Hotel Management Graduate Programme 2026
Leonardo Hotels, Strangeways, Manchester
Hotel Management Graduate Programme 2026
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Leonardo Hotels, Strangeways, Manchester
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted today, 24 Apr | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 8da7829555834760b6cfcc002190f266
Location ref: Strangeways, Manchester
Full Job Description
- We will be in touch by August 2026
- You will take part in a 2-step process - 1 assessment centre and if successful, a final interview with the General Manager of your placement hotel
- Opportunities to start with us from August/September with the graduate programme commencing November 2026 Some of the perks you could enjoy include: - Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe - Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops - Talent referral scheme - Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between! - Wellbeing Calendar - Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression We're committed to creating a workplace where every individual-regardless of background, identity, or lived experience-is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered. Why come join us? We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Whether you join the NYX team, a Limited Edition or a Leonardo Hotel, you're part of the Leonardo Hotels community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland. Our regular Learning Bites, "Come Join Us Guest Care" training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you'll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!
- A passion for genuine hospitality
- A proactive, positive and resilient attitude
- A degree in any of the following disciplines; Hotel/Leisure/Tourism or International Hospitality
- Ideally, you will have previously worked in an operational role in Hotels, Leisure or Tourism
- Flexibility on placement location to get the best out of your programme, Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .
- 18-month Management Development Programme
- The programme is a challenging mix of work experience, off the job learning and self-learning
- Exposed to as much of the hotel operation as possible through departmental rotation and relationship with Deputy General Manager or Operations Manager
- Early focus on the Duty Manager role and responsibilities within the first 3-6 months
- Fixed term contract with the aim of securing a permanent management role by the end of the programme.
Please note: Successful applicants will be considered for opportunities across multiple Leonardo Hotels locations in the UK and Ireland. Just about to graduate or graduated last year and wondering what's next? With over 57 hotels in the UK & Ireland and over 300 worldwide, and award-winning L&D offerings, we have exciting opportunities to not only take part in our graduate programme but also grow within an ever-expanding company to achieve your career goals with the support of our L&D programmes. The Graduate Programme
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/hotel-management-graduate-programme-2026-126737399