Commencing in September each year, this is a two-year programme. We’re looking for the right combination of people to help take our business forward. With a minimum of a 2:2 degree, our graduates are people-focused, ambitious and driven individuals who really want to develop into a leadership role.
Gladman Developments are the UK’s most active and successful land promoter based in Congleton, Cheshire, and joined the Barratt Redrow PLC group in 2022. We believe in using our expertise to partner with landowners to help them to realise the true potential of their land through its development for residential or residential led mixed-use development.
As an ASPIRE graduate in Gladman Developments, year one will involve you rotating around a number of our operational functions including; Land, Planning, Land Sales, Technical, Legal, Accounts and Business Support to build your understanding of the wider business. You’ll also tackle live projects, as well as learning on a day to day basis.
Year two will see you specialising in your chosen area, to enable you to build practical and relevant skills, getting involved in longer term projects and gaining in-depth knowledge of the business.
In addition to the rotational element of the scheme, graduates will also benefit from opportunities to undertake voluntary activities, the option to study for professional qualifications and will undertake a series of development modules including leadership, communication, project management, presentations and performance management.
Throughout the programme, you will enjoy a tailored development plan with clear milestones, feedback and formal mentoring from your departmental Director. You’ll also benefit from a support network of fellow graduates.
You will be expected to:
* Follow the ‘ASPIRE’ Graduate Development Programme, completing the portfolio evidence as required.
* Use your influence and persuasion skills to drive results for the team and business.
* Attend all Group Development modules and Functional Meetings as per the programme.
* Contribute to continuous development within Gladman Developments and Barratt Redrow PLC by undertaking Divisional/Regional/Group projects as agreed with mentor.
* Continue to develop through reviews with your coach and mentor, and undertake relevant professional qualifications where appropriate.
* Contribute towards Corporate Responsibility objectives by driving volunteering activities in the local area.
* Provide continuous and constructive feedback on the ‘ASPIRE’ Graduate Development Programme.
* Act as a buddy to new graduates when applicable.
To be successful in this role, we are looking for:
* A 2:2 degree, equivalent or higher qualification.
* A passion for the industry and ability to outline your transferable skills.
* Self-confident, articulate, persuasive, resilient and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
* A lateral and innovative thinker; sees change as an opportunity and challenge for the business.
* Able to work on own initiative, with the drive to take ownership of projects.
* Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective and mutually beneficial working relationships both internally and externally.
* Able to rapidly absorb new and complex information with ease and speed to conduct an incisive analysis.
* Passionate about the customer and a role model of this behaviour to others in the business.
* Displays energy and enthusiasm to deliver goals and achievements.
* Driven, self-motivated and results driven for self and business.
As part of working for Gladman Developments and specifically for this role we offer:
* Competitive Bonus Scheme.
* Private Medical Cover - Single Cover.
* 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days).
We operate on a hybrid working basis, with dedicated office days and flexible start and finish times.
We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.
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