Graduate Academy (Marketing, Tech, Sales & More)
About the role
AutoTrader's Graduate Academy is a structured graduate programme designed to help recent graduates launch their careers in a dynamic, supportive environment. Based in Manchester, AutoTrader is the UK's largest digital automotive marketplace. The programme doesn't require strict grades or specific subjects, believing talent comes from all backgrounds. Graduates work across tech, sales, marketing, software engineering, and other areas, with real responsibility from day one. The programme includes a foundation phase (Great Start workshops), practical projects (Project Possible, InsightOut, Collaboration), ongoing support from managers and tech mentors, and career coaching for a year after completion. Recruitment kicks off every autumn, making this an ideal opportunity for recent graduates looking to start their career at a major digital brand.
Responsibilities
- Complete structured Graduate Academy programme across marketing, tech, sales, or other areas
- Participate in Great Start workshops and foundation phase
- Work on practical projects including Project Possible, InsightOut, and Collaboration challenges
- Take on real responsibility from day one in your chosen area
- Build expertise through hands-on learning and cross-team collaboration
- Receive career coaching and mentorship throughout the programme
Requirements
- Graduated within the last 5 years (any discipline)
- No strict grade or subject requirements, talent from all backgrounds
- Passionate, adaptable, curious, and eager to learn
- Interest in marketing, tech, sales, or digital automotive industry
- Based in or willing to commute to Manchester
Perks & benefits
- Structured graduate programme at the UK's largest digital automotive marketplace
- No strict grade requirements, talent from all backgrounds
- Real responsibility from day one
- Foundation phase with Great Start workshops
- Practical projects building problem-solving and collaboration skills
- Dedicated tech mentor and career coaching
- Ongoing support for a year after programme completion
- Based in Manchester
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