, not just a work requirement.

Our guiding principles

Our guiding principles are the pillars of our culture and foundational to how all employees and leaders conduct themselves. They encompass key behaviours that need to be balanced in our daily roles to achieve our collective success.

We value our people and our reputation

We go to great lengths to attract and grow exceptional talent because our people make us who we are. We lead with integrity, champion fresh thinking, and create a culture where respect, inclusion and professionalism are non-negotiable.

We are locally dedicated with international scale

We adapt to our clients’ cultures and local markets offering the precision of a specialist with the reach of a global firm. By staying agile and lean, we grow our capabilities and footprint to help clients realise bold ambitions.

We are future-focused and challenge the status quo

We challenge convention to help clients meet tomorrow’s needs, asking bold questions, solving complex problems, and shaping communities that thrive. With a relentless drive for excellence, we embrace change and deliver future-ready solutions that make a lasting impact.

We foster collaboration and partnership in everything we do

We thrive on collaboration; building global networks of exceptional professionals who know that bold ideas emerge from shared ambition. By putting team success first, we foster a high-performing, energising culture where learning, collegiality and purpose drive everything we do.

We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

We turn challenges into opportunities. Driven by proactive leadership, client focus and a culture of accountability. By managing our business as if it were our own, we protect our future and deliver lasting value for clients, colleagues and shareholders.

You’re joining a company that’s committed to purpose, progress, and people - and we’re excited to have you on the journey with us.

A little something extra

My Hour

We know flexibility is important, so we offer My Hour, a simple way to take up to an hour during your workday for something that matters to you. Just make up the time the same day by starting earlier or finishing later. You don’t need to explain how you use it, but it’s helpful to mark it in your calendar. It’s all about helping you balance work and life.

Virtual GP

As part of your wellbeing support at WSP, you and your family have access to a virtual GP service, giving you the flexibility to speak with an NHS or Irish Medical Council-registered doctor at a time and place that suits you, without the wait for a local appointment. Whether you need clinical advice, a diagnosis, reassurance, a referral, a private prescription, or a fit note (if appropriate), the virtual GP is here to help. It’s just one of the ways we make looking after your health a little easier.

Professional Registration

We work closely with a wide range of professional institutions to ensure that every colleague has access to the right support, guidance, and resources to achieve professional registration that aligns with your roles and long-term career aspirations. From the outset, a professionally registered mentor, someone who has walked the path before can offer invaluable insight, encouragement, and practical advice.

Furthermore, we also provide financial support the cover the cost of your application and membership including a bonus payment of £1,500/€1,500 once you secure Chartered status.

Referral bonus

We love when great people bring more great people into WSP! If you know someone who’d be a great fit for a specific role, you can refer them and if they’re successfully hired into an experienced position, you’ll receive a £3,000/€3,000 bonus as a thank you. Just reach out to the Talent Acquisition specialist who supported your hire to get started!

WSP Choices

The WSP Choices programme is a flexible benefits scheme designed to support employees in both their professional and personal lives. It offers a wide range of competitively priced benefits for those based in the UK, including Northern Ireland. Employees can select options tailored to their needs, including but not limited to gadget insurance, gym memberships, private healthcare, and travel insurance, with many benefits extendable to family members.

For those based in ROI please reach out for more information on benefits not confirmed in your contract of employment, including salary sacrifice schemes eligible through Revenue Ireland.

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Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Become an owner and vested partner in our collective success by purchasing WSP shares through your pay. You'll also benefit from a generous employer match.

With our ESPP, you can own it , your company, your career, your future , and bring an even greater purpose to the work you do every day. Own it is simple, flexible, and completely voluntary. All permanent employees who receive benefits can participate. Find out further information and how to enrol once you start.

For our Graduates and Apprentices

If you’re an apprentice or graduate you will be joining our Early Career Programmes, which are designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience.

With a dedicated team who along with people managers and colleagues will support you to kickstart and continue your career and development journey.

As an Apprentice or Graduate you will be invited to attend an in person induction at the start of your journey, where we will bring together all members of the cohort. This will be your first opportunity to hear about WSP’s culture, values, what we do, who our clients are and what to expect from the programmes. The induction will provide an opportunity to connect, collaborate and build lasting relationships with other Apprentices and Graduates as you start your journey together.

Still have a question or request?

Get in contact with our team. We’re always happy to answer any remaining questions or provide documents such as our policies around hybrid-working, the employee handbook and benefits.

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Frequently asked questions

Konfir is the leading digital solution for verifying your activity history and it is the only UK Government Certified solution for Employment Attributes. Common questions in regards to Konfir and WSP are answered in the below documents.

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Find answers to our most frequently asked questions below, for any other queries please contact us.

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