Business Development (Sales) Graduate

Do you see yourself in a graduate role?
 

Salary: £29,000 per annum plus Veolia benefits  

Additional premiums for

- Master's degree

- Environmental/science degree

- Previous work experience

- Veolia Benefits Package

Location: Midlands or South of Midlands, but within commuting distance of Cannock / Four Ashes

Programme Duration: 2 years 

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

- 24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household

- Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers

- One paid day's 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.

What you'll be doing;

• Participate in Hazardous Waste Business Development, including the development of specific business line strategies to deliver growth 

• Develop and maintain strong internal business relationships with Customer Services, Sales and Operations Teams with a focus on customer service, sales strategy and business growth.

• Support and gain an understanding of the hazardous waste sales process

• Attend sales team meetings.

• Serving business interests by focusing on successful customer retention and growth in line with business strategy and governance processes.

• Develop an in-depth understanding of hazardous waste treatment and disposal techniques and their environmental impact / benefits 

• Providing Innovative Veolia solutions through customer tenders.

• Delivering Account Innovation and project management support to our Hazardous Waste accounts.

• Represent the interests of Veolia and promote the value of our strategic objectives.

This is a rotational role, so a successful candidate will be required to travel and rotate between different contracts.

What we're looking for;

- Degree qualification in a science-based subject, such as biology, physics, environmental science, chemistry, biomedical science (to be achieved by September 2025)

- Full UK Driving licence 

- High levels of written and verbal communication skills

- Good numeracy skills

- Good interpersonal skills 

- Confidence in the delivery of presentations 

- Good analytical skills and organisational skills

What's next?

Before we can consider your application further, you'll need to complete a couple of short, gamified assessments. If you're successful following this, we’ll then invite you to one of our virtual assessment days and a site visit.

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 2023, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for 55+.

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.