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Graduate - Business Management
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**General information**
**Entity**
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.
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**Position description**
**Domain**
Production
**Job field / Job profile**
Industrial engineering - Special processes engineering
**Job title**
Graduate - Business Management
**Employment type**
Graduate Program
**Professional category**
Student
**Part time / Full time**
Full-time
**Job description**
Business Operations Graduate
Location: Wolverhampton (with opportunities to travel)
Contract: 3-year graduate programme
Start Date: September 2026
What does the role look like?
Our Business Operations Graduate Programme is designed to develop the next generation of business leaders at Safran. Over three years, you'll gain hands-on experience across key business functions and learn how to drive performance, optimise processes, and support the delivery of world-class aerospace products.
Based in Wolverhampton, you'll rotate through a range of core areas such as Operations & Programme Management, Quality, Value Stream Management, Business Strategy, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial. Each rotation will provide exposure to real business challenges, helping you build commercial insight and develop a broad understanding of how different functions connect to achieve strategic goals.
You'll be supported by mentors, training, and professional development opportunities throughout the programme - helping you gain the skills, confidence, and leadership experience to build a successful career in business operations.
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What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?
- Supporting operational and programme management teams to deliver business objectives.
- Analysing data and producing reports to inform decision-making across key business areas.
- Contributing to improvement projects that enhance productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, and finance.
- Assisting in strategic and commercial planning, budgeting, and performance tracking.
- Gaining experience in stakeholder management, business communication, and change leadership.
**But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)**
- Competitive salary (£30,000)
- Company performance bonus scheme
- Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
- Private medical insurance
- Comprehensive health cash plan
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Flexible benefits programme (holiday trading, gym discounts, enhanced parental leave)
- Structured graduate training & career development, including support towards professional accreditation
- Opportunity to participate in community and STEM projects & more!
**Candidate skills & requirements**
What will you bring to the role?
Essential skills:
- A minimum 2:1 degree (or predicted)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical thinking and the ability to interpret complex data.
- Strong organisational ability and attention to detail.
- A proactive, motivated, and professional attitude.
- Passion for aerospace and a desire to make a real impact.
Desirable skills:
- International mindset and awareness of global business operations.
- Strong business acumen and leadership potential.
- Ability to challenge existing processes and contribute new ideas.
- Experience with Excel, Power BI, or other business analysis tools.
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About us
Safran is a global leader in aerospace and defence, trusted for our expertise in fly-by-wire, hydraulic, and electro-hydraulic actuation systems. Our mission is to make aviation smarter, safer, and more sustainable.
Watch our company overview video - proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, especially from groups currently underrepresented in aerospace.
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Recruitment Process & Timeline
We believe in making our recruitment process transparent and rewarding:
1. Application - Apply online with your CV.
2. Quick Personality & Motivational Assessment (October 2025) - A 10-15 minute mobile questionnaire using a simple swipe-right/left style. You'll also receive your own personalised feedback report to use however you wish.
3. HireVue Video Interview (October-November 2025) - Record responses to three short questions (max 5 minutes each). Hiring teams will review these and select candidates for the next stage.
4. Assessment Centre - Onsite in Wolverhampton (December 2025) - Includes an interview, presentation, and group tasks. You'll also meet the hiring team and gain a deeper understanding of the role and expectations.
5. Final Decision (January 2026) - Offers will be made by this date at the latest.
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Apply now and start your career in business operations with Safran - where innovation and opportunity take flight.
Please note that potential candidates will be subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and background checks, and that project access restrictions may apply to some nationalities.
**Position location**
**Job location**
Europe, UK, England, West Midlands
**City (-ies)**
Wolverhampton
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                    Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee
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Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.
About the Company 
The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.
Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months  
- Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
 - Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
 - Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
 - Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees.
 - Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.
 
6-12 months
- Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
 - Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.
 
12 months and beyond
- Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
 - Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
 - Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.
 
Apply Today to Find Out More 
If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!
Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.   
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                    Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee
Posted today
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Job Description
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.
About the Company 
The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.
Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months  
- Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
 - Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
 - Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
 - Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees.
 - Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.
 
6-12 months
- Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
 - Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.
 - 12 months and beyond
 - Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
 - Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
 - Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.
 
Apply Today to Find Out More 
If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!
Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.   
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                    Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee
Posted 5 days ago
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Job Description
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.
About the Company 
The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.
Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months  
- Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
 - Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
 - Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
 - Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees.
 - Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.
 
6-12 months
- Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
 - Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.
 
12 months and beyond
- Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
 - Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
 - Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.
 
Apply Today to Find Out More 
If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!
Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.   
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                    Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee
Posted 5 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.
About the Company 
The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.
Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months  
- Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
 - Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
 - Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
 - Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees.
 - Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.
 
6-12 months
- Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
 - Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.
 
12 months and beyond
- Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
 - Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
 - Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.
 
Apply Today to Find Out More 
If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!
Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.   
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                    Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee
Posted 6 days ago
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Job Description
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.
About the Company 
The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.
Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months  
- Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
 - Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
 - Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
 - Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees.
 - Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.
 
6-12 months
- Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
 - Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.
 
12 months and beyond
- Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
 - Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
 - Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.
 
Apply Today to Find Out More 
If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!
Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.   
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                    Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee
Posted 6 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.
About the Company 
The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.
Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months  
- Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
 - Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
 - Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
 - Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees.
 - Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.
 
6-12 months
- Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
 - Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.
 
12 months and beyond
- Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
 - Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
 - Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.
 
Apply Today to Find Out More 
If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!
Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.   
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Waste Management Business Development Manager
Posted 5 days ago
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A growing niche specialist Waste Management consultancy is looking to hire 2 Business Development Managers due to growth. NB you MUST have waste management Sales experience to be considered. This is a remote role, and as such you can be based anywhere in the UK.
 
 This business are owned by a larger recycling/commodities group, and are growing in revenues and headcount year on year.
 
 These roles are ideally suited to individuals who identify as hunters, but with a real eye for detail and strategy, as opposed to fast transactional selling. You will be comfortable with a long sales cycle, minimal leads, and will be resourceful in providing true saving and efficiency findings for clients up and down the country, mostly within Manufacturing markets.
 
 Candidates must have strong results in Sales within Waste Management - be it trade, TWM, Hazardous etc. You will be highly numerate and good at engaging with a wide range of audiences. Typical decision makers will be: Facilities Managers, Estates Managers, Finance Directors and business owners, as well as procurement teams and health and safety teams, environmental Directors etc.
 
 Salary range is entirely dependent on experience but will be a range in basic from 45,000 to 70, 000 for the right person, plus a strong bonus scheme and development opportunities. OTE is 80-100k a year. NB only candidates with experience selling Waste Management services will be considered. Please only apply if you have WM experience!
  
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                    Waste Management Business Development Manager
Posted 10 days ago
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A growing niche specialist Waste Management consultancy is looking to hire 2 Business Development Managers due to growth. NB you MUST have waste management Sales experience to be considered. This is a remote role, and as such you can be based anywhere in the UK.
 
 This business are owned by a larger recycling/commodities group, and are growing in revenues and headcount year on year.
 
 These roles are ideally suited to individuals who identify as hunters, but with a real eye for detail and strategy, as opposed to fast transactional selling. You will be comfortable with a long sales cycle, minimal leads, and will be resourceful in providing true saving and efficiency findings for clients up and down the country, mostly within Manufacturing markets.
 
 Candidates must have strong results in Sales within Waste Management - be it trade, TWM, Hazardous etc. You will be highly numerate and good at engaging with a wide range of audiences. Typical decision makers will be: Facilities Managers, Estates Managers, Finance Directors and business owners, as well as procurement teams and health and safety teams, environmental Directors etc.
 
 Salary range is entirely dependent on experience but will be a range in basic from 45,000 to 70, 000 for the right person, plus a strong bonus scheme and development opportunities. OTE is 80-100k a year. NB only candidates with experience selling Waste Management services will be considered. Please only apply if you have WM experience!
  
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                    HR Business Partner - Talent Management
Posted 2 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Partner with business leaders to understand their strategic objectives and translate them into effective HR solutions.
 - Develop and implement talent management strategies, including workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development.
 - Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring the attraction and retention of top talent.
 - Manage employee relations issues, conducting investigations and providing resolution in line with company policies and employment law.
 - Develop and deliver HR initiatives focused on employee engagement, performance management, and organisational culture.
 - Provide coaching and guidance to managers on HR best practices, including performance appraisals, disciplinary procedures, and compensation reviews.
 - Ensure compliance with all relevant employment legislation and company policies.
 - Collaborate with the wider HR team to develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
 - Analyse HR data and metrics to identify trends, measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives, and provide insights to business leaders.
 - Support organisational change initiatives and employee restructures.
 - Promote diversity and inclusion throughout the employee lifecycle.
 - Maintain confidential employee records and ensure data integrity.
 
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. CIPD qualification is highly desirable.
 - Minimum of 5 years of experience in a generalist HR role, with a strong focus on talent management and employee relations.
 - Proven experience in advising and influencing senior stakeholders.
 - Comprehensive knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
 - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
 - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
 - Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
 - Experience with HRIS systems and HR analytics.
 - A proactive and solutions-oriented approach.
 - This is a hybrid role, requiring a balance of remote work and regular attendance at our client's office in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, UK .
 
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