Hotel Management Graduate Programme 2027

Leonardo Hotel Liverpool; Exeter; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18-month programme

Mentor support

Employee discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Leonardo Hotels in the UK & Ireland offers an 18-month Hotel Management Graduate Programme with a focus on developing future leaders. You’ll start in an operational-oriented role, with a dedicated mentor and sponsor to guide your growth throughout the journey.

Applications close March 2027; we’ll respond by April 2027. The two-step process includes an assessment centre and final interview with the General Manager of your placement hotel, with start opportunities from August/September 2027 and

Qualifications

• Degree in Hotel/Leisure/Tourism or International Hospitality.
• Ideally previous operational hotel/Leisure/Tourism experience.
• Flexible on placement location to maximize development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Early focus on the Duty Manager role within the first 3–6 months.
• Fixed term contract with aim of securing a permanent management role by programme end.

Skills

Hospitality passion

Proactive attitude

Placement flexibility

Operational experience

Education

Degree in Hotel/Leisure/Tourism or International Hospitality

Job description

Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be Leonardo Once you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland! Just about to graduate or graduated last year and wondering what’s next? With over 59 hotels in the UK & Ireland and over 300 worldwide, and award-winning L&D offerings, we have exciting opportunities to not only take part in our graduate programme but also grow within an ever-expanding company to achieve your career goals with the support of our L&D programmes.

What we are looking for?

• A passion for genuine hospitality
• A proactive, positive and resilient attitude
• A degree in any of the following disciplines; Hotel/Leisure/Tourism or International Hospitality
• Ideally, you will have previously worked in an operational role in Hotels, Leisure or Tourism
• Flexibility on placement location to get the best out of your programme

Early focus on the Duty Manager role and responsibilities within the first 3-6 months. Fixed term contract with the aim of securing a permanent management role by the end of the programme.

What’s in it for you?

• 18-month Management Development Programme
• Extensive personal and professional development
• Support of industry professionals with a dedicated mentor along with a programme sponsor

Applications close March 2027 We will be in touch by April 2027 You will take part in a 2-step process – 1 assessment centre and if successful, a final interview with the General Manager of your placement hotel Opportunities to start with us from August/September with the graduate programme commencing November 2027

Some of the perks our Hotel Management Graduate Programme could enjoy include:

• Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe
• Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops
• Talent referral scheme
• Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!
• Wellbeing Calendar
• Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression

We’re committed to creating a workplace where every individual—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience—is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.

Why come join us as a Hotel Management Graduate Programme 2027?

We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, “Come Join Us Guest Care” training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you’ll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!

At Leonardo Hotels, our vision is very simple: to be the first choice for everyone who values genuine hospitality! We are a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We partner with social enterprises to change attitudes towards disability, and provide opportunities ensuring everyone is able to fulfil their potential at work.