Management Trainee - Manchester

Location: Manchester, England, gb Department: Branches & Operations Employment Type: {'id': 'permanent', 'label': 'Full-time'}

Company Description

Job Description

At SIXT, we don't just hire people - we build leadership careers. 1ST GEAR! is our global Management Trainee Program - a dynamic, 12-month journey designed to fast-track your way into a real leadership role. From day one, you’ll gain hands-on experience, take on responsibility, and develop the skills you need to lead in one of the world’s most innovative mobility companies. What makes this program unique? You don’t just complete it - you graduate into a leadership position. Whether it’s managing your own downtown branch or becoming part of a high-performing airport leadership team, your next career step is guaranteed.

We’re looking for ambitious, curious, and proactive individuals who are ready to roll up their sleeves and grow fast. If you want to make an impact, lead with confidence, and shape the future of mobility, 1ST GEAR! is your starting line.

YOURS TO OWN

You take on responsibility early in your 12-month program, support the achievement of our operational goals, and contribute to greater efficiency and shared success within the team. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be placed directly in a leadership position anywhere in the United Kingdom

You gain insights into key business areas such as Sales, Customer Service, Fleet Management, and Performance Management, and develop further along clear learning and performance goals

You work in the operational day-to-day business from day one, get to know our core operations as a Sales Executive, and are supported through training in communication, conflict resolution, sales, and problem-solving strategies

You collaborate closely with Branch Managers and Area Directors to learn leadership on the job

You will graduate into a leadership position upon successful completion of the program. As these roles are based on business needs, you must be willing to relocate anywhere within the United Kingdom to begin your management career

YOUR SKILLS MATTER

Growth Mindset You have completed a bachelor's or business management degree or gained relevant professional experience in Sales, Customer Service, Tourism, Hospitality and Management

Leadership and Entrepreneurial Potential You have a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset, driven to lead - you don’t wait for instructions, you take the lead

Communication Excellence You have strong communication skills in English (other languages are a plus)

Proactive Attitude You work independently, solve problems, and take ownership

Agile Flexibility You are open to rotating across different locations and branches, you may also be asked to relocate in the UK

Mobility Readiness You hold a valid driver’s license and have at least 1 year of driving experience and 6 points or less

WHAT WE OFFER

Guaranteed Leadership Landing Role Upon successful program completion

Attractive Compensation Package Competitive base salary, performance-based bonus, and a company car

Exclusive Employee Benefits From discounted rentals and premium uniforms to in-service life assurance, support through the Employee Assistance Programme, an enhanced family friendly policy and the Yu Life wellbeing APP

Generous Time Off Enjoy 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Career Mobility & International Growth Opportunities across functions, cities, and even countries

Fast-track Leadership Development A structured 12-month program that sets you up for your first management role

Important to note

If you are successful in joining the programme it will begin on Tuesday December 15th

Please note: A guaranteed leadership position is offered upon successful completion of the programme. As these management opportunities are allocated based on business need, successful graduates must be willing to relocate anywhere within the United Kingdom. Relocation is an essential requirement of the programme and should be carefully considered before applying.

Additional Information

About us

We are a globally leading mobility service provider with a revenue of €4.3 billion and around 9,000 employees worldwide. Our mobility platform ONE combines our products SIXT rent (car rental), SIXT share (car sharing), SIXT ride (taxi, ride, and chauffeur services), and SIXT+ (car subscription), giving our customers access to our fleet of 360,000 vehicles, the services of 4,000 cooperation partners, and around 5 million drivers worldwide. Together with our franchise partners, we are present in more than 100 countries at 2,000 rental stations. At SIXT, top-tier customer experience and outstanding customer service are our highest priorities. We believe in true entrepreneurship and long-term stability and align our corporate strategy with foresight. Get started with us and apply now!