Graduate Manager Placement Programme - Pareto : Job Details

Job Title: Graduate Management Placement Programme, 12 months - start dates across June-September 2025

Location: Wilmslow

Pareto is the UK's largest and most successful graduate assessment, placement and training organisation. Market leaders in our field, we've pioneered an innovative approach and a unique philosophy toward sales recruitment, training and development. This is not your typical recruitment role or placement scheme! You'll enjoy extensive training and exposure as part of this Programme, coming away with an invaluable year in industry.

At Pareto we pride ourselves in going further. With access to some of the leading business to business sales and tech organisations in the UK, US and Europe, we are trusted to find them the very best talent that there is to offer.

With start dates this month, we have plenty of opportunities available! As a Graduate Manager you'll learn the business from the ground up as an integral member of our product delivery team.

Key Perks:

• A competitive basic salary of £22k
• Fantastic uncapped commission taking your total earnings higher!
• Access to our industry recognised training modules
• Fantastic progression opportunities
• Lucrative bonus and incentive schemes
• Regular nights out/social events, charity events, sports teams and in-office event
• Fun, collaborative office environment

Role:

Following your initial induction and training on Pareto and our processes, your typical day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Recruiting a variety of potential graduates for our own assessment centres, or for bespoke client projects
• Evaluating the relevance and potential of candidates through telephone screening and virtual interviews
• Preparing and coaching candidates through the process, including making regular contact with them to ensure their best chance of success at Assessment stage
• Assist the running of our competency based Assessment Centres, including preparation, the assessment of candidates and directing the events (Initially virtual, with some F2F returning when possible)

During your time as a Graduate Manager, you will learn about the different sides of Pareto and engage with all areas of the business with a view to your progression. You'll be keen to help develop others, whilst retaining a competitive edge.

About you:

• At University, working towards a degree and looking for a year in industry, placement or internship
• Comfortable working in a target-driven environment
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Competitive and self-motivated
• A strong desire to succeed
• Personable and confident dealing with a range of individuals at every level of business
• Adaptable and willing to learn new skills and challenge yourself when needed

Pareto is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from all, irrespective of background or circumstance. Our consultants are happy to discuss any adjustments you require in support of your application.