2026 Graduate Leadership Programme

Constellation Automotive Group – 18-month Graduate Leadership Programme

Location: National/Hybrid – you will hold a full UK driving license and be happy to travel with overnight stays as required

• Salary of £33,000
• Company car scheme and fuel card (or £2000 annual car allowance)
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
• Opportunity to experience a tailored learning pathway, addressing both business skills and personal development
• Starting mid-September 2026
• Open to new graduates and we’re also keen to hear from recent graduates seeking a career change

Ready to accelerate your career in the automotive industry?

Join our Graduate Leadership Programme at Constellation Automotive Group, the ‘backbone of the British car industry’. We’re looking for exceptional future leaders, and we’ll fast-track your development with hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure across our market-leading brands: webuyanycar, cinch, Marshall, and BCA UK.

Why us?

• Industry Leader: Work with the biggest name in automotive remarketing.
• Endless Opportunities: Gain exposure across the business with multiple rotations, such as operations, logistics, marketing, HR, procurement, and data analytics.
• Accelerated Growth: A structured programme designed to develop future leaders.
• Real Impact: Contribute to projects that drive innovation and efficiency.
• Mentorship and Graduate Network: Guided development from senior leaders, and collaborate with your peers.

What development can I expect?

• Leadership and management skills
• Presentation and communication expertise
• Project management experience
• Personal development and career clarity

What are we looking for?

• Minimum 2:1 degree, or predicted if graduating in 2026
• Have permission to work in the UK, without the need for sponsorship
• Hold a full driving license - placements will take place in locations across the UK, from Bridgwater to Edinburgh, so you’ll need to be comfortable with travel and frequent overnight stays
• A tenacious, proactive, and resilient aspiring leader who can learn to navigate the fast-paced and ever-changing automotive industry
• A strong communicator, who builds relationships with stakeholders and can collaborate with and influence others, ideally with demonstrable skills from customer-focused work experience
• A strategic thinker and problem solver, who is also ready to pitch in and get hands-on when required

What’s the application process?

1. Apply online with your CV.
2. If successful, you’ll be sent a link to complete a video screen to share your motivations and knowledge of our business.
3. Shortlisted candidates will then have an online interview.
4. Final stage: Attend an assessment centre at one of our sites (expenses refunded), meet business leaders, current graduates, and alumni, and experience our culture first-hand.

This is your opportunity to stand out, make an impact, and accelerate your career with a market leader. If you’re ready to take on the challenge, apply now.

Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or disability.