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VEOLIA GRADUATE PROGRAM 2025 - SALES OPERATIONS GRADUATE - UK & IRELAND

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Part of Veolia Group, Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions brings together experienced professionals in pursuit of the same goal: to solve the toughest water, wastewater and process challenges around the globe. We’re always looking for passionate and creative people to help us in this mission!

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VEOLIA GRADUATE PROGRAM 2025 - SALES OPERATIONS GRADUATE - UK & IRELAND
LOCATION: Peterborough, Cannock or Remote

REQUIRED: BACHELORS OR MASTERS DEGREE IN SALES & MARKETING, SALES OPERATIONS OR BUSINESS RELATED DEGREE

Starting Salary £28,000
Application deadline: 20/4/25

Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions are ready to launch our Graduate Recruitment Campaign for 2025!

You will join us between July and October 2025 and complete a 1-year fully immersive graduate programme. This structured development journey leads to exciting long-term career opportunities across our global operations. Towards the end of the program, we will begin a career conversation with you to agree which area of the business you will move into.

This is a permanent position from day one, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to our graduates' long-term success and development. We believe in investing in our future leaders by offering permanent contracts rather than fixed-term positions, providing our graduates with job security and peace of mind from the start. This approach allows you to fully focus on your development and career growth.

At the end of the 12-month graduate program, we conduct comprehensive career conversations with each graduate to explore their strengths, interests, and aspirations. This discussion helps determine the most suitable career path within our company. Our commitment to permanent employment reflects our confidence in our graduate program and our dedication to nurturing long-term talent. It also demonstrates our strong track record of graduate retention and career progression within the company.

We pride ourselves on our positive and inclusive culture that emphasises equality and collaboration rather than focusing on hierarchy. At Veolia, our employees' diverse perspectives are encouraged and valued. Joining us means you will participate in our thriving I&D community and related initiatives. Veolia has a meaningful purpose where you'll be part of something bigger than just a job; you'll be part of a network driving ecological transformation and making a meaningful impact on society and the environment through our work.

Our Graduate Program is our commitment to developing talented employees through:

Structured training on both essential and technical skills
Networking opportunities
A dedicated support network of a Program Leader, Line Manager, Mentor, Coach, and HR Manager
Experiential learning, delivered on a monthly basis, including 4 in-person workshops at our key locations in Europe
A Sustainability Challenge to develop your entrepreneurial skills
Regular reviews with your support network - a great chance for feedback

Join our dynamic Sales Operations team and become integral to our revenue growth strategy. Working directly with the Services Growth Leader, you'll develop expertise in sales pipeline management, revenue reporting, and forecasting excellence while contributing to our ecological transformation mission.

This role offers certified professional sales training and access to integrated Salesforce CRM systems, providing you with the tools to succeed in an international environment. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, gaining exposure to both industrial and municipal sectors while developing commercial acumen and technical knowledge.

Day-to-Day Duties:

Learn to manage and analyse sales pipelines
Develop skills in revenue reporting and forecasting
Build understanding of lead generation and qualification processes
Support commercial deal development
Learn about digital monitoring and insight technology
Develop expertise in water treatment solutions
Build relationships with key stakeholders
Contribute to market analysis and trend identification
Support project management and delivery teams
Participate in marketing activities across UK & Ireland

Qualifications

Ideal Skills and Experience:

Bachelors or Masters Degree in Sales & Marketing, Sales Operations or Business Related Degree
Fluent in English - other European languages are useful
Interest in sales growth organisations and CRM systems
Strong analytical and financial acumen
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Problem-solving capabilities
Team-oriented mindset
Full UK driving licence- a car will be provided
Willingness to travel for Graduate Program (Europe)

Additional Information

Join Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions to kick-start your career! As a graduate, you'll be involved in meaningful work that directly impacts global water sustainability while being part of an innovative team that's shaping the future of water treatment. You'll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, enjoy mentorship from industry experts, and have access to global opportunities across our worldwide network. Plus, you'll be contributing to environmental protection while growing professionally – because at Veolia, we believe in nurturing both the planet and our people's potential.

Veolia WTS is committed to continually building on our inclusive environment where all employees thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer with diversity, inclusion, equity, and gender equality at the heart of our workplace.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have valid eligibility to work in the country of this position. We are unable to provide post-graduate visa sponsorship, or alternative visa sponsorship for this position.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation proving their right to work in the country of this position without requiring employer sponsorship at any time

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

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What You Should Know About VEOLIA GRADUATE PROGRAM 2025 - SALES OPERATIONS GRADUATE - UK & IRELAND , Veolia Environnement SA

Join Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions as a participant in the 2025 Graduate Program for Sales Operations in the UK & Ireland. Based at our location in Peterborough or available for remote work, this exciting opportunity is designed for recent graduates with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Sales & Marketing, Sales Operations, or a related field. Starting with a competitive salary of £28,000, you’ll embark on a one-year immersive experience where you will gain hands-on training and insights into our dynamic Sales Operations team. Throughout the program, you will engage in diverse activities, such as managing sales pipelines, generating leads, and contributing to market analysis that drives our ecological transformation mission. This is a permanent role from day one, showcasing our commitment to your long-term career success. We foster an inclusive environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. With support from experienced mentors and access to professional sales training and Salesforce CRM systems, you'll develop essential skills that could launch you into a successful career. By participating in workshops, networking opportunities, and sustainability challenges, you’ll virtually build a solid foundation for future growth. At Veolia, you’ll be part of something bigger—a network dedicated to making a positive impact on society and the environment through water sustainability. If you're looking to kick-start your career with an innovative approach that promises growth and development, apply to be part of Veolia’s transformative journey.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for VEOLIA GRADUATE PROGRAM 2025 - SALES OPERATIONS GRADUATE - UK & IRELAND Role at Veolia Environnement SA

What are the main responsibilities of the Sales Operations Graduate at Veolia?

As a Sales Operations Graduate at Veolia, your main responsibilities include managing and analyzing sales pipelines, developing revenue reporting and forecasting skills, and supporting commercial deal development. You’ll be integral to our revenue growth strategy, collaborating with key stakeholders while participating in marketing activities across the UK & Ireland.