Estate and Retail Operations Graduate Programme

Estate and Retail Operations Graduate Programme — London (Surbiton)

Your Supportive Bridge to an Exciting Corporate Career

Location: Lidl House, 14 Kingston Road, Surbiton, KT5 9NU London

Contract Type: Full Time (23-Month Fixed Term Contract) | Student & Graduate

Reference Number: 751069

Compensation: £40,000 per annum* (*plus an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance)

Key Dates & Requirements: Video interviews and a face-to-face assessment centre will be held at the Head Office in Tolworth on 02/12/2026. Candidates must possess a full UK driving licence by 1st February 2027.

Perks: 30 days holiday (pro rata), 10% in-store discount, pension scheme, company car, and enhanced professional development and mentoring.

About Us: Your Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

At [Agency Name], we believe that finding your next career milestone should be an empowering and seamless experience. As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we walk beside you every step of the way—smoothing out the application process, championing your unique skills, and connecting you with fantastic career-launching opportunities at industry-leading brands.

We are proud to partner with a top-tier retail leader to find a proactive, solutions-focused graduate for their Estate and Retail Operations Graduate Programme in South West London. If you are eager to turn your degree into an impactful corporate career with a dedicated agency supporting your journey, we are here to help you secure it.

The Role

Ready to lay the foundation for a successful career? Lidl's Facilities Management team plays a vital role in keeping their estate running smoothly, ensuring stores, warehouses, and offices are safe, efficient, and fit for the future.

As part of this structured 23-month graduate programme, you will rotate through key areas of real estate operations—gaining hands-on experience in managing large projects, sustainability initiatives, and compliance procedures. From project planning to contractor management, you'll develop the technical knowledge and skills needed to grow into a real estate and project management specialist.

What You’ll Do:

• Rotational Growth: Spend time in Supply Chain, Logistics, Real Estate, and other Head Office teams to build comprehensive business knowledge.

• Project Responsibility: Take on real project responsibility and make a tangible difference to operations.

• Operations & Compliance: Learn how a rapidly growing retail business operates from the ground up, gaining insight into market standards.

• Cross-Functional Exposure: Gain valuable exposure to a national Head Office Retail team and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

What You’ll Need

• Education: Achieved a 2:2 or higher in a Bachelor's Degree (Degrees in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related disciplines are preferred but not essential).

• Eligibility: Full-time working eligibility in the UK with proof available when required.

• Location: Able to commute or relocate within a reasonable distance to the Head Office in Tolworth, South West London.

• Skills & Mindset: An enthusiastic self-starter with passion, resilience, adaptability, and confident communication across all levels of the business.

• Travel & Driving: Possession of a full UK driving licence by 1st February 2027.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive Salary: £40,000 per annum* (plus an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance).

• Time Off: 30 days holiday (pro rata).

• Perks & Discounts: 10% in-store discount, contributory pension scheme, and a company car.

• Career Growth: Enhanced professional development, structured mentoring, and exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.