Design & Technical Graduate

Design & Technical Graduate – Vistry Group

Our Graduate Design & Technical Pathway is the perfect place for aspiring Technical Managers, Architectural Technicians & Engineers or anyone with a natural interest in architecture, engineering or design. This pathway is tailored to expose you to key areas of the business that will develop you into a strong all‑rounder within the Technical field.

During the 18‑month programme you will rotate through the following areas:
Technical, Development, Commercial, Construction, Regional Finance, and Technical again. The programme starts and finishes within the Technical department at our Leicester office, beginning in September 2026. Successful completion offers the possibility of transition into the technical team.

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Car allowance or company car
• Up to 34 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 39 days with service
• 2 volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4× your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits

All we ask is that you have a relevant degree at 2:2 or above and possess a valid driver’s licence, as some travel will be required.

We recruit for potential and look for passionate, talented and committed people. We invest heavily in future talent and want to see you succeed, so have created a success profile to help you determine if Vistry Group is the right fit for you.

• Follow the pathway, completing all rotations to the best of your ability and meeting the targets set by each rotational supervisor.
• Take all learning opportunities presented through the programme, seeking ways to further develop and challenge yourself.
• Integrate into each team you work with, supporting them to achieve their goals and establishing meaningful professional relationships.
• Absorb the knowledge, expertise and advice given by our teams, asking questions to develop your understanding.
• Contribute to continuous development within Vistry by being proactively involved in key business initiatives, projects and launches. Offer ideas and suggestions where opportunities are identified.
• Be an active member of the Vistry Graduate community, supporting peers and taking part in (occasionally hosting) quarterly Graduate meetings, attending masterclasses and professional development opportunities.
• Act as an advocate for careers in construction, representing Vistry Future Talent at careers events, fairs and other engagement opportunities.
• Serve as a buddy to new graduates, ensuring they are supported through their learning journey.
• Commit to completing further study, qualifications and accreditations as appropriate.
• Engage positively with leaders and support system throughout the programme, regularly meeting to discuss progress and identify development focus areas.
• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality.

“Being part of Vistry’s Graduate Programme has been an eye‑opening and encouraging experience. The rotational scheme gave me the chance to build strong connections across diverse departments and immerse myself in every stage of the process. This experience has laid the foundation for my growth in Design & Technical.” – Olivia Tibbles, Design & Technical Graduate.

We build more than homes; we’re building Vistry. As a responsible developer and award‑winning employer we live each day through our ethos of doing the right thing. Our values are Integrity, Caring and Quality. We primarily develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing, working in a partnership‑led way. Our renowned brands include Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works and Vistry Services, we are a proud UK Green Building Council member and a top five house builder with a five‑star House Builders Federation customer satisfaction rating.

We are also winners of many awards, including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.