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Marketing Graduate Programme 2025

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Diageo

Oct 4, 2024

Applications are closed

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Marketing
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

Requirements

  • On the qualification side, you’ll need to have acquired or be expecting to obtain an academic degree and be graduating by August 2025 or within the last 5 years.
  • You must be fluent in English and our graduate opportunities require you to be mobile and prepared to relocate geographically during the programme.
  • Character is everything. You’ll need to be a curious, flexible, self-motivated team-player who loves to turn ideas into action and someone who shows integrity, respect for others and, above all, a passion for learning something new every day.

Responsibilities

  • Creating compelling and powerful stories to make our existing brands even stronger will be critical to the ongoing success of our brands – some of which are over 250 years old.
  • You may also be part of the launch of a new one too.
  • Working as part of a team, you’ll use your creativity, vision and pioneering spirit to bring our brands to life.
  • On this two-year rotation programme, you’ll get to experience two different roles and will be able to build your experience across multiple Marketing disciplines including media planning and execution, social media, innovation, budget management, business performance and drivers, shopper marketing and activation.
  • Through working on iconic and innovative brands you will be inspired to excel and build the foundations of your Marketing and Commercial Capability.
  • These foundations will help you to advance at an accelerated pace, where you’ll ready to specialise in an area of Marketing within Diageo after the two-year programme.
  • You will have a combination of formal training, mentoring and hands on learning with the wider European Cohort.
  • This will help you gain a strong foundation of leadership skills, a deep understanding of Diageo's operations and feel empowered by the end of your programme to follow various career paths within our organisation.

FAQs

What is the start date for the Marketing Graduate Programme?

The start date for the Marketing Graduate Programme is September 2025.

How long is the graduate programme?

The graduate programme is a two-year rotation programme.

What opportunities will I have during the programme?

You will have the opportunity to experience two different roles across multiple Marketing disciplines, including media planning, social media, innovation, budget management, and shopper marketing.

What qualifications do I need to apply?

You need to have acquired or be expecting to obtain an academic degree and be graduating by August 2025 or within the last five years.

Do I need to be willing to relocate?

Yes, you must be mobile and prepared to relocate geographically during the programme.

What languages do I need to be fluent in?

You must be fluent in English.

What personal qualities are you looking for in candidates?

We are looking for curious, flexible, self-motivated team players who love to turn ideas into action and demonstrate integrity, respect for others, and a passion for learning.

Will I receive a salary during the programme?

Yes, you can expect to receive a highly competitive salary, which for year one in the UK will be in the region of £37,000, along with an annual bonus opportunity and an industry-leading benefits package.

How do I apply for the programme?

To apply, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible since we recruit on a rolling basis.

What is the first stage of the application process?

The first stage of the application process is completing the Pymetrics assessment.

When will the assessment centres be held?

The assessment centres will be held between December and February.

How can I learn more about the programme?

You can register for insight and coaching events, as well as live chats, by visiting the Early Careers team's registration page at: https://meetandengage.com/diageoearlycareers.

Is there an emphasis on diversity in the company culture?

Yes, celebrating an inclusive and diverse culture is core to Diageo's purpose, and the company values diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills, and capabilities.

What kind of training will be provided during the programme?

You will receive formal training, mentoring, and hands-on learning throughout your graduate programme.

Will I be able to specialize in an area of Marketing after the programme?

Yes, after the two-year programme, you will be ready to specialize in an area of Marketing within Diageo.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1997
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Diageo's official LinkedIn account. We're a global leader in premium drinks, across spirits and beer, a business built on the principles and foundations laid by the giants of the industry. With over 200 brands sold in 180 countries, our portfolio has remarkable breadth. From centuries-old names to exciting new entrants, and global giants to local legends, we're building the very best brands out there, and with over 25,000 talented people based in over 135 countries, we're a truly global company. With such diversity, we're able to truly represent our broad consumer base and think differently about the future. To maintain our position as leaders in the alcoholic beverage market, we always invest in the future and are mindful of the impact we have. Because just like the legends of our past, we're here to raise the bar – for people as well as the planet.