Management Trainee

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

British American Tobacco Germany has an exciting opportunity for International Management Trainees in Marketing (m/f/d) in Hamburg

What’s it about?

As an International Management Trainee in Marketing, you will have the unique opportunity to lay the foundation for a successful and internationally oriented career. In this 24-month programme, you will work on cross-functional and cross-market projects within Central Europe as BAT’s second largest area, including the end markets Germany, Poland, Austria, Switzerland, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic, and the Baltics.

Starting Salary: 55.800 + annual bonus

Start Date: Flexible – ideally October-December 2024

Language Skills: Fluency in German & English is a must

Location: Hamburg

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Gather exciting experiences from different rotations within Marketing department (e.g. Digital, E-Commerce, Offline Activation, Brand or Trade Marketing) in our German headquarters in Hamburg
• Learn how to develop brand strategies, implement and monitor marketing campaigns, juggle various channels across our area and much more to ensure our long-term success
• Build your network beyond national borders with an international rotation in our offices abroad such as Warsaw, Vienna, Lausanne, or Prague
• Plan your career together with one of our senior leaders as your individual coach, who will guide you through the programme and commits to help you grow on a professional and personal level
• Help us shape our Marketing agenda and strategy to transform our business and contribute your own ideas on projects that make us best in class and drive forward our various brands like Lucky Strike, Pall Mall and Dunhill as well as our new category brands glo, Vuse and VELO
• Drive your learning curve by working cross-functionally and managing different stakeholders from peers to senior managers
• Get to know our sales business from scratch with a rotation in our Field Force

What are we looking for?

•  Fluency in German and English is a must
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, e.g. in Marketing, Business Administration, International Management or Communications
• First functional experience as an intern or working student (min. 4 months)
• International experience, e.g. through a semester or internship abroad (min. 4 months)
• A courageous and passionate personality with strong communicative, conceptual and analytical skills
• Strong international career aspirations and mobility
• A sound leadership mindset

What we offer you?

• A range of attractive benefits such as full subsidy of the ‘Deutschland-Ticket’, discounts with fitness centers and Corporate Benefits, diverse online and offline training and development opportunities to nurture your functional & leadership development, and so much more.
• The possibility to flexibly shape your working hours – remotely or at the office.
• Probably one of the best offices in Hamburg’s city center with a breathtaking Alster view, providing a state-of-the-art working environment and a dedicated Oasis area to switch off and celebrate successes together in regular after works and office parties.
• The opportunity to shape the transformation of an entire industry, we prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here. Find out more by visiting our Hamburg career page.
• A comprehensive onboarding programme to understand our business, meet our Area Leadership Team and deep dive into the BAT culture
• An international rotation to boost your career
• An individual career development plan built together with your personal coach with the prospect of a management position after successful completion of the trainee programme, regular feedback to help you grow personally and professionally, and an open and appreciative working environment with experienced colleagues who will help you build a strong business network
• The opportunity to network with other BAT Trainees through various Young Talent events

Our application process

• Submit your CV in English via our online career page - feel free to already upload your uni certificates & work references if you have them on hand
• You will then receive an invitation to our online testing tool
• After successful screening we want to get to know you better in a telephone interview
• In the final recruiting stage, we will invite you to participate in an assessment center taking place in October/November 2024

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Christina Kelling via ce-talent@bat.com.

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions. Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture). Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.