Graduate Operations Leader — 18-Month Fast-Track to Ops

Gotocsp; Watford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A competitive salary

Up to 25 days’ holiday (pro-rata) + BH

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Private Medical Insurance (after a [..

Life insurance at 4x salary

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee Assistance provider services

Job summary

CSP is seeking a Graduate Operations Manager to join its 18-month development scheme in Watford, starting January 2026. The role rotates across core operational departments, with hands-on experience in finance, logistics, and operational support, and offers progression into Operations Manager roles.

You will gain industry qualifications in Traffic Management and Security, work on client sites and major events, and develop leadership and commercial acumen in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• A 2:1 degree or higher.
• Minimum of 3 A-Levels grade C or above (or equivalent).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive mindset with a desire to take ownership.
• Ability to adapt, prioritise and stay calm under pressure.
• Flexibility to work weekends.
• The right to work in the UK; UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Rotate across key operational departments to gain broad exposure to the business.
• Work closely with experienced managers and mentors on real projects.
• Identify areas for process improvement and deliver change.
• Learn how to manage teams, drive performance and solve operational challenges.
• Build commercial acumen and strategic thinking through practical experience.
• Gain qualifications within Traffic Management and Security and Stewarding.

Job description

CSP is seeking a Graduate Operations Manager to join its 18-month development scheme in Watford, starting January 2026. The role rotates across core operational departments, with hands-on experience in finance, logistics, and operational support, and offers progression into Operations Manager roles.

You will gain industry qualifications in Traffic Management and Security, work on client sites and major events, and develop leadership and commercial acumen in a fast-paced environment.