Fast Track Graduate Programme

Cooper & Hall Limited; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading travel company through the Fast Track Graduate Programme, designed for recent graduates passionate about travel. This program offers a clear pathway to senior leadership within 10 years, featuring personalized development and diverse placements. Embrace a career filled with opportunities and growth while being part of a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Discounted travel trips

Social events

Free health screenings

Free financial consultations

Free health cash plan

Employer-matched pension scheme

Annual leave increase after 1 year

4-week travel leave every 2 years

3-month sabbatical

Tax-free bike scheme

Qualifications

• Strong academic track record required.
• Recent graduates preferred, with emphasis on leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a transformative journey to senior leadership.
• Engage in personalized development and diverse placements.

Skills

Leadership Potential

Analytical Thinking

Customer-Centric

Adaptability

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Continuous Learning

Collaborative Team Player

Passion for Travel

Education

University Graduate (2.1 or above)

2.2 Degree with Professional Experience

Job description

IGNITE YOUR CAREER WITH THE FAST TRACK GRADUATE PROGRAMME!

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for travel? Are you ready to turn your enthusiasm into a fulfilling career journey that could lead you to senior leadership within an esteemed travel company that's shaping the industry? Your search ends here because Flight Centre Travel Group is thrilled to introduce our next intake of the Fast Track Programme, and we're on the hunt for the next generation of travel leaders.

Who We Are:

At Flight Centre Travel Group, we're more than just a company; we're a passionate team of travel enthusiasts dedicated to making the world accessible to all. With a prominent presence spanning 23 countries, we don't just meet industry standards; we redefine them, setting new benchmarks for excellence and innovation. Recognised as a Great Place to Work, our commitment to fostering talent and providing unparalleled career opportunities has propelled us to the forefront of the travel industry.

From our humble beginnings, we've evolved into a global leader, known for our resilience and pioneering spirit. Looking ahead, our vision is ambitious: to become the world's premier corporate travel company by 2035. With an unwavering commitment to growth, innovation, and delivering exceptional experiences, we invite you to join us on this remarkable journey. Together, let's open up the world for those who want to see.

About the Opportunity - Fast Track Programme:

The Fast Track Program is not just a career opportunity; it's a transformative journey tailored for high-achieving individuals like you. It's your passport to senior leadership within our global organisation. Our goal is to support your progression from an entry-level role to senior management in 10 years, placing you in the pipeline to become a regional or global leader in Flight Centre Travel Group.

Here's what you can expect:

• Global Expansion: Building on a decade of resounding success in the UK, our Fast Track Programme is now making waves across the globe. Join this exhilarating venture and be part of a remarkable journey! Check out what our current programme participants are saying! (VIDEO LINK)
• Personalised Development: Chart your course to senior leadership through a career management programme that includes on-the-job experiential learning, senior leader mentoring, career coaching, peer networking, and facilitated development sessions.
• Guided Growth: Gain insights from senior leaders through personalised mentorship sessions and one-on-one guidance from day one.
• Diverse Placements: Embrace diverse placements within the company to expand your knowledge, profile, network, and skills.
• Development Workshops: Come together with the Fast Track community for facilitated development workshops, hear business updates from mentors, and deliver career update presentations to each other.
• Peer Networking: Engage in self-directed learning through peer interaction and take ownership of your continuous professional development.

Experience & Qualifications - What We Look For:

Do you have a strong academic track record and a passion for personal and professional growth? We're seeking dynamic individuals who bring leadership skills and potential, excel in communication, problem-solving, and decision-making.

• Leadership Potential: While it's not mandatory to have been in a leadership position, we highly value individuals who demonstrate leadership skills and the potential to assume responsibilities and lead teams or projects.
• Analytical Thinkers: Proven ability to identify opportunities and creatively solve problems.
• Customer-Centric: Understand the significance of customer satisfaction and deliver exceptional service.
• Adaptability: Embrace emerging technologies and navigate challenges with flexibility.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Willingness to take calculated risks and explore new horizons.
• Continuous Learners: Commitment to continuous learning and proactive skill enhancement.
• Collaborative Team Players: Ability to build relationships, network, and collaborate effectively in a team-oriented setting.
• Passion for travel: A genuine love for exploring new destinations and a deep enthusiasm for the world of travel.
• Open to Diverse Backgrounds: We are seeking university graduates (within the past 2 years) with a 2.1 or above. However, we're also excited to consider individuals with 2.2 degrees accompanied by valuable professional experience, as well as non-graduates who meet our criteria.

Work Perks! - What's in it for you:

• Access to a dedicated in-house travel team for incredibly discounted trips
• Awesome social events including summer ball, awards ceremonies
• Dedicated in-house health and fitness team with free health screenings
• Free financial consultations
• Free health cash plan
• Employer-matched pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement increase after 1 year
• Opportunity to take 4-week travel leave every 2 years
• Opportunity to take 3-month sabbatical
• Tax-free bike scheme

Diversity and Inclusion:

We are dedicated to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Central to this commitment is our unwavering dedication to fair practices, exemplified through regular equity assessments and inclusive recruitment protocols. These assessments serve as a vital tool in ensuring that our policies and practices are aligned with our DEI goals, whilst our recruitment protocols actively seek out and welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds. By continually evaluating and evolving our approach, we strive to create a culture where diversity is not just acknowledged but celebrated, and where equity and inclusion are woven into the fabric of our organisation's DNA.

What's Next?

We'll be holding an Assessment on the 16th of July but we're flexible about start dates.

To embark on your new adventure, apply now.