Ready to Lead the Future of Logistics?
Join our Graduate Leadership Programme and discover how far your ambition can take you.
At XPO, we’re looking for bold, curious, and people-focused graduates to become our future leaders. If you think differently, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to make a real impact from day one — this is your launchpad.
What’s in it for you?
By joining our two-year programme, you'll gain hands-on experience in dynamic operational roles across the UK. You'll be given real responsibilities, receive first class support from your Learning & Development team, and be paired with a senior mentor who’ll support guide your career.
This is more than a graduate programme, it’s the start of your leadership journey. In fact, many of our former graduates now hold roles like Regional Transport Manager, General Manager, Account Director and even our current Managing Director began their journey on the graduate programme!
What will you be doing?
You’ll be stepping into a leadership role on each placement whether that be a Team Leader, Shift Manager or Warehouse Manager. You’ll have a team, daily accountabilities and exposure to everything you need to become a leader of the future. Every day will bring new challenges and opportunities.
You’ll be an integral part of the operation, with responsibilities that could include:
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-Running your own shift and leading your frontline teams
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-Working with the team to support the customer relationship and solving real-time issues
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-Working and supporting our drivers to overcome road or delivery point challenges *can you reword or add in a line re warehouse operations please
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-Supporting the wellbeing and performance of your team
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-Contributing to key projects in sustainability, continuous improvement, and new site launches
We’re looking for people who get stuck in and say yes to learning, challenges, and personal growth.
What you’ll gain:
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-Three 8-month placements across the UK, in leadership roles
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-A guaranteed job offer upon completion, tailored to your career aspirations
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-Exposure to international operations, with the opportunity to collaborate across Europe and the US
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-CPC Transport and Warehouse Manager qualifications
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-Leadership & Management training, including key skills like commercial awareness, coaching, managing challenging conversations, and more
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-Personalised development, including access to XPO University and training in areas you’re passionate about (e.g. becoming a Mental Health First Aider)
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-A network of graduate peers and senior stakeholders
Pay & Perks:
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-£28,000 starting salary, rising to £29,000 after 12 months
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-25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy more
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-A senior mentor, to support and guide you through this exciting journey
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-Travel, relocation & hotel support when moving placements
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-Access to a wide range of colleague perks:
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-Discounted car leasing
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-Wellbeing & medical benefits
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-High street discounts
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-Cycle-to-work scheme
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-Pension and more
What we’re looking for:
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-A graduate (from any discipline) with the right to work in the UK by your start date
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-A passion for logistics and operational excellence
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-A willingness to be mobile — placements are based across the UK so a driving licence is a must
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-A hands-on, can-do attitude and a desire to drive change
Applications close: 31st October 2025
If you’re ready to shape the future of logistics and your own career, apply now and become part of something big.
We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.
