Global Graduate Program - Finance

Heineken; Leiden; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

HEINEKEN is inviting new graduates to join its Global Graduate Program in the Netherlands, a three-year journey with three rotations of six months each in Finance or Commerce, and a subsequent 18-month assignment within the home operating company in the Netherlands. The program culminates with a landing role in the Netherlands, enabling continuous growth and development.

You will join a global graduate community, receive mentorship from leaders, and participate in a thorough learning journey

Qualifications

• Master's degree completed by start of the program.
• No specific work experience required; new graduates only.
• Dutch and English language proficiency essential.
• Eligibility to work in the Netherlands (no visa sponsorship).
• Willingness to be globally mobile.

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey and discover the world of HEINEKEN? Our Global Graduate Program is designed to fast-track your career, equipping you with the skills, experiences, and opportunities to grow into a future leader at one of the world's most renowned brands.

About the program:

As part of this three-year journey, you will complete three rotations, each lasting six months, within your chosen area in the Netherlands: Finance or Commerce. After the rotations, you’ll have the opportunity to spend the next 18-months working in a role within your home operating company in the Netherlands.

• Rotation 1: Start your journey within HEINEKEN in the Netherlands (country of application). Here, you will build a strong foundation in your chosen function while gaining a deeper understanding of our operations, strategy, and culture.
• Rotation 2: Continue in the Netherlands with a cross-functional assignment, widening your perspective and understanding of different business areas and how they interconnect.
• Rotation 3: Broaden your horizons with an international assignment, enhancing your global mindset and cultural adaptability.
• Landing role: Now you have got all the tools, it is time for you to apply what you’ve learnt in a starting position within the Netherlands. Every day will bring a chance to continue with your growth and development.

A handful of (program) highlights:

• A great graduate community: Join a vibrant network of graduates from around the world, sharing experiences and learning together.
• Support and mentorship: Learn from former graduates and senior leaders who will guide and support you on your path.
• Extensive learning journey: Engage in a thorough learning and development program designed to help you become your best self.
• A vast range of assignments: Experience a variety of assignments that will challenge and inspire you, giving you a broader understanding of our business.

About our Finance track

The Finance track offers graduates the opportunity to make an impact in a role that goes beyond numbers, combining financial expertise with strategic advising. Through three diverse assignments across areas such as business control, revenue management, and financial strategy, you will gain broad experience across our commercial and supply chain operations. With meaningful responsibility, cross-functional collaboration, and dedicated coaching, this program supports your professional and personal growth. Assignment locations may include our office in Leiden and our supply chain sites.

Who are we searching for:

• Ambitious individuals: Passionate about building a meaningful career in one of our key functions.
• Open and adventurous: Ready to embrace new challenges and explore diverse experiences.
• Leadership potential: Prepared to take initiative, lead projects, and drive change.

What you will learn:

• The HEINEKEN Way: Gain an exclusive insight into our strategic direction and contribute to its execution.
• Project leadership: Take the lead on projects that drive our business forward.
• Stakeholder & change management: Develop the skills needed to manage stakeholders and lead effective and meaningful change.

Criteria & Conditions:

• Education: A finished Master’s degree at the start of the program. Your study background and field of study don’t matter!
• Work experience: No specific previous work experience is required! But we are looking specifically for new graduates. That’s a maximum of 1-year post-graduation (graduation date between January 2026 and March 2027).
• Languages: Being comfortable with the Dutch and English language is essential.
• Work rights: The legal work rights to work in the Netherlands (no visa sponsorship).
• Travel flexibility: Global exploration can’t happen from home! We require all Graduates to be fully globally mobile.

The journey of a lifetime starts with just one step. Are you ready to Explore the world of HEINEKEN?

Disclaimer

You can complete the Online Assessmentonly once. If you apply to multiple GGP positions within the same country, you may receive several invitations, but the assessment is identical and accessible only a singletime. Yourresult will be linked to first positionyou applied for and visible only to recruiters for that specific role (e.g., GGP Finance, GGP Commerce).To avoid confusion and ensure your results align with your preference, we recommend applying to only one GGP position per country.

We know AI is part of today’s world, and chances are, you might use it while preparing your application. That’s absolutely fine. Just remember, we are genuinely curious about you. So feel free to use AI as a sparring partner, but make sure your application reflects your own ideas, personality and motivation. That’s what we value most and what helps you stand out.