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Hybrid working is potentially available, depending on the area and manager. JLR is a multi-site business and you’ll be required to spend time working with different departments at several locations.
For our JLR graduate programmes we only sponsor skilled worker visas for shortage occupations which include electrical engineering, software engineering and creative (design). Therefore, JLR will only accept applications for this programme from candidates with the unrestricted right to work in the UK for an indefinite period (if you are on a tier 4 student visa or a graduate route visa you are not eligible to apply to this programme).
A graduate programme at JLR gives you access to some of the most innovative and visionary industry experts, networking opportunities and invaluable industry insight. By the time you finish the programme, you’ll play a vital part in JLR’s future and build the exceptional long-term career you’ve proved you're capable of.
Arrive with ambition. Grow with freedom.
Commercial
Our Commercial team is constantly evolving to ensure we continue to offer modern luxury brands that attract and retain customers in a fast-changing digital world. With a new organisational structure to deliver our Reimagine strategy, we are focusing on the key pillars of growth, digital transformation, simplicity and our go to market strategies.
Meanwhile, our house of brands teams are responsible for defining our commercial vision across the Range Rover, Defender, Discovery and Jaguar portfolios – each iconic and each with its own interpretation of modern luxury.
On the Commercial Graduate programme you can decide to choose from the following pathways: Commercial Business or Commercial Digital.
Commercial Business Graduate Programme
During this exciting programme, you will undertake six-monthly rotations across the following areas:
Customer Experience
Our Customer Experience team focuses on collaborations between Commercial, Digital and our partner, Tata Consultancy, to ensure the most effective implementation of our online digital customer experience programme.
Communications & Insights (C&I)
Taking briefs from the branding teams, C&I translates objectives into world-beating customer communications and insights whilst delivering driving experiences, branded goods and partnerships that position us as the future of modern luxury.
Market & Business Operations (M&BO)
M&BO focuses on our key pillars and drives volume planning and reporting to transform our commercial performance.
Customer Care Strategy & Operation
Everything we do is about delighting the customer and exceeding expectations. This means achieving seamless processes, creating valuable services and getting things right first time, every time, to create a fault-free experience for our drivers.
In addition to rotating across a number of the teams above, you will undertake a digital placement and may enjoy the opportunity to work with our global teams, gaining insight into different cultures and operating models around the world. Within your rotations, you will undertake a mixture of ‘business-as-usual’ roles, and key missions – these are dedicated projects that run end-to-end for a defined period and deliver tangible results that achieve real transformation and optimise the customer journey.
Commercial Digital Graduate Programme
The commercial digital pathway focuses on driving our digital transformation to attract and retain customers, delivering a modern luxury customer experience that focusses on simplification. Commercial is going through huge digital transformation, putting our customers at the heart of everything we do – and we want you to play a pivotal role in that, by bringing new ideas, creativity and digital expertise.
The skills you gain will challenge the way we operate as you grow your commercial digital abilities, from web optimisation to performance marketing, social media and more. Across four, six-month rotations including a business placement, you will gain everything you need to take your career anywhere you want to go. Along the way, you will interact with our global teams and develop real insight into different cultures and working practices around the world. As with our Business Graduates, you will focus on both ‘business-as-usual’ and missions to broaden your experience and feed your curiosity.
What’s required?
For the Commercial Business Graduate Programme, you will need to hold or be on track to achieve at least a 2.2 degree in a business-related subject (business, economics, marketing, human resources).
For the Commercial Digital Graduate Programme, you will need to hold or be on track to achieve at least a 2.2 degree in business, marketing, digital marketing, communications, media, digital media or social media.
In addition, you will need to demonstrate your passion for problem-solving and curiosity to understand business challenges and deliver innovative solutions. You will also have strong numerical and interpersonal skills and the confidence to champion new initiatives.
Rewards and benefits
Our 2024 graduate programme salary is £31,000, with a £2,000 joining bonus to welcome you to JLR. After two years, you will progress from the graduate programme on a £38,000 salary. In addition, JLR offer a generous holiday allowance, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, excellent pension provisions and access to a wide range of deals and discounts from well-known retailers and sports clubs.
Once you’ve successfully completed your graduate programme, you will return to your 'home' team either within the commercial business or commercial digital function where you can look forward to a long-term career with us. The role you take on will depend on your performance, personal preferences and business needs.
You will be applying your curiosity and creativity every day as you begin to hone your skills for a successful, impactful career. You own your development, and only you can make it happen. We’ll be right by your side in your pursuit of exceptional, and we’ll give you all the encouragement and support you need.
Your future starts here.
