Business Leadership Graduate

Applications for this role are set to close on 7 February but may be extended at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Join our Business Leadership Programme and kickstart your career with three exciting placements across our Customer and Sector Enablement directorate between September 2025 - September 2027. You'll gain hands-on experience in different areas of our business, from marketing and operations to data analytics and student services.

Each placement offers unique challenges and real-world projects, with dedicated mentorship to support your growth. Whether you're working in product development, marketing campaigns, or operations management, you'll develop crucial business skills while making a real impact in the education technology sector.

Why work at Jisc

Location: Hybrid - A blend of working from home and your nominated hub office, we have hubs in London, Bristol, Manchester and Oxford. Specific patterns for working in the office are not mandated, and the frequency of time worked in the office is agreed with your manager. Meeting in person is something we value so you may need to travel on occasion to any of our hub offices. Our benefits are great too. We offer:

• Mentorship and Support: One-on-one guidance from experienced professionals
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement
• Inclusive Culture: Diverse and welcoming workplace
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options
• Life Stage Support: Career breaks, study leave, volunteering, and excellent family leave policies
• Health and Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing support and health benefits
• Financial Support: Generous pension, discounts, cycle scheme, and season ticket loans
• Professional Development: Training programs and mentoring opportunities
• Community: Join networks like Youth Network, Neurodiversity, Women in Tech, and more

What we are looking for

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work well in teams
• Great organisational and time management skills
• Digital literacy and comfort with technology
• Initiative and confidence to take on new challenges
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn

You don't need specific work experience to apply - we're more interested in your potential and passion. However, if you have any previous project experience in business, marketing, technology, or data, that's a bonus! While a degree in these areas is helpful, what really matters is your genuine interest in building a career in one or more of these fields. We're looking for graduates who are enthusiastic about learning and ready to contribute fresh ideas to our evolving organisation.

Additional job details

Workplace: Hybrid, or partially remote

Location: UK wide

Contract: Full-time

How to apply

Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 7 February 2025.

Transforming Lives Through Digital Innovation

At Jisc, a not-for-profit organisation, we believe in the power of education and research to improve lives, and we know that technology enhances these fields.

Why Join Jisc?

Raise your potential at Jisc through our culture of lifelong learning. When you join our team, you become part of a supportive environment where every voice is valued. We are committed to helping you build a meaningful career, offering opportunities to explore new areas, acquire cutting-edge skills, and grow professionally.