Graduate Management Trainee

Persimmon; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK construction firm is seeking motivated graduates for its two-year Graduate Management Trainee programme. This rotational scheme offers comprehensive training across key business functions, with close support and opportunities for development. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a 2:1 degree or equivalent qualifications, and a genuine interest in the housing industry. You will gain hands-on experience, undertake responsibilities, and build a professional network within the organization.

Qualifications

• Full right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence with a maximum of three penalty points.
• Proof of qualifications and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Work through placements in various business functions.
• Conduct research, analyze data, and draft proposals.
• Prepare and deliver presentations as required.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Enthusiastic approach

Flexibility to undertake travel

Initiative

Analytical skills

Education

2:1 or above in any degree subject

Three A-levels at grades A–C or equivalent

Job description

Our Graduate Management Trainee scheme is a two-year rotational programme. You'll follow a structured training plan and spend time in all our key business functions before deciding which best matches your skills and interests. One of the great advantages of a rotational scheme is the opportunity to get to know everyone in your local office, experience how different departments work, and discover which area of the business suits you best before specialising in your second year. During the scheme, you'll receive close support and be given your own projects and responsibilities where you can really shine.

Role Responsibilities

As a graduate, you will work through a series of placements within a range of functions across a specified region, including time on site and within sales offices. This is your opportunity to actively participate in every aspect of the training programme and to provide both verbal and written feedback on your progress against set learning objectives. You will undertake a variety of tasks as directed by your manager or director and their team in each function, including conducting research, analysing data, and drafting papers and proposals. You will take an active approach to your development by seeking out new learning opportunities throughout the programme and undertaking any supplementary training that would be beneficial. You will complete reports and assignments to a high standard and submit them in line with deadlines, providing thoughtful and critical analysis of all areas of the business you experience during the training programme. You will also prepare and deliver presentations as required. In this role, you are expected to take personal ownership of your training and make the most of every opportunity by building relationships, seeking out new information, and developing a network of contacts.

Support and Additional Development

You will be closely supported throughout your programme through monthly reviews with the Director of Talent and Diversity, as well as joint activities with other graduates in your cohort. Alongside the support you receive during your programme, we offer a variety of other development opportunities, including meetings with senior directors, training courses, webinars, and internal and external conferences. When you progress into year two, you will select one or two departments that you would like to specialise in. As our development programmes are completely bespoke, we'll work together to find the best pathway for you.

Graduate Locations

For our September 2026 cohort, we are delighted to offer opportunities across a variety of regional offices. You can choose to be considered for more than one location, and you will be asked for your preferences at the interview stage.

Qualifications

• Full right to work in the UK.
• A full UK driving licence with a maximum of three penalty points, and access to your own vehicle upon starting the programme.
• A 2:1 or above in any degree subject.
• Three A-levels at grades A–C (or equivalent).
• Proof of qualifications, as part of the selection process, is required and a background check will be conducted.
• A genuine interest in our industry and a desire to help meet the housing needs of the UK.
• Determination and desire to learn and succeed.
• An enthusiastic approach and lots of initiative.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility to undertake some travel in the UK during your programme.