Expo & Events Graduate
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom | Studenten & Absolventen | Vollzeit | req125503
We are looking for our future leaders. If you are ambitious, proactive, and eager to show what you can do, this is a wonderful way to launch your career. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in the business and gain valuable insights into the industry. Our Graduate Programme is a 2-year programme, where you will rotate around your chosen business area. You will get a professional development qualification relevant to your business area, as well as a mentor and buddy to help you throughout your programme. You will also take part in fun and engaging development workshops building the skills for your future career at Kuehne+Nagel.
Your Role
Our Expo and Events team at Kuehne+Nagel provides comprehensive logistics solutions for Exhibitions and Events worldwide. We support Exhibitors and contractors with all logistics needs, from customs and shipping to forklifts for loading/unloading and storage of empty cases during the show.In this role, you will support our customers with their shipping requirements, overseeing and managing the entire process for shipping to and from exhibitions. This isn’t just another job; it’s an exciting opportunity to be part of something big and make a real difference. If you are ready to elevate your career and work with some of the best in the business, we want to hear from you!
Your Responsibilities
Our programme comprises of several rotational placements to provide the breadth of skills development & experience to support your journey towards a future leadership position in our Expo & Events team.
You’ll start with an initial introduction to the team, building your understanding of the expo & events world and the processes & systems we use. Then as you build confidence &skill you’ll move on to supporting key events required by our customers, eventually taking the lead on your own project. Over the two years you’ll continue to gain wider exposure to the team including the financial planning & management aspects, and then in year two we’ll also look to facilitate an international placement to work with one of our European teams.
Throughout your placements you will be learning …
* Coordination of shipping via air, sea, and road methods to ensure smooth transport for exhibitions and events
* Raise & finalise customs documentation to facilitate deliveries in & out of Europe
* Manage invoicing and cost management in line with budget requirements
* On site project management / coordination of logistics at large exhibitions
* Customer Service Skills: Delivering exceptional support to customers by addressing their needs promptly, professionally, and courteously, ensuring a positive experience
We will engage with you during your programme to discuss the different routes available after completion of your programme, and where your strengths are well suited. Your exposure to our core service areas will beled by business demand the area you have specialised. Different career routes depend entirely on you as an individual and where your interests lie. Graduates from this programme will typically move into a role such as Exhibition and Event Coordinator with a progression path to Senior Coordinator.
Your Skills and Experiences
Logistics' is a complex and fast-paced environment, so people who enjoy challenge and problem-solving would thrive in this environment. You need to be able to work well with others, be confident to deal with customers and other third parties but also have an eye for detail and organisation skills. We are looking for raw talent rather than prior knowledge, but we want to see that you are interested in the logistics' industry and where it could take you.
In addition, we value candidates who are passionate about providing excellent customer service, have a strong work ethic, and can communicate effectively with others. Good planning and organization skills is important, and you will need the ability to multitask and be a self-starter.
* A 2:2-degree qualification (achieved or expected) and 5 GCSEs Grade A-C including Maths & English
* You must be able to relocate/travel for placements
* A full UK driving licence (or will have one by start date) & access to transport
Please be aware that this vacancy does not meet the minimum requirements for skilled worker visasponsorship.
This position requires enhanced security clearance checks and by applying for this role you are agreeing to participate in the employment screening process. This process will include criminal record checking and identify validation. Any appointment will be strictly condition upon and subject to the receipt of satisfactory results of these checks.
Key Information
* Graduate Contract: 8th Sept 2025 – 5th Sept 2027
* Working hours: Monday – Friday 08:30 - 17:00 (additional hours due to job demands such as weekends / evenings will be required)
* Place of work: Birmingham Onsite (hybrid working may be available dependent on placement rotations)
Good Reasons To Join
We have lots to offer at Kuehne+Nagel; we are market leading with colleagues all over the world. But we know it is our people that make a real difference to how our customers feel. So come and join us on our journey. We will offer you:
* £28,500 starting salary plus a £1,000 joining bonus
* Salary increases after 12 months Opportunity to undertake a funded 3-month international placement
* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and a holiday purchase scheme
* Life assurance, private medical insurance, pension plan, and benefits portal
* A flexible and understanding workplace where you are empowered and treated as an individual
* A professional qualification linked to your graduate programme
And more than that – you will get a career. This is not just a two-year programme; it is a step up into the world of Logistics. You will get back what you put in, and we’ve our previous graduates have risen to senior leadership roles, travelled the globe and much more.
If interested in applying for this role please can you apply via the below link:
https://www.grb.uk.com/graduate-jobs/kuehne-nagel-graduate-expo-and-events-logistics-programme-birmingham-36080
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