Business Graduate – Hotel Operations & Leadership
About the Opportunity
Are you a recent graduate looking to fast‑track your career in a dynamic, people‑centred industry? Our Business Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to develop into a future leader within the hotel sector. Over 18–24 months, you’ll rotate through key departments, gain hands-on operational experience, and contribute to strategic projects that shape how our hotel delivers exceptional guest experiences.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Work across core hotel functions such as Front Office, Food & Beverage, Rooms Division, Events, and Commercial.
- Take ownership of meaningful projects that drive service improvements, commercial performance, or operational efficiency.
- Develop leadership skills by supervising teams, supporting department managers, and contributing to daily operations.
- Analyse performance data, identify opportunities, and present recommendations to senior leaders.
- Be involved in guest experience initiatives, brand standards, and service innovation.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand the full scope of hotel operations.
What You’ll Gain
- Tailored development plan with structured rotations.
- Mentoring from senior leaders and exposure to decision‑making forums.
- Leadership and management training.
- A clear pathway into an operational leadership role upon programme completion.
- A chance to make a real impact in a hotel environment while building a long-term career.
Who This Programme Is For
This role is ideal for graduates seeking a career that’s hands‑on, people‑focused, commercial, and full of variety. Whether you’re excited by operations, guest experience, strategy, or leadership, our programme gives you the platform to explore and define your strengths.
Benefits
- Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
- Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
- Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
- Eye care
- Free legal & money advice
- Counseling sessions
- Hospital & death benefit plans
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
- Recipe ideas
- Advice on keeping active and healthy living
- Wellbeing podcasts and tv
- Breathing exercises
- 24/7 advice and support line
- Team reward & recognition
- Free meals on duty
- Free parking
What We’re Looking For
We’re open to all degree backgrounds — what matters most is your potential and mindset. You’ll thrive in this role if you:
- Have a passion for hospitality, people, and creating memorable experiences.
- Are curious, adaptable, and eager to learn across different areas of the business.
- Bring fresh ideas and aren’t afraid to challenge how things are done.
- Enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same.
- Communicate confidently and build strong relationships.
- Are motivated to grow into a leadership role.
Hotel
At LGH Hotels Management, it starts and ends with people, it’s at the heart of what we do. You’ll be partnering with our friendly and committed team of specialist hoteliers, who not only understand the industry, but have strong operational and commercial experience. We are here to deliver solutions, with fully flexible and tailored services to support our hotel teams who in turn will provide exceptional experiences for their guests.
About us
Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.
