Graduate Trainee - Commercial

Company Overview

TT Electronics is looking for enthusiastic and ambitious graduates to join our Commercial Graduate Programme, a brand‑new, two‑year scheme designed to accelerate your development and set you up for a meaningful, long‑term career in business development and sales.

Starting in September 2026, based at our manufacturing facility in Barnstaple, Devon, this programme puts you right at the heart of our manufacturing operations. From day one you will gain hands‑on experience in inside sales and customer account management.

Through a series of structured rotations across inside sales and new business development you will build a strong commercial foundation while taking on real responsibility. You will learn how we use our CRM to manage opportunities and insights, contribute to the monthly reporting cycle and develop your market awareness through regional workshops and hands‑on collaboration. You will also gain exposure to bid preparation and, as your confidence grows, begin owning opportunities within the new business sales funnel.

Upon successful completion of the two‑year scheme you will have the opportunity to progress into a permanent role at TT Electronics.

At TT, we’re committed to developing our graduates into leading technical professionals. From day one you will be assigned a dedicated site buddy and functional mentor, giving you the guidance you need to thrive.

Alongside role‑specific training you will receive professional membership and support obtaining relevant certifications, providing industry recognition, access to learning resources and publications, networking and event opportunities, and enabling volunteering that enhances both your experience and professional profile. Depending on your chosen career path we will also fully fund and support you with your professional accreditation.

At TT Electronics, we’re proud of our values‑driven culture. Collaboration, innovation and integrity shape everything we do. You’ll be part of a business that believes in doing the right thing – for our people, our customers and our environment.

• Benefit from carefully designed rotations
• Earn a competitive, progressive salary
• Gain professional body membership
• Have the full support of a personal buddy and functional mentor
• Be given exposure to senior leaders
• Participate in industry events and trade shows
• Take an active role in a sustainability or CSR project that makes a difference in our local communities

We’re open to graduates from STEM or business‑related degree backgrounds who are:

• Curious, proactive and eager to learn
• Great communicators and team players
• Passionate about innovation, people and sustainability
• Excited by the opportunity to make an impact in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

An annual starting salary of £30,000 with pay increments every 6 months.

Quarterly site incentive plan, Sharesave Scheme and Company pension scheme – up to 7% employer contribution. Life assurance, free onsite car parking.

Health & Wellbeing package includes company discounts, 4‑Day working week, 25 days’ annual leave calculated in hours plus bank holidays, Healthcare Cashback Plan, EAP, Discounted gym membership and cycle‑to‑work scheme.

Inclusive Environment:
Active charity committee and paid volunteering hours; dedicated Armed Forces policy supporting Cadet Volunteers, Reservists, Veterans and service families.

Personal and Professional Development:
Personalised development plan, site buddy and functional mentor. TT Electronics is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and encourages applications from under‑represented groups.

Step 1:
Online application – set up your candidate profile and apply using your CV. You will answer a small number of application questions relevant to the role. The closing date for applications is the 28th of February 2026. After the closing date the recruitment team will review applications and aim to respond within 2…