Graduate Development Programme - Cross-Business Leadership

Sanctuary Group; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 29.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Pension scheme

25 days leave

Hybrid working

Life assurance

Cycle to Work

Learning & development

Relocation allowance

Relocation £1,500

Zusammenfassung

Sanctuary Group is offering a Graduate Development Programme in Worcester with four six‑month rotations across Commercial, Housing & Property and Corporate Services. You will develop commercial skills and contribute to projects that drive business impact.

The programme includes a strong induction, mentoring, and networking with other graduates. The role is 35 hours per week, with a pension, generous leave, and hybrid working.

Qualifikationen

• Graduating in any degree subject, you will be in your final year or recently graduated.
• You will need a 2:1 degree as a minimum.
• Demonstrated potential and focus on building relationships and leadership.

Aufgaben

• Complete four six-month rotational placements across Commercial, Housing & Property and Corporate Services.
• Develops commercial skills while contributing to organisational development.
• Involvement in projects with measurable business impact.
• Network with graduates and build cross‑functional relationships.

Kenntnisse

Relationship building

Problem solving

Adaptability

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Ausbildung

2:1 degree minimum

Jobbeschreibung

Title: Graduate Development Programme - Cross-Business Leadership

Location: Worcester, Worcestershire, GB, WR1 3ZQ

Department: Graduate Development Programme

Operation: Sanctuary Group

Closing Date: 10/01/2027

Requisition: 230113

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Graduate Development Programme - Cross-Business Leadership (2 Year Fixed Term Contract)

Worcester based with a balance of home and office working

35 hours per week

£28,500 per annum, rising to £30,000 following the successful completion of Year 1

Do you want to work for an organisation that is commercially and customer focused with a social purpose?

Our mission is to build affordable homes and sustainable communities where people choose to live. We provide housing, care and support to more than a quarter of a million customers in England and Scotland and employ over 14,000 people. This includes managing and maintaining much needed social and affordable housing, as well as playing our part in tackling the national housing crisis by building good quality affordable homes.

We are a fast growing, multi-million-pound company that will give you the opportunity to make decisions that have a positive impact on communities throughout the UK. Our Graduate Development Programme offers the perfect blend of personal and professional development to develop to become a leader of the future. Your placements will give you the opportunity to work across Housing & Property, Commercial (Care, Students and Sanctuary Support Living) and Corporate Services, providing a holistic view of how Sanctuary operates. You will network with other graduates, build relationships across the entire business, and watch your career grow within a commercially driven organisation.

About the programme:

• We have a comprehensive induction, where you will be introduced to key senior leaders throughout the business and visit a range of our operations across the UK along with meeting our current and past graduates.
• You will complete four six-month rotational placements across our Commercial, Housing & Property and Corporate Services.
• Developing your commercial skills whilst making an active contribution to the development of our organisation.
• Involvement in projects that will have a measurable impact on the business.

About you:

Graduating in any degree subject, you will be in your final year of study, or have finished your studies within the past two years, and you will need a 2:1 degree as a minimum. Remember your personal skills will be just as important as your qualifications and we are interested in your potential and look for graduates who are.

• Determined and focused, a natural at building relationships and inspiring others
• Adaptable with strong problem-solving skills and confident in your own ability
• Commercially astute and have the desire to take us forward as a leader of the future

Learning and Development

The Sanctuary Learning Academy provides effective and high-quality learning opportunities throughout the organisation, supporting our employees to achieve their ambitions and enabling Sanctuary to meet its business objectives. You will also have access to a buddy and mentor.

What will happen after you complete the Graduate Programme?

Upon successful completion of the programme, our Graduates can typically expect to move into senior roles with increased remuneration packages. We therefore enjoy considerably higher retention rates when compared to other graduate schemes.

What can we offer you in return?

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, we offer extensive development and training opportunities as well as a comprehensive reward and benefits package:

• A pension scheme with matching employer contributions from Sanctuary up to set limits
• 25 days leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
• A hybrid working arrangement, with a balance of home and office working
• Life assurance
• Discounted products and services
• Personal advice and counselling
• Family-friendly arrangements
• Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
• Learning and development opportunities
• Access to Employee network groups, including our Parent, Disability, Race equality (REN) and LGBTQ+ (PRISM) networks
• Relocation allowance of £1,500 if moving more than 50 miles
• £28,500 per annum, rising to £30,000 following the successful completion of Year 1

Using Artificial Intelligence to support your application:

We understand the benefits of using AI in work. However, if you are thinking of using AI to support your application, we ask you to think carefully about what value it adds. AI tools can lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. Therefore, we encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice in your application video and free-text answers.

Closing Date: 10 January 2027

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Sanctuary Group is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.