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National Highways

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You must have a collaborative approach, strong communication skills, excellent coordination, effective planning, a focus on quality, and a 2:2 or above undergraduate degree in any subject.
  • You will support strategy development, assist in business planning, and manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

  • An enthusiastic, collaborative approach to working with others
  • The ability to communicate in different formats with a variety of stakeholders
  • Excellent co-ordination skills
  • The ability to plan and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines
  • A focus on quality and integrity in everything you do
  • An undergraduate degree (2:2 or above) in any subject

Responsibilities

  • Help develop our long-term strategies
  • Support future business planning efforts
  • Manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders

FAQs

What is the starting salary for the Graduate - Business Management position?

The starting salary for this position is £26,500.

What is the location for the Graduate - Business Management role?

The position is available nationwide.

When does the Business Management Graduate Programme start?

The programme is set to start in September 2025.

How long is the Business Management Graduate Programme?

The programme lasts for three years.

What areas will I gain experience in during the programme?

You will gain experience in areas such as Customer Service, Business Transformation, and Strategy and Communications through rotating placements across the business.

Are there opportunities for career development after the programme?

Yes, there will be plenty of opportunities to continue your journey with National Highways at the end of the programme.

What type of support will I receive during the programme?

You will receive a mix of workshops, on-job training, mentorship from experienced colleagues, and a dedicated line manager to support your development.

What benefits do you offer to graduates in this programme?

The benefits include a generous pension scheme, life assurance, annual leave starting at 26 days (rising to 31 with service), and retailer discounts and cashback.

What qualifications do I need to have by the programme start date?

You must have an undergraduate degree (2:2 or above) in any subject.

When will the assessment centres for the programme take place?

Assessment centres are scheduled for January and February.

Is there an induction session I need to attend?

Yes, you must be available to attend the 4-day induction from September 8th to 11th.

Will I receive a permanent contract?

Yes, you will receive a permanent contract from day one.

Do you offer visa sponsorship for this role?

No, due to the salary level of this role, we cannot offer sponsorship for individuals who do not have the Right to Work in the UK.

What qualities are you looking for in candidates?

Candidates should have an enthusiastic, collaborative approach, excellent communication skills, strong co-ordination skills, and a focus on quality and integrity.

What are the core values of National Highways?

The core values are safety, passion, teamwork, ownership, and integrity.

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National Highways

Looking after England's motorways and major roads

Transportation
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

National Highways (formerly known as Highways England) is a government-owned company responsible for operating, maintaining, and improving major highways and road networks in England. They manage over 4,300 miles of motorways and major A-roads, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability in the transport infrastructure. National Highways' ultimate mission is to provide a world-class road network that supports economic growth, connects communities, and enhances the travel experience for road users. Their purpose lies in improving road safety, reducing congestion, and delivering sustainable transport solutions, thereby contributing to the economic prosperity and well-being of the nation. By focusing on strategic road investments and delivering infrastructure projects, National Highways aims to create a modern, resilient, and integrated road network that serves the needs of businesses, commuters, and travellers, and promotes a greener and more accessible transport system for the UK.

Culture & Values

  • Safety

    No harm or negative impact to well-being should come to the public, National Highways' people and the environment through the management and use of data.

  • Ethical Integrity

    All data is considered in relation to the people it may represent and impact and treated with due consideration to their rights.

  • Passion

    National Highways understands the limitations of data and understands how the dataset came to be. National Highways takes its sources, collection circumstances and biases into account and makes sure data is fit for purpose.

  • Ownership

    Responsibility for the ethical use of data is shared by all its people. This applies to the full information lifecycle. National Highways works to achieve the shared goal of delivering value to the public.

  • Teamwork

    Leveraging the team, National Highways and their Suppliers work together to use data ethically.

Benefits

  • A pension scheme with generous employer contributions

  • Life assurance

  • Leave entitlement up to 31 days

  • Access to performance related pay

  • Great deals, discounts and cashback offers from well-loved retailers

  • Flexible working arrangements (subject to business need)

  • Season ticket loans and Oyster Card credit loans which can be repaid through salary