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What you’ll be doing
If you share our passion for great food, you can expect a wide range of opportunities, development and support throughout our HR Graduate Programme, helping you build the skills, knowledge and confidence to grow your career in HR. Programme. Our three-year HR Graduate Programme offers comprehensive experience across both factory and central HR functions, providing you with a well-rounded understanding of the people agenda and preparing you for future senior HR roles
· Generalist HR and HR processes
· People reporting, data and analytics
· Understanding business priorities and challenges
· Using data effectively to inform decision-making
· Communication and relationship-building
· Stakeholder management
· Research, analysis and problem-solving
We expect your first six months to be spent within our People Services team, where you will develop a strong foundation in HR processes and practices. You will then move into operational learning, building your experience and preparing you for your second year in Operational HR which will be based at one of our manufacturing sites across the UK
In your third year, you will gain valuable experience within our Central People and Rewards teams, broadening your understanding of the wider people strategy and developing your expertise across key areas of HR.
Throughout the programme, you will be given opportunities to take on activities and projects designed to stretch your knowledge, challenge your thinking and support your continued development.
What’s next:
Once you have submitted your online application, it will be reviewed to ensure you meet the required criteria. If you meet all the requirements and are selected to progress, you will move on to Stages 2 and 3: an automated online video interview and online aptitude testing.
Once both stages have been completed and reviewed, successful candidates will progress to the final stage: an in-person assessment day, held at one of our sites or another designated venue.
About the Company
Why Greencore?
Greencore is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of convenience food, with over 100 years of experience and a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
Every day, our food reaches millions of consumers through the UK's major retailers and foodservice providers. With over 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and US, we're investing in the talent, expertise and capabilities that will help shape our next century of success.
We're already home to some of the best talent in the industry. From operations, manufacturing and engineering to technical, commercial and central functions, our colleagues have the opportunity to learn from each other, develop their skills and build rewarding careers in a business where they can make a real impact.
Many of our leaders and specialists started their careers with Greencore - developing future talent is an important part of how we continue to grow and succeed as a business. That’s why our graduate, undergraduate and apprenticeship programmes are so important, giving talented young people the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, learn from experienced colleagues and take the first steps towards a rewarding career with us.
What do you need?
What we’re looking for
· Degree: Achieved or expected to achieve at least a 2:2+ honours degree in any discipline but with a preference towards Human Resources, Psychology, Business Management/Administration…
· Experience: At least three months of relevant work experience or demonstrated experience as working as part of a team.
· Work Eligibility: Right to work in the UK for a minimum of 3 years from September 2025
· Motivation: A clear motivation to deepen knowledge of the food industry, with a desire to learn how Human Resources supports business success.
· Flexibility: Willingness to complete three 12-month placements at different locations across the UK (we will consider your preferences).
· Cultural Fit: Alignment with Greencore’s values and a strong fit for our organization.
· An ability to apply practical ideas and demonstrate your adaptability
· A curiosity to explore, learn and show initiative with an ability to demonstrate good attention to detail
At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better.
All placements are subject to successful right to work checks, and eligibility to work in the UK.
Join us and you'll get
What you’ll get in return
· You will work with an experienced line manager who will conduct regular performance reviews and support you through a skills checklist to ensure your development.
· Assuming everything progresses as planned, Greencore will assist you in identifying the right career opportunities upon completing your degree. This could include direct entry roles or positions within our Graduate programmes.
· From day one, you will take responsibility for your work area and personal development, with comprehensive on-the-job training provided.
Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
What’s next:
Once you have submitted your online application, it will be reviewed to ensure you meet the required criteria. If you meet all the requirements and are selected to progress, you will move on to Stages 2 and 3: an automated online video interview and online aptitude testing.
Once both stages have been completed and reviewed, successful candidates will progress to the final stage: an in-person assessment day, held at one of our sites or another designated venue.
