Operations Graduate Programme - North; Compass One

Run large complex operations. Lead teams to make a real difference. Build your future in purpose led sectors. We’re not your average service provider. We’re a fully integrated service brand operating in some of the UK’s most complex and high‑impact environments - from hospitals and defence sites to retail, aerospace and government, supporting global brands. We bring together food services, retail, technology and essential support functions under one smart, connected model to create safer spaces, smarter services and market‑leading experiences for people and communities.

Think:

• Frictionless, tech‑driven retail
• High‑quality food and facilities in hospitals
• Defence‑grade operations
• Sustainability, innovation and social value at the core

What we do improves safety, efficiency and everyday experiences for staff, communities and customers – and we’re just getting started.

Our two‑year Operations Graduate Programme is built for people who want responsibility early, variety fast, and progression that actually means something. You’ll rotate every six months, gaining hands‑on experience across sectors like:

• Healthcare
• Aerospace
• Retail & Brands
• Digital Implementation

You won’t just observe – you’ll run services, lead teams, manage projects and solve real problems from day one.

This is a proper, hands‑on role. You’ll:

• Run day‑to‑day operations on live sites
• Plan and deliver hospitality, retail and support service projects
• Manage stock, budgets and financial performance
• Own health & safety and quality standards
• Work directly with clients and customers
• Lead and motivate teams

Go beyond a single site. As a Regional Mobilisation Manager across the retail sector, you’ll support multiple locations, mobilising new units (partner franchise and proprietary brands) and conversions through planning, ope rationalising and setting up of all new contracts working with key stakeholders to support in assigning key duties and tracking actions.

Step into a Transformation & Client Engagement Manager role for this iconic global brand responsible for facilitating and driving change initiatives. This role acts as a bridge between leadership and operational teams, ensuring that assigned transformation projects are implemented effectively and deliver the intended benefits. Responsible for nurturing and maintaining strong relationships between the business and the clients दर्शन.

The role of Project Manager at this large teaching hospital and research centre in Cambridge will provide hands‑on experience of what it takes to deliver safe, compliant, high‑performance services where precision, trust and resilience matter most.

You’ll work with our Support Services team as Digital Implementation Manager, helping shape our tech‑enabled Castle, using insight, data and digital technologies to influence strategy, innovation and growth. The role is aligned to operations to implement technology to significantly improve efficiency and Character. Expect a mix of site‑based work, hybrid work and travel across the region so you must have a clean UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

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• Lead frontline teams and projects
• Learn directly from experienced managers
• Deliver projects that make a visible impact
• Solve real operational challenges
• Work alongside senior leaders
• Understand how decisions on paper affect people on the ground Anti‑Glitches

You don’t need a specific degree – just the right mindset. We’re looking for potential, not a perfect CV. A recent graduate (within the last two years), any degree discipline.

• Curious, driven, adaptable, and ready to lead
• Interested in operations, people and problem‑solving
• Confident, comfortable with change, challenge and relocation
• Organised, proactive and solutions‑focused

Our graduates are on permanent contracts from day one, we welcome applications from candidates who have their own right…