Dublin Office

Business Areas	Benefits, Investment, Risk Consulting and Software
Fast Facts	136 Associates (including over 54 actuaries and student actuaries and 4 CFA)

Office Description

Towers Watson has two offices in Dublin. One is located in the city centre on Lower Mount Street, and the other office is located in Sandyford.

Towers Watson's presence in Ireland dates back to the establishment, in 1976, of our Dublin office. Initially focused on Retirement consultancy, the Irish operation grew organically, adding Benefit Administration, Talent and Reward Consulting, Investment Consulting and Risk & Financial Services teams and becoming a full service office by the start of the current century. During the last decade, we have added strength through business combinations - most notably buying the Retirement consulting teams of KPMG and Buck Heissmann, and of course extending our Risk and Financial Services unit through the addition of Towers Perrin's corresponding team last year.

Towers Watson in Ireland now employs 130 staff, making us one of the biggest benefit consultancies in the country. Our team currently includes 90 client-facing consultants in a full range of disciplines, as well as 25 pension administrators and 15 administrative support personnel. We advise many of Ireland's leading companies and organisations including over half of the 20 largest ISEQ-listed companies and one-third of Ireland's 20 largest pension funds. At a European level, we advise more FTSE 100 clients than any of our competitors

Edinburgh Office

Business Areas	Benefits
Fast Facts	38 associates (including over 30 actuaries and student actuaries) Centrally-located office with kitchen and meeting rooms 10 minute walk from Haymarket station and easily accessible by public transport from across the city

Office Description

Our Edinburgh office is a relatively small, centrally located office that specialises in defined benefit retirement solutions. A short walk from Edinburgh’s city centre, its ideal location sits close to attractions such as Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. There is a large range of restaurants and bars surrounding the office so no shortage of choice when it comes to drinks on a Friday. The Edinburgh office’s positive, friendly atmosphere makes it the ideal place to pursue your career.

Leeds Office

Business Areas	Benefits, Investment, Technology and Administration Solutions
Fast Facts	160 associates - 40 investment and 52 benefits consultants of which 53 actuaries and 11 CFA Young, vibrant and very successful office – market leader in the North Great location, 5 minute walk from Leeds train station; car park, bars and eateries

Office Description

Towers Watson's Leeds office is home to three of our business areas (Benefits, Investment and TAS) and, as such, creates a unique mix of individuals.

Graduate opportunities exist within the Investment and benefits consulting teams.

Investment:

• Largest investment consulting team for any consultancy outside the South East
• Five main service lines: DB, DC, insurance and wealth management, implementation and client reporting
• High quality client list of local and national funds including LLoyds Banking Group, Northern Foods, Stanley Black and Decker, Littlewoods, Nationwide.

Benefits:

• Significant local and national clients include Yorkshire Building Society, NG Bailey, Grattan Freemans, Stanley Black and Decker, Royal London, National Australia Group
• Focus on DB and DC consulting to trustees and corporate and opportunities to develop specialisms e.g. global accounting, mortality research, derisking strategies
• Internationally mobile associates

The office marks 21 years in Leeds in November with a truly enviable position as the leading actuarial consulting firm in the North. Key attributes are:

• Highly professional, friendly and welcoming as evidenced by first class client feedback
• Modern open-plan office environment is great for interaction between teams
• A sociable office with regular events for clients and associates.

Leeds is as great city to live in and has a huge variety of nightlife, entertainment, shopping and culture. Leeds is compact, easy to get around and less expensive than other major cities. As home to two leading Universities it attracts tens of thousands of students every year making it a truly vibrant place. It lies on the doorstep of the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors, and is close to many sporting venues, including Headingley for cricket and rugby, Elland Road for football and York, Wetherby, Ripon and Pontefract racecourses. It's public transport system provides great links for domestic and international travellers. With a brand new shopping centre and state of the art arena due for completion in 2012 it really is a destination place.

Manchester Office

Business Areas	Benefits, Risk Consulting & Software
Fast Facts	Over 100 associates (including over 68 actuaries and student actuaries) Large open plan office space with modern kitchen and terrace Located in the heart of Manchester a short walk from all bus and train stations

Office Description

The office is in the city centre only a short walk from main stations. Located in a new building, the office has a modern outlook and a roof terrace that can be used in the lunch breaks.

Manchester is a city of the arts, sports, the media, higher education and commerce. Musical artistes like Oasis, Take That and Doves are all from Manchester. Manchester is not only home to two leading premier league football teams but is also the new home of the BBC sport's team. It is the third most-visited city in the United Kingdom. 

A successful fusion of the old and the new, Manchester is a city with its own unique charms, attractions and character. From the regenerated Salford Quays, overlooked by the award-winning Lowry Centre, to the Printworks entertainment complex, concerts at the MEN Arena to Deansgate’s bars, there is more than enough to amuse the most demanding of graduates. 

And if you want to escape for some fresh country air, the Lake District is only a short train ride northwards or you could head east to the Peak District.  Manchester is also connected by train and bus to most major UK cities being less than an hour away from Leeds and Liverpool and only a two hour and eight minute train journey from London Euston.

There are definitely lots of options for socialising in the Manchester office.  As well as regular after-work drinks, the office has a social committee that organises social events.  Recent events have included paintball, an office barbeque, a bowling competition and even a boys versus girls netball match.

Birmingham Office

Business Areas	Benefits
Fast Facts	44 Associates (including over 34 actuaries and student actuaries) Modern office with kitchen facilities and communal relaxation area Located in Brindleyplace – short walk to New Street Station and Town Centre

Office Description

The Birmingham office is located at Three Brindleyplace, right in the centre of one of the most fashionable areas in Birmingham. Brindleyplace boasts a variety of bars and restaurants, many of which are located next to the famous Birmingham canals.

The UK's second city has enjoyed something of a renaissance in the last few years with many new and exciting landmark developments. Brum, as it's affectionately called, plays host to a wide range of arts and entertainments, from the Royal Ballet and Symphony Hall to the popular Sea Life Centre, Old Rep Theatre, Thinktank Gallery and the IMAX Cinema. There's also a ten-day jazz festival each summer and Stratford, the home of Shakespeare, is a short journey away.

The office, which is in a new building with a contemporary open plan layout, is an easy 10-15 minutes walk from New Street station. 

Bristol Office

Business Areas	Benefits
Fast Facts	56 associates (including over 39 actuaries and student actuaries) Large open-plan office with communal kitchen facilities In city-centre surrounded by shops and bars/restaurants A short walk from Bristol Temple Meads train station

Office Description

The Bristol office is a very friendly and sociable office, situated in the heart of the city. The office is open plan, and everyone works on a variety of client teams, so it is quick and easy to get to know your colleagues. Bristol itself offers an array of amenities, ranging from the vast grassy areas such as The Downs to the many pubs, bars and clubs found in the city centre and along the Harbourside. For those interested in the arts, Bristol is also home to a number of cinemas, theatres and museums.

There are great social opportunities in Bristol.  Associates benefit from an annual summer social, Christmas event and regular social events throughout the year.  There are celebrations on results days and every year the office gets a Softball team together to participate in Annual Corporate Games.

Cambridge Office

Business Areas	Risk Consulting & Software (including Software Engineering)
Fast Facts	31 Associates (including over 12 actuaries and student actuaries) Modern office with kitchen facilities and communal relaxation area Situated in Great Shelford, a 10 minute drive or 5 minute train ride from Cambridge.

Office Description

The office is modern with a very friendly atmosphere due to its small size and the fact that consultants and developers are working closely together. This means that the whole office can try to go the pub together on results days and other social occasions, including Friday lunchtimes! There are opportunities to take part in local sports clubs including cricket and basketball, although there are no office exclusive teams. There are on site kitchens which are freely available to use for hot drinks and lunches as well as for finding regular birthday/celebration treats and cakes.

The office is near to Cambridge, which is very well known not only for the university but also for being a picturesque and desirable place to live, with plenty of sports facilities, shops and pubs/restaurants. For nights out there are also a good selection of theatres, bars and nightclubs in the centre of town. The surrounding area is perfect for walks and day trips (Linton zoo, botanical gardens, punting on the river Cam, ...) but don't forget to bring your bike!

Holborn Office

Business Areas	Risk Consulting & Software
Fast Facts	Towers Watson has 2 floors in this modern minimalist building in addition to a large client conference area Over 450 Towers Watson associates in the building Communal kitchen and relaxation areas The building is mid-way between Holborn and Chancery Lane tube stations, with good transport links across the capital

Office Description

Situated in the heart of Central London, the Holborn office is a large modern building between the West End and the City. The office is close to Lincoln's Inn and Gray's Inn and close to Covent Garden and Fleet Street.

The office space is largely open plan with some glass offices and this helps to encourage the team spirit which is very much part of how we work in Towers Watson.

There are plenty of opportunities to socialise with fellow associates. Recent events in the Holborn office have included drinks to celebrate promotions and passing exams; Friday lunch to welcome new colleagues, cricket matches, even a visit to London Zoo and a treasure hunt!

Tothill Office

Business Areas	Benefits, Investment
Fast Facts	503 associates (including over 149 actuaries and student actuaries and 56 CFA) Sole use of office building with communal kitchens, subsidised canteen facilities and pool table Situated right by St. James Park tube station (District Line) with easy access to London Waterloo

Office Description

This is one of the largest Towers Watson offices situated in central London. The office has a laid back and friendly atmosphere and the staff canteen provides a great opportunity to get to know your fellow associates.

The office is close to St James's Park where you can have lunch with colleagues and a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, the Westminster Abbey and Big Ben. It is a short walk to Cardinal Place in Victoria – a lively shopping centre with various bars, restaurants and shops.

Tothill associates regularly organise team social activities outside of work. This has varied from celebratory drinks, regular pub trips on Friday evenings, a trip to the Zoo plus sporting entries to the Corporate games.

Leadenhall Office

Business Areas	Risk Consulting & Software
Fast Facts	200 associates Client meeting suite and communal kitchens Fantastic City of London, with lots of places to pop out and grab a bit to eat at lunchtime Good access to a number of different tube stations (Aldgate, Bank & Tower Hill) and mainline train stations (Fenchurch Street  & Liverpool Street)

Office Description

Located in the heart of London’s financial district (the City of London), the Leadenhall office is just down the road from the iconic Swiss Re ‘Gherkin’ building. It is close to Leadenhall market, a vibrant mix of shops, traditional market stalls, restaurants and bars.

The office itself is well equipped with a kitchen on every floor, and has a highly sociable atmosphere with regular events such as quizzes, and an office football team that take part in matches against other Towers Watson offices.

Epsom Office

Business Areas	Risk Consulting & Software (including Software Engineering)
Fast Facts	120 associates (including over 64 actuaries and student actuaries) Use of the whole office building, including car park Located a short walk from Epsom high street and train station Great options for living in Epsom or further into London (such as Clapham or Wimbledon) as it has excellent transport links

Office Description

Ideally placed only a short train ride away from London, but far enough from the capital to avoid crowded tube trains, working at the Epsom office gives you plenty of options.  The atmosphere is welcoming and casual. Just a short walk from Epsom high street, the office is able to make good use of the local leisure centre, shopping centre and dining facilities.

There are weekly lunchtime football and badminton sessions at the local leisure centre. Studying as an Actuary presents many causes for celebration, with Exam Results days and Qualifications being some of the focal points of the office social calendar as well as regular Friday pub trips. Celebrating the achievements of others, and your own, is very much encouraged and Epsom provides a wide range of pubs, bars and restaurants in which to do so.

Reigate Office

Business Areas	Benefits, Investment, Risk Consulting & Software (including Software Engineering)
Fast Facts	Towers Watson’s largest UK office with around 805 associates (including over 256 actuaries and student actuaries and 48 CFA) Wide variety of different business areas  with an enviable list of FTSE clients Large subsidised canteen facilities Opposite Reigate station which is an easy commute from nearby towns and from London

Office Description

Reigate is our largest office globally and, as a result, it manages many of our most significant and prestigious client accounts and projects. The office doesn't just have a Blue Chip client list though, it also takes in the largest number of trainees each year, giving it a true sense of community and a great atmosphere.

The excellent on-site restaurant is always buzzing, allowing you to quickly build networks beyond your direct peer group, especially if you throw yourself into the social and sporting activities that are on offer.

In terms of the town's location, Reigate is, for many people, the perfect compromise.  It boasts easy access to the bright lights and attractions of London (a short train journey into London Bridge or Victoria), without the often fraught London commute, whilst offering all the benefits of an attractive market town set in the stunning Surrey countryside.  Reigate itself has lots of bars and restaurants offering plenty of opportunities to relax and socialise after a hard day’s work.

Although Reigate offers the option to live within walking distance of the office, you don't have to live in the area as Reigate is also easily commutable from London, Guildford, Reading (….the list goes on!).