Job Introduction
Are you an ambitious early careers professional looking to fast-track your career in commercial strategy, procurement, and supplier management? Do you have the drive, initiative, and entrepreneurial mindset to take on a leadership role in just two years? If so, Lincolnshire County Council’s Commercial Graduate Trainee Programme is the perfect launchpad for your future success via our progressive 2 year fixed term contract programme!
Why Join Us?
This is more than just an entry-level role; it’s a structured two-year development programme designed to nurture future commercial leaders. You will complete a six-month rotation across key areas of our Commercial team, gaining hands-on experience in:
- Market analysis and commercial strategy
- Procurement and tendering
- Contract negotiation and supplier management
- Policy development and business improvement projects
What We’re Looking For
We need high-energy, ambitious, and confident individuals ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment. To excel in this role, you should be:
- A degree holder (minimum 2:2) in any discipline - whether recently graduated or early in your career journey
- A natural problem solver and self-starter, eager to take initiative
- Able to demonstrate maturity, confidence, and commercial awareness
- Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and external partners
- Someone who thrives under pressure and enjoys challenging the status quo
What’s in It for You?
- A clear pathway to leadership – our goal is to develop you into a future manager within two years
- Exposure to real commercial projects with a tangible impact on Lincolnshire County Council
- A fully funded Level 7 ILM Certificate in Leadership and Management
- Mentorship and networking opportunities with senior leaders
- A competitive salary and excellent benefits package
Key Dates and How to Apply
- Closing date: 24th April
- Interviews: w/c 5th May 2025
- For an informal chat about the role, contact: Steven Campbell at steven.campbell@lincolnshire.gov.uk
This is your chance to join a dynamic team and gain invaluable commercial expertise that will set you apart in your career. If you’re ready to challenge yourself and grow, apply today.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
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