Commercial Graduate Development Programme 2027

Electricity Supply Board; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progressive hybrid working model

Mentoring and training

CSR opportunities

Sports and social clubs

Credit Union access

Pension scheme

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

ESB's Commercial Graduate Development Programme offers structured rotations across our diverse businesses, with a bespoke development plan to build leadership capabilities and commercial acumen. You will work on real projects, negotiating scenarios and evaluating opportunities in a dynamic market.

The programme emphasises learning, feedback and mentoring, with hybrid working and opportunities to apply analytical skills to drive value for ESB, customers and Ireland.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, commercial and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Structured rotations across ESB's diverse businesses to build broad commercial experience.
• Develop problem solving, critical thinking and negotiation skills within a real business context.
• Gain exposure to product and service development, risk/return assessment and decision making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

2.1 Honours degree

Job description

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Vacancy Number: 28989

Category: Graduates - Business

Job Type: Full-time

Our Commercial Graduate Development Programme will focus on developing your ability to problem solve, think critically, understand the balance between value and risk and will build your decision‑making capability. The programme also develops effective communication and influencing skills, the building blocks of effective negotiation – critical to succeeding as a commercial business leader.

At ESB, the opportunities and the experience for Commercial graduates are both diverse and exciting. Can you imagine yourself developing products and services that help ESB compete and grow in a competitive market? How about sitting across the table negotiating a multi‑million‑euro contract? What about assessing the commercial viability of ESB’s next solar farm? Could you influence policy decisions that support ESB, customers and Ireland?

If these are the kinds of challenges that excite you, our Commercial Graduate Development Programme will help you build the skills, confidence and experience to turn that ambition into a successful commercial career.

Our bespoke Commercial Graduate Development Programme includes:

Structured Rotations : – Our programme is structured into rotations where you will gain exposure across our diverse businesses.

Learning & Development : – Central to our programme is your continuous professional development. A bespoke Graduate Training Programme designed to develop your leadership capability. Graduates also benefit from hands‑on learning and fully supported personal development plans agreed with their manager.

Performance Orientated : – At the start of each rotation, you’ll agree clear goals with your line manager and receive regular feedback, guidance and support to help you succeed and develop your career.

Supportive Working Environment : – You will be supported by your Line Manager, Middle Manager, Team Colleagues and Graduate Peers, and assigned a Buddy to help you settle in and a Mentor to guide your career development and rotations throughout the programme.

Social Networking : – Our graduates take part in a wide range of sports, social and development activities, from Tag Rugby, Cricket, Soccer and GAA to language classes, team‑building challenges, charity work and graduate social events. Our clubs, societies and networks are a great way to build contacts and make new connections.

Why work with us?

We offer a competitive graduate salary and a comprehensive benefits package built on four pillars of Reward, Career, Community, and Well‑being:

Progressive, hybrid working model

Career development through mentoring and training

Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities

Sports and Social Clubs

Credit Union access

Pension Scheme

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Great team environment with our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Trusted, and Driven

Location

As a Commercial Graduate, you will assigned placements across ESB’s offices in the Dublin area.

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in‑person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in‑person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

What We Look For?

You should have (or be working towards) a minimum 2.1 Honours degree in a discipline that demonstrates strong analytical, commercial and communication skills

Good communication skills, excellent analytical skills and the ability to learn quickly

Be innovative in your approach and able to demonstrate your ability to actively contribute to your team

A proactive, driven mindset with the motivation to learn, contribute and make an impact

Previous relevant work experience would be an advantage but is not essential

Your CV should be no longer than 2 pages and clearly outline the following:

Title of your Degree, and Masters (if applicable)

Your results to date

Your final year subjects

The title of your Final Year project

A contact telephone number (please ensure a voicemail function is activated on your phone)

Closing Date: 19th October 2026

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net‑zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero‑carbon electricity.