Commercial Graduate Trainee: Shape UK Defence Partnerships

AWE; Brimpton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading pension scheme

Annual leave 270 hours + bank holidays

Nine-day fortnight

Welcome payment

Interest-free £1,000 loan

Salary-sacrifice scheme

Life Assurance

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Placement Manager and buddy

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion groups

Job summary

AWE’s Evolve Graduate Programme offers a two-year Commercial traineeship starting September 2027. You will contribute to commercial decisions across contracts, procurement and supplier partnerships while you learn from experienced professionals.

Starting salary is £31,000 with benefits and regular reviews. The programme is based at Green Park, Reading, Berkshire, with entry requirements of a 2:2 degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 degree classification, or equivalent, in any subject.
• Commercial, financial or business background may be helpful but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Commercial strategy: Help develop approaches that support organisational goals and create long-term value.
• Contracts: Support the procurement, negotiation, award and management of complex contracts.
• Supplier partnerships: Build relationships with strategic suppliers and explore opportunities for sustainable value and innovation.
• Risk and value: Identify commercial risks and opportunities while balancing cost, performance and value for money.
• Insight and influence: Use analysis, market intelligence and commercial insight to support important business decisions.
• Governance: Learn how commercial policy, assurance and governance support robust and compliant decision-making.
• Digital tools: Explore how innovative technology, including AI-enabled solutions, can improve commercial outcomes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaborative

Commercial awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

AWE’s Evolve Graduate Programme offers a two-year Commercial traineeship starting September 2027. You will contribute to commercial decisions across contracts, procurement and supplier partnerships while you learn from experienced professionals.

Starting salary is £31,000 with benefits and regular reviews. The programme is based at Green Park, Reading, Berkshire, with entry requirements of a 2:2 degree or equivalent.