Position Overview & Specifications

About the role

Following the successful launch of our Graduate Management Trainee Scheme in 2021, we are pleased to confirm that applications can now be made for our 2023 intake.

The scheme represents a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to gain invaluable experience of working in different departments and prepare for a career at our organisation with a view to becoming a future leader at the University. The 18 month role will offer the opportunity to get involved with a number of different projects and gain valuable experience that will help to develop your skills and knowledge.

You will receive a competitive salary, the chance to study for an apprenticeship as part of a bespoke learning and development programme, receive mentoring from senior leaders at the University and work across professional services that will help shape the future direction of the University. These posts are open to current (2023) final year undergraduate students and are starting in August 2023.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and can be made to Tom Ledgard on tom.ledgard@leicester.ac.uk

Assessment Centres will take place on 3 April 2023 and 5 April 2023, with final interviews for successful applicants taking place in mid April

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.