Catalyst Academy – UK – Commerce

We design and deliver connected commerce solutions that don’t just enable transactions but drive measurable business growth and transformation. Working at the intersection of consultancy, customer experience, technology, and data, we help brands solve complex challenges and unlock new commercial opportunities across their entire ecosystem. We’re not just a team—we’re collaborators. We partner closely with clients to shape strategy and bring it to life, combining multiple disciplines to create seamless, high-performing commerce experiences:

• Business Consultancy: We define commerce strategies that drive growth, identifying opportunities across channels, markets, and customer journeys.
• CX & Enterprise Solutions: We design and deliver end-to-end commerce experiences and platforms, combining customer insight, technology, and personalisation to create seamless, scalable journeys.
• Shopper Marketing (Barrows): We create demand and influence decisions at the point of purchase, crafting compelling retail and digital experiences that convert attention into action.
• Data & Analytics: We turn data into actionable insight, helping optimise performance, improve decision-making, and continuously evolve experiences. Together, we build connected commerce ecosystems that are customer-centric, insight-led, and designed to deliver real business impact.

What you'll need:

• Curiosity: You’re interested in how people shop, what influences decisions, and how businesses grow—always asking questions and seeking to understand the bigger picture.
• Commercial Thinking: You have an awareness of how brands drive revenue and are motivated by creating work that delivers measurable impact.
• Collaboration: You enjoy working across different teams and disciplines, bringing together perspectives from strategy, creative, and technology.

What you'll learn:

• End-to-end commerce understanding: From strategy and consultancy through to CX, platforms, shopper marketing, and activation.
• Data-driven decision making: How to use insights, performance data, and analytics to inform ideas and optimise outcomes.
• Platform and ecosystem knowledge: Experience working with enterprise tools, commerce platforms, and integrated systems that power modern customer experiences.

What you'll get from us:

Be part of an exceptional industry-leading entry-level programme that combines training modules with practical work experience, where you will receive:

• Competitive salary
• Real work and responsibilities
• In-depth training curriculum
• 1 week onboarding including training, eLearning and group projects
• Bespoke client briefs throughout the 12 months
• Access to the wider WPP network
• A multitude of groups and communities you can be part of
• The opportunity to make your mark

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