Hotel Management Graduate Programme 2027

Leonardo Hotels; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special hotel room rates UK & Europe

Company-wide recognition scheme

Thank You Week

Ongoing training and progression paths

Job summary

Leonardo Hotels is offering an 18-month Management Development Programme across its UK & Ireland properties. The programme provides comprehensive hands-on experience through departmental rotations, with early exposure to Duty Manager duties and a clear pathway to a permanent management role.

Candidates should have a passion for hospitality, a proactive and positive mindset, and a degree in Hotel/Leisure/Tourism or International Hospitality.

Qualifications

• Passion for genuine hospitality and a proactive attitude.
• Ideally experience in an operational hotel, leisure, or tourism role.
• Flexibility for placement locations to maximise development.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through hotel departments to gain broad operational exposure.
• Support Deputy General Manager or Operations Manager in daily tasks.
• Focus early on Duty Manager responsibilities within the first 3–6 months.
• Participate in assessments and interviews as part of the programme.

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Proactive attitude

Resilience

Customer service

Education

Degree in Hotel/Leisure/Tourism or International Hospitality

Job description

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.

The Graduate Programme

• 18-month Management Development Programme
• The programme is a challenging mix of work experience, off the job learning and self-learning
• Exposed to as much of the hotel operation as possible through departmental rotation and relationship with Deputy General Manager or Operations Manager
• 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 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

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.

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 you 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
• - Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!
• - 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.

We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Whether you join the NYX team, a Limited Edition or a Leonardo Hotel, you're part of the Leonardo Hotels community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland. 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!