Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme

Softcat plc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company is offering a 12-month placement in Manchester for motivated university undergraduates starting in September 2025. This role provides the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in International Freight Forwarding and cargo management. Successful candidates will receive a salary of £26,600 per annum, along with benefits such as 25 days holiday, a company pension scheme, and access to mental health support services. Apply now to kick-start your career in logistics!

Benefits

25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays)

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Critical Illness Cover

Free eye test

Employee referral scheme

Employee benefits (25% off gym membership)

Free access to 24/7 online GP

Qualifications

• Passion to develop a career in logistics and supply chain.
• Willingness to take on responsibilities from day one.
• A full, valid driving licence (if required for the role).

Responsibilities

• Complete one placement while learning a broad skill set.
• Cover areas such as International Freight Forwarding.
• Work with the customs team on import/export procedures.

Skills

Teamworking skills

Communication skills

Flexibility in working styles

Job description

Overview

The Company Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world's preferred choice.

Student Placement Programme

We are recruiting for a 12‑month placement as part of our full‑time, one‑year Student Programme, starting in September 2025. The placement will be based in our Manchester Site (M90 5UX). It is an excellent opportunity for a motivated university undergraduate to gain valuable skills and develop a career with our well‑established, global logistics company. We'll provide a supportive environment, a range of personalised benefits and tailored development opportunities, enabling you to grow and thrive.

Role & Responsibilities

• Complete one placement, learning a broad skill set and building comprehensive knowledge of the business.
• Placements will cover areas such as International Freight Forwarding.
• Understand the basics of cargo management.
• Work with our customs team on import and export procedures.
• Create value for our customers.

Qualifications

• A passion and motivation to start and develop a career within the logistics and supply chain industry in the UK market.
• Willingness to take on responsibilities from day one.
• A flexible approach to working styles, shifts, roles, and locations.
• Strong teamworking skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A full, valid driving licence (if required for the role).

Benefits

• Salary of £26,600 per annum.
• 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays).
• Company pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Critical Illness Cover.
• On‑site Mental Health First Aiders.
• Free eye test.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Free online fitness platform (Pilates, Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and nutrition).
• Employee benefits (up to 25 % off gym membership, high street vouchers).
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, life events counselling, care concierge service.
• Tailored development and career opportunities.