Management Trainee - Edinburgh

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.

YOUR MANAGEMENT CAREER PATH AT SIXT:

• 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.

• 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.

• Upon successful completion of the program, you will graduate into a leadership position. As these roles are based on business need, 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, or 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 happy to rotate across different locations and branches throughout the programme and understand that relocation anywhere within the UK is a requirement to secure your leadership placement upon successful graduation.
• Mobility Readiness – You hold a valid driver's license, have at least one year of driving experience, and have six points or fewer.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Attractive Compensation Package – Competitive base salary of £32,330 plus a premium company car from our fleet.
• 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 YuLife 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 your application is successful, you must be available to attend our Assessment Centre on Tuesday 25th August. The programme will begin on Monday 5th October.

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 €4.00 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 350,000 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 110 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!