We look for a 2:1 degree minimum, in any subject area. To give you a feel for the variety of disciplines we take on, recent graduates have come to us with degrees in everything from Business Studies and Geography, to Psychology and Real Estate. While we’re interested in a background relevant to our business – including construction – there’s something even more important. And that’s your personal qualities. Elsewhere on this site, we’ve explained how important it is for our changing organisation to attract, keep and develop the right sort of people – and you can even take a short, interactive quiz to see how well suited you are to our organisation.
- ‘Big picture focus’. You’re a well-rounded individual who has the initiative to make decisions, and the awareness to understand how these decisions will impact on the wider business.
- Commercial decision-making. You are able to think through the commercial consequences of your decisions, and can make choices which enhance margins and performance.
- Putting the customer first. You understand the importance of customers – both internal and external – and are always looking to meet and improve their experience.
- Engage others to deliver. You understand the importance of teamwork, the difference in team members, and the value of honest, open feedback. You can work easily with everyone to achieve objectives.
- Builds relationships. A confident communicator, you’re sensitive to other people’s views, but can present your own in a positive and persuasive manner. You’re comfortable in a range of social and professional situations.
- Focussed on success. Once you have an objective, you’ll work tirelessly to get there, thinking laterally, overcoming challenges, resolving issues – and delivering.
- Drives change and continuous improvement. You’re comfortable with change, can adapt positively to new challenges, and don’t mind stepping out of your comfort zone. Especially if it helps improve both our business, and you as a person.
You’ll also need a full driving licence, be willing and able to travel and relocate, and have the right to work permanently and legally in the UK.
If you're selected to participate in our telephone interview, you'll need to prepare - click here to download some helpful hints and tips!
MIGRANT WORKERS
Barratt Developments Plc does not hold a licence to sponsor under the United Kingdom Border Authority's new Points Based System (PBS). Regretfully therefore Barratt Developments Plc is unable to sponsor migrant candidates in respect of the Tier 2 (skilled) category of the PBS. For this reason Barratt Developments Plc cannot accept applications from migrants who require Tier 2 sponsorship or alternatively from migrants under the Tier 1 (Post Study) category as this only allows for a limited period of employment, following which an conversion to Tier 2 (skilled) must take place. Barratt Development Plc does however welcome and encourage applications from migrants who qualify under the Tier 1 (General) category of the PBS.