Graduate Associate Programme
Each year we offer opportunities to candidates who can demonstrate that they have the ability to become our future managers. Our two year Graduate Associate Programme, it covers all operational departments across the business and develops key managerial skills to set you up for management.
Graduate Associate Programme
About the programme
Our Graduate Associate Programme is a 2 years (Fixed Term) training plan starting between May and September each year, depending on the property allocated and availability of the position. In some instances the training may take place at more than one property. The nature of our business means that the programme is flexible and dynamic with changes and updates being implemented as required.
A typical plan covering all disciplines is outlined below:
Rooms Division - 9 months:
Housekeeping | Nights | Reception - including spa where appropriate | Concierge | Switchboard | Guest Relations | Maintenance & Grounds
Food and Beverage - 10 months:
Kitchen - main, banqueting and overview of fine dining where appropriate | Bar | Lounge | Sommelier where appropriate | Conference and Banqueting operations | Restaurant | Room service
Support Services - 4 months:
Human Resources | Accounts | IT | Sales | Business Development | Events
Area of Preference - 1 Month:
Graduates can choose to work in an area which they haven’t yet been to or, return to a favourite department for one additional month
Vision Support, Training and Renumeration:
During the programme participants will have access to an assigned mentor throughout and be expected to undertake a key hotel project of the GM’s choice to gain additional relevant experience.
We offer a competitive salary plus fantastic benefits. Successful, committed Graduate Associates will be guided towards future opportunities once the programme is completed.
A range of learning and development opportunities at all levels across the group, will be available to help you grow into our future leaders!
Do you have what it takes?
We’re Looking For....
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A recent degree (or close to completing one) in Hospitality, Tourism, Business, or a related field.
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Excellent communication skills and a team-first attitude.
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A flexible, can-do approach – evenings and weekends don’t faze you.
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A genuine passion and drive to grow, lead, and make a difference within the luxury hospitality industry.
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Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
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Eligibility to work in the UK.
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Access to transport to meet shift patterns and attend training sessions across our collection.
Following your application, you’ll be invited to a telephone interview. If successful, you’ll then be shortlisted for our Assessment Centre — an engaging day designed to help us get to know you better and identify our future leaders.
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, head over to our job adverts and search Graduate Associate to explore current openings across our collection. We look forward to welcoming our Next Gen of leaders on board!