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10 Unbelievably Awesome UK Companies for Grads!
Glassdoor Team
Glassdoor Team | Author & Career Expert at Glassdoor | 2 Sept 2018
Just graduated? Not sure what’s next? Don’t worry, we at Glassdoor have your back with the very best grad job opportunities from some of the most brilliant places up and down the UK. These are companies that are not only hiring now, but have a fantastic track record for supporting and helping recent graduates.
EasyJet
Why They’re Great: EasyJet has a fantastic policy when it comes to supporting their recent recruits. This is thanks to a pretty stellar onboarding process that includes eLearning courses, coaching and mentoring, shadowing, an online learning academy as well as stretching assignments. Not only that, but once you join their team you get a pretty nice discount on all easyJet flights…not too shabby. What For: Cabin Crew, Data Analyst, Insight Analyst, Crewing Officer, Operational Performance Resource Planner and many more Where Hiring: London What Employees Say: “You are supported by the company in situations that may occur on board. Pay is great (especially in the summer). Great people to work with. Great benefits and staff travel. Gain experience very quickly with easy progression. The company refer to us before making changes in our working departments.” – Current Employee
Peninsula
Why They’re Great: Thanks to a fantastically supportive environment, Peninsula help recent graduates navigate that tricky transition from student to employee. This includes a clear and supportive programme which starts with a tour of the office and followed by in depth training as well as a supportive team who help make the whole process that bit much easier. What For: Health and Safety Consultant, Employment Paralegal, Copywriter, HR Assistant, In-House Recruiter and many more Where Hiring: London, Watford and Manchester What Employees Say: “I started with the company on the Peninsula graduate scheme and the training and development during my time here is second to none. The client base exposes you to numerous sector industries and the amount that you learn and grow in a short space of time is staggering. If you work hard then you will be rewarded and it is definitely the company for anyone that wants to kick start their career.” – Current Employee
Arcadis
Why They’re Great: With a strong work-life balance as well as a robust mentoring culture, Arcadis help recent graduates play to their strengths and truly develop into happy and satisfied members of the team. What For: Health Consultant, Flood Modeller, Heritage Consultant, Transport Planner and many more Where Hiring: London What Employees Say: “A good salary when you join. Good CPD. Flexible working is offered so you are able to arrive and leave work at different times additionally you are able to work from home as long as work commitments allow. They have generous enhanced maternity pay.” – Current Employee
Analysys Mason
Why They’re Great: With some truly stunning and modern offices, as well as an international presence Analysys Mason is a fantastic opportunity for a recent tech graduate looking to flex their muscles and gain their first taste of working life. What For: Associate Consultant and Resourcing Administrator Where Hiring: London and Dublin What Employees Say: “Super smart people and a real pride in the quality of services given to clients. Really amazing people to work with and a diverse business.” – Former Employee
Softcat
Why They’re Great: With a strong core ethos of valuing staff; Softcat has a brilliant culture of friendliness, openness and warmth. With a management team that are genuinely there to support you, there are a number of other perks including parties, trips, chocolates on a Friday as well as Christmas hampers. What For: Licensing Manager, Cloud Intelligence Service Specialist, Voice Engineer, eBusiness Analyst and many more Where Hiring: Marlow What Employees Say: “The investment in Softcat’s technical community over the past decade has been staggering, and I am proud to work for a company that places so much value on recruiting, retaining and nurturing the potential of its outrageously talented technical folk.” – Current Employee
Baillie Gifford
Why They’re great: Giving some lucky grads the opportunity of living in stunning Edinburgh, Baillie Gifford also offers free coffee and fruit, an amazing work-life balance as well as a pretty generous bonus structure. What For: Paralegal, Legal Counsel, Fund Administrator, Systems Support Analyst, Company Secretarial Administrator and many more Where Hiring: Edinburgh What Employees Say: “BG gives you plenty of responsibility early on. It has a supportive culture that encourages creativity and personal development. Library and 'creative space' are always available for employees needing inspiration. The partnership structure really takes a lot of pressure off investor's back and enables us to take the long-term view on things. The work/life balance is great.” – Current Employee
Medivet Group
Why They’re Great: The perfect job for the animal lovers amongst you, Medivet Group has a fantastic reputation for veterinary care as well as some pretty impressive processes that allow for some golden opportunities to progress in your career. What For: Mobile Patient Care Assistant, Assistant Veterinary Surgeon, Registered Veterinary Nurse and many more Where Hiring: London What Employees Say: “The people here are so genuine and helpful, the management open to suggestions and strive toward creating a better working environment, and always do what they can to recognise and look after their employees. I was awarded Support Centre Employee of the year in my first year and my peers and I are able to progress ourselves and our careers here where in other companies, there have been fewer options.” – Current Employee
FDM Group
Why They’re Great: Another fantastic opportunity for the technophiles amongst you, FDM Group has a renowned graduate scheme that not only allows you to develop your skills, but also make some fantastic new friends during the social and supportive training programme. What For: Business Consultant – Graduate Programme, Technology Consultant – Graduate Programme, Business Intelligence Developer – Graduate Programme, It Service Management Analyst – Graduate Programme and many more Where Hiring: London, Leeds, Glasgow and Cardiff What Employees Say: “Welcome and friendly atmosphere. Received a lot of help and support. Got to make loads of friends during my training.” – Current Employee
Rolls-Royce
Why They’re Great: Not only do you get the opportunity to work for Rolls-Royce, which is pretty enviable in itself, but grads will also benefit from some fantastic maternity, sick and pension policies as well as a good number of holidays. What For: Workshop Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Electronics Engineer and many more Where Hiring: Bristol, Derby, Birmingham, Peterborough, Barnwood and many more What Employees Say: “Flexible, good environment, global opportunities, good reputation. Ability to network and find the right job internally if you want to switch careers down the line. Good pay structure and boarding process.” – Current Employee
NMPi
Why They’re Great: Another company that puts a huge amount of focus on hiring grads – NMPi means you will receive a huge amount of responsibility from the start, some really brilliant training as well as a relaxed atmosphere thanks to the friendly nature of the company. What For: Graduate PPC Account Exec, Paid Social Account Manager and many more Where Hiring: London What Employees Say: “Working at NMPi for a number of years since graduation. Offered great opportunity to learns across several acquisition channels.” – Former Employee
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