Development Graduate
(2 years Fixed Term Contract)
£32,500 salary, £2,000 welcome bonus, £500 flex allowance plus up to 10% bonus and benefits
Have you graduated in 2024 with a 2:1 or above (or projected for 2025) in a commercially orientated discipline?
Great journeys happen at London Gatwick
Where will your career take you? The buzz, the energy, the sheer magic of travel... you can feel it in the air all around you. Here, you'll be part of an energetic team and a vibrant community. We can help you thrive in a career that's a world away from the everyday.
What is the Programme?
It’s for 2 years. As a Development Graduate, you will participate in a dynamic two-year programme consisting of four rotations, each lasting six months. These rotations will provide exposure to a diverse range of projects across the business.
Each rotation will focus on a specific business challenge and contribute to the development of solutions to address them. These may involve process improvements, people management initiatives, or capital investment in system or infrastructure. Throughout the programme, you'll collaborate closely with a wide range of colleagues across many different areas of the business to support the development and execution of strategic projects within a structured project governance framework. You will also work with teams in Construction, Engineering, and IT who will lead the delivery of these projects.
Projects will span key business areas, offering you the opportunity to gain broad experience at London Gatwick. This could include involvement in growth initiatives, sustainability projects, commercial opportunities, or operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness. Expect variety and a hands-on approach as you immerse yourself in impactful projects across the business.
What will you gain?
* A competitive salary.
* A Leadership development programme that builds on your commercial awareness, sense of self, coaching skills and scope to grow your career further.
* An understanding of Aviation and its impact on the economy, including sustainability and commerciality.
* Commercial awareness and its impact on operational processes.
Do you have what we're looking for?
* Achieved or predicted 2:1 in a commercially orientated discipline? (achieved 2024 or predicted 2025)
* Analytical thinking and problem solving - ability to critically assess complex situations, identify challenges, and develop innovative solutions.
* Strong data analysis skills to evaluate project needs, performance metrics, and business outcomes.
* Adaptability and flexibility with a willingness to embrace change and adapt to different roles, teams, and project types across multiple business areas.
* Ability to quickly learn new concepts, processes, and tools in a dynamic environment.
* Communication Skills - excellent verbal and written communication to effectively convey ideas, project updates, and solutions to diverse stakeholders, including senior leaders.
* Project Management - organisational and planning skills to manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
* A clear drive and passion for aviation, London Gatwick and our customers.
* Team working - you'll enjoy working in a team environment, sharing ideas, and collaborating with colleagues as well as other graduates.
What's in it for you?
We value our people and reward every employee fairly with a highly competitive package, enhanced by an annual bonus, share scheme, pension, and lifestyle insurance. There's also plenty of opportunities for career progression, as well as training to support your personal and professional development.
At London Gatwick we're also very well connected, just 30 minutes from central London and directly linked to over 100 towns and cities. Whether you prefer to travel by cycle, electric car, or train, we aim to make your journey to work as convenient and cost-effective as possible.
Whatever your interests and ambitions, wherever you want your journey to take you, London Gatwick could be the place where your career really does... well... take off.
Click apply to begin your journey, your way with London Gatwick.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.
Does this sound like you? Join the adventure! Click apply and complete your application.
Selection Process
1. An online application that will involve a CV - closing date 7th November 2024.
2. Online assessments to demonstrate your strengths and the necessary behaviours to be successful.
3. If successful a virtual 1st stage screening call.
4. An assessment centre with group and individual activities as well as a behaviour-based interview with the opportunity to meet managers and explore the airport. Dates to be confirmed for February / March 2025.
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