Meet Mubee, Employee Relations

What inspired you to choose a graduate programme?

I chose a graduate programme because it offered a unique opportunity to accelerate my development through structured learning, varied experiences, and exposure to different parts of the business. I wanted to build a broad business and professional foundation, develop a strong network, and gain hands-on experience while contributing to meaningful work. The programme provided the breadth of experience and support that helped shape my career and ultimately led me to my current role in Employee Relations.

Are there any highlights or pivotal moments that stand out?

One project that particularly stands out was an exercise assessing future IT Hardware requirements across the business. It gave me the opportunity to contribute beyond my university background and take on responsibility in a different area of the business. It’s especially rewarding to see that work materialise into the laptop refresh programme, which is providing colleagues with new, high-performing laptops.

Knowing that a project I led during my graduate programme has contributed to an initiative that continues to benefit employees across the organisation is something I’m particularly proud of.

I also really enjoyed being involved in Emerging Talent outreach activities. Speaking to students and prospective graduates about the company pushed me outside my comfort zone and significantly boosted my confidence. It is good to see some of the students I interacted with and provided support to start at Rolls-Royce as graduates and interns.

What support has helped you develop?

Alongside supportive managers and colleagues, we were provided with dedicated career coaches and graduate buddies who helped guide us through the scheme. Having access to people who could offer advice, challenge my thinking, and share their own experiences was invaluable, particularly when navigating new roles and opportunities. This gave me the confidence to take on new challenges and make the most of the opportunities available.

What does a typical week look like?

No two weeks are exactly the same, but my time is typically split between working in the office as well as working from home. A large part of my role involves collaborating with colleagues across the business, so being in the office is important for building relationships and working through complex issues. At the same time, hybrid working allows me to manage my workload effectively and maintain a healthy work-life balance. There is a strong culture of trust, where the focus is on delivering outcomes while providing employees with the flexibility to work in a way that suits both the business and their personal commitments. It’s a level of flexibility that I really value and one of the reasons I’ve enjoyed building my career here.

What happened at the end of your graduate programme?

At the end of my graduate programme, I transitioned into my substantive role in Employee Relations. In my current role, I work closely with senior leaders and HR colleagues, providing advice and support on complex employee relations matters. The graduate programme provided the foundation, but my responsibilities have evolved from supporting and learning to leading, coordinating, and delivering outcomes.

It’s reassuring to know that the learning and development continue long after the scheme finishes. I feel positive and confident about my future career because there is still plenty of opportunity to grow and develop within the organisation.

Are there any common misconceptions you’d like to address?

If I could challenge one misconception, it would be that graduates spend most of their time observing rather than contributing. In my experience, you’re given real responsibility and trusted to make a meaningful impact much earlier than people might expect.

I’d also say that it’s completely normal not to know exactly what career path you want to take when you join. The beauty of a graduate programme is that it gives you exposure to different experiences, people, and opportunities, which helps you find what excites you most.