Graduate Manager

Job Ref: AM15278

Branch: Doubletree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport

Location: Doubletree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh

Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 40

Posted date: 30/03/2026

Closing date: 02/05/2026

Program Overview

Klarent Hospitality are excited to announce we are now accepting applications for our Klarent Graduate Manager Programme 2026! This programme is a 2‑year experience aiming to develop future hospitality leaders. Your 2 years will be spent in two different properties in the UK/Ireland, developing your knowledge of hotel operations, group support functions, commercial awareness and leadership skills. You will receive coaching from industry experts and be mentored by senior management giving extensive personal and professional development. Your innovation and curiosity will be essential in supporting us to implement key business projects to drive the future direction of the company.

“A structured, high impact pathway into management, Klarent Hospitality’s Graduate Programme fast‑tracks the next generation of hospitality leaders” – Erin Cooper, Klarent Graduate of the Year 2025.

Person Requirements

• Thrives in a fast‑paced hospitality environment, delivering first class service across Food & Beverage and Front Office
• Have an insight into the exciting world of hospitality and be passionate in delivering an exceptional experience to our guests
• Be willing to work and live anywhere in the UK/Ireland and be prepared to relocate at the end of the first year of the programme
• Have a degree, or in the process of gaining a degree in a hotel/leisure/tourism discipline by September 2026
• Ready to start in September 2026

Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK/Ireland for the full duration of the programme.

Benefits

• Amazing discounts on food, drink and accommodation throughout the group
• Huge opportunities for learning, development and progression
• Excellent rates for friends and family
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free use of the Leisure Club where applicable
• Long Service Awards
• Recognition Awards – including Graduate of Year
• Refer a friend bonus
• Annual social events
• Free parking where applicable
• Staff meals on duty

Application Process

As part of our selection process, shortlisted candidates will complete a short pre‑recorded video interview before being invited to a Graduate Assessment Centre in Glasgow (20th May 2026) or London (24th June 2026).

At Klarent, we pride ourselves on Inspiring Leadership, Respect for our People, Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion and Encouraging Friendly Work Environments.

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