National Accounts / Sales Graduate
Posted 14/10/2024 by Veolia
Salary: Base salary of £27,000
Additional premiums for
- Master's degree
- Environmental or Engineering degree
- Previous work experience
- Veolia Benefits Package
Location: Cannock
Programme Duration: 2 years
Candidate shortlisting will take place w/c the 28th of October, and assessment days will take place between w/c the 4th of November and w/c the11th of November 2024.
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone.
Through our graduate scheme you'll help us to achieve our purpose of Ecological Transformation and build a career we can be proud of. No matter what role you have, when you join us you can play a key role in achieving our vision, and we can make yours happen too.
We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment in small and big ways, and contribute towards our inclusive culture.
What we can offer you;
- 25 days of annual leave
- Access to our company pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
- Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
- Access to virtual GP
- Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
- One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
Graduate Programme;
During this programme, you'll gain valuable insight into our services and strategic projects and we'll help you to further develop your skills and knowledge so that you can succeed in your career. You'll also join our graduate network and receive our continued support throughout.
We're strong believers in continuous development here at Veolia and actively encourage and support everyone to keep going after you finish the programme.
The National Account Graduate will embody a customer approach embracing the role of ambassador for the Veolia brand and purpose.
What you'll be doing;
- A core understanding of National account customers, account management processes and procedures.
- Learn to support large tender opportunities while promoting upselling, cross-selling, and waste efficiencies to new and existing customers.
- Support the contractual renewal targets with an innovative and customer-focused mindset, driving best-in-class standards that deliver customer loyalty, retention and high Net Promoter Scores across the different customer segments.
- Learn to directly influence innovative ecological sustainability opportunities with a strategic approach to solutions and customer relationships with large and complex clients.
- Develop and maintain strong internal business relationships with Customer Experience, Sales and Operations Teams, focusing on customer service and business growth.
- Support and gain an understanding of the local sales and business development process.
- Shadow national account executives and strategic account managers to understand their roles and their purpose.
What we're looking for;
- Degree-level qualification in relevant business management, sales, accounting, business development, or environmental fields (to be achieved by September 2025).
- Practical outlook to problem-solving
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Willingness to learn new things and develop
- An enthusiastic, creative and solution-oriented thinker
- Drivers Licence (willingness to get one)
- Willingness to travel
What's next?
Before we can progress your application to the next stage, you'll need to complete a couple of short strength-based assessments to assess your potential for success in the role against skills, behaviours, personality and motivation - all in one engaging and immersive online experience. If you're successful following this, we'll then invite you to attend one of our virtual assessment days.
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as the Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row!
This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.
We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.
We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.
We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.
We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.
- Type:
- Permanent
- Start Date:
- September 2025
- Contract Length:
- Permanent
- Contact Name:
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- Job Reference:
- JR19476_1728912026
- Job ID:
- 222482918
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