As our next Sales and Network Development Graduate, you’ll be a valued Commercial team member. As part of your role, you’ll learn how the department operates, and during your rotation understand the importance of other department's deliverables which will help you gauge the bigger picture of how each department interlinks with each other
Your remit would be to support with the sales and network development activities as the purpose of this role is to contribute to the growth and success of the company. The crux of this role is to excel in building relationships and achieving sales targets. You will have the opportunity to make decisions that you might not have in a larger organisation, as well as the chance to make a difference
You're not the type to shy away from challenges. Working for our amazing brand, you'll be more than just a number. This isn't your ordinary job. You won't be limited in your responsibilities, and you don't want to be confined to a small scope of work. Instead, you will have the chance to take on varied projects, constantly learning and pushing yourself to make a change and to a certain degree you’ll have the autonomy to make important decisions. What's important to you is the opportunity to work with a diverse group of people globally, to influence them, and to be involved in shaping the agenda. You're curious and always looking for ways to change and move in the right direction.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to influence and collaborate with colleagues globally, using data to drive decisions. Our fast-paced environment means you will need to be proactive and reactive, always ready to adapt. If you're inquisitive and strive for positive change, then this is the perfect role for you.
The Key Requirements...
- BSc Business Degree or similar
- You have strong characteristics
- Demonstrate proactiveness
- Ability to challenge and pushback
At Aston Martin, we are known for our openness and ownership. We believe in our brand history and are proud of our family feel. Our commitment is to provide a breadth of exposure in the most exquisitely addictive performance sports cars for over 110 years.
Here at Aston Martin, our mission is to become the world's most desirable ultra-luxury British brand. To embark on this exciting new era, we need the very best people to write their own chapter on our journey.
Behind these legends and landmarks are hundreds of dreamers, darers, and doers who make extraordinary things happen every single day. That's why the name of everyone who has ever worn our famous wings is inscribed on the wall of our factory.
Within this role, there is an opportunity to make a difference straight away. You'll be an integral part of our team, with exposure to directors and the chance to be involved in important projects. Many apprentice graduates have stayed on and become managers, and we currently have one who has become our Regional President for the UK.
This is an opportunity for you to learn faster and be a part of a great brand like Aston Martin. We are proud to be a company built on a legacy of excellence and are an employer of choice because of our brand history.
The scheme…
This is a two-year rotational scheme within different areas of the Commercial department, where you’ll spend specific periods gaining invaluable experience and knowledge within our key areas, which may include
- Network Development
- Global Dealer Training
- Preowned Global
- Sales Operations and Planning
- Product
- Marketing
- Aftersales
This scheme starts on Monday 2nd September 2024.
What you’ll gain…
- Enrol onto
- Route to Chartered Manager (CMI Level 5)
- Hands-on experience
- Become an integral part of the team
- Mon – Thurs 8.30am – 5pm and Fri 8.30am – 3pm
- Full-time onsite
- in-person learning
- Gaydon-based with occasional travel to other AML sites and Dealers as and when required
The Benefits and Perks...
- Starting salary £34,200
- Salary increments (subject to performance and criteria being met)
- Annual bonus (discretionary)
- Pension Scheme
- Medical Cover and Health Cash Plan
- Life Assurance
- Car Scheme
- Plus, a wide range of discounts with associated partners
The Next Step and time frames...
On application, you will receive an email acknowledgement response of your application received. If you meet the criteria, then the following will apply. At each stage of the following process, you will be advised of the outcome.
- Online psychometric gamification assessment (not timed)
- Phone interview – with a member of the Talent Acquisition team (20 minutes)
- In-person assessment centre – a chance to come and meet the team you’ve applied to join
- Outcome – we will let you know the outcome of your assessment centre attendance
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity, apply today by clicking on the ‘apply now’ button.
Belong at Aston Martin
We understand that the incredible beauty, craft, and art that defines an Aston Martin comes from the inclusion of our amazing people.
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs. We celebrate diversity and are seeking applicants who can bring something different.
Please speak to us if there is anything you need to support making an application with us.
