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Sewell Group

Sewell Group

With bases across the North of England, we’re a diverse group of businesses with a shared sense of purpose. United by our culture and driven by a desire to enrich people’s lives and make the world a better place. Whether you shop in one of our retail stores, commission us to look after your building, or work with our consultants on a strategic business case, you’ll soon see why people like doing business with us. Sewell Group is made up of two distinct parts – our Estates collective and our Retail arm. Both very different, but both driven by the same desire to leave a legacy in the communities where they work. Find our offices in: Hull | East Yorkshire | Leeds | Stockton | Nottingham | Manchester

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Sewell Group

Management Trainee

Sewell Group

Kingston upon Hull, UK

This entry-level estate operations and corporate facilities management scheme focuses on rotational business training, commercial administration, and operational workflows.Role OverviewAs a Management Trainee at Sewell Facilities Management, you’ll spend time working with teams across the business to build a solid understanding of how facilities management operates in practice. This role gives you the chance to get involved in day‑to‑day activity, support ongoing work, and see how different functions contribute to delivering a great service for our customers.You’ll take part in team meetings, shadow colleagues, and gradually take on tasks that help you develop confidence and capability. By working closely with a range of teams, you’ll gain a clear picture of the roles, processes, and responsibilities that make up the FM industry.This opportunity is open to graduates and to individuals who are motivated to build a career in facilities management. If you’re proactive, willing to learn, and interested in how buildings and services are managed, this role offers a strong starting point.Key ResponsibilitiesShadowing team members across Sewell Facilities Management, to gain understanding of all business functions.Taking part in role and department related training to support development and future role progression.Taking on general responsibilities as business understanding and knowledge grows.Carrying out administrative operations tasks to support the needs of the business as required.Training Programme AreasCustomer CareThe Management Trainee will initially sit as part of the Customer Care Team to ensure they understand how we support our customers day to day, communicate clearly and coordinate a range of tasks.CommercialWorking alongside our team of Commercial and Assistant Commercial Managers the Management Trainee will gain a detailed grounding in all commercial aspects of the Facilities Management business.Business SystemsWorking alongside our Systems Manager, you’ll gain hands‑on experience with our Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) system, which underpins how we manage data, tasks, and performance.OperationsWorking as part of a team of Facilities Managers, the Management Trainee will gain an understanding of the delivery and customer facing part of the business. This will include time working in the office but also at some of the client site locations and time shadowing the mobile Engineers.RequirementsAs well as exhibiting the Sewell Behaviours of being Positive, Professional, Team and Customer Focused, with a mentality of Doing the Right Thing, the successful person will have the following:Essential:Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to changing priorities and tasksExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with individuals at all levelsProven ability to work collaboratively within a team, actively contributing ideas and supporting team membersSelf-motivated and proactive approach to work, with a willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilitiesWillingness to work across different teams and business units, embracing diversity, new experiences and learning opportunitiesDemonstrated professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to upholding our company behaviours and valuesComputer literate, with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, in particular Outlook, Word and ExcelA full, valid UK driving licence and own transportWhy start your career with Sewell Facilities Management?Personalised programme intended to give exposure to all aspects our Facilities Management business, our vision and our valuesRegular reviews to track your development and progress and identify opportunities for further training and improvement to help you on your career pathInternal training and development opportunities through leadership workshops, personal development skills, management training and learning lunchesSewell is an equal opportunities employer, recruiting within the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010. We are committed to the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity, as an employer and in the delivery of our products and services. As a committed safe employer, an enhanced DBS (criminal record) check will be carried out for this roleBenefitsCompetitive Salary, Dependent on experienceAnnual Bonus opportunity25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), rising with length of service to 30 daysBeing a Co-Owner of Sewell Estates, learn more here: Auto Enrolment pensionStaff discountsHigh Street & Retail discount schemesBike 2 Work SchemeTechnology SchemePaid Parental Leave and Sickness Absence schemes

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Sewell Group

Management Trainee

Sewell Group

Kingston upon Hull, UK

This entry-level estate operations and corporate facilities management scheme focuses on rotational business training, commercial administration, and operational workflows.Role OverviewAs a Management Trainee at Sewell Facilities Management, you’ll spend time working with teams across the business to build a solid understanding of how facilities management operates in practice. This role gives you the chance to get involved in day‑to‑day activity, support ongoing work, and see how different functions contribute to delivering a great service for our customers.You’ll take part in team meetings, shadow colleagues, and gradually take on tasks that help you develop confidence and capability. By working closely with a range of teams, you’ll gain a clear picture of the roles, processes, and responsibilities that make up the FM industry.This opportunity is open to graduates and to individuals who are motivated to build a career in facilities management. If you’re proactive, willing to learn, and interested in how buildings and services are managed, this role offers a strong starting point.Key ResponsibilitiesShadowing team members across Sewell Facilities Management, to gain understanding of all business functions.Taking part in role and department related training to support development and future role progression.Taking on general responsibilities as business understanding and knowledge grows.Carrying out administrative operations tasks to support the needs of the business as required.Training Programme AreasCustomer CareThe Management Trainee will initially sit as part of the Customer Care Team to ensure they understand how we support our customers day to day, communicate clearly and coordinate a range of tasks.CommercialWorking alongside our team of Commercial and Assistant Commercial Managers the Management Trainee will gain a detailed grounding in all commercial aspects of the Facilities Management business.Business SystemsWorking alongside our Systems Manager, you’ll gain hands‑on experience with our Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) system, which underpins how we manage data, tasks, and performance.OperationsWorking as part of a team of Facilities Managers, the Management Trainee will gain an understanding of the delivery and customer facing part of the business. This will include time working in the office but also at some of the client site locations and time shadowing the mobile Engineers.RequirementsAs well as exhibiting the Sewell Behaviours of being Positive, Professional, Team and Customer Focused, with a mentality of Doing the Right Thing, the successful person will have the following:Essential:Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to changing priorities and tasksExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with individuals at all levelsProven ability to work collaboratively within a team, actively contributing ideas and supporting team membersSelf-motivated and proactive approach to work, with a willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilitiesWillingness to work across different teams and business units, embracing diversity, new experiences and learning opportunitiesDemonstrated professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to upholding our company behaviours and valuesComputer literate, with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, in particular Outlook, Word and ExcelA full, valid UK driving licence and own transportWhy start your career with Sewell Facilities Management?Personalised programme intended to give exposure to all aspects our Facilities Management business, our vision and our valuesRegular reviews to track your development and progress and identify opportunities for further training and improvement to help you on your career pathInternal training and development opportunities through leadership workshops, personal development skills, management training and learning lunchesSewell is an equal opportunities employer, recruiting within the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010. We are committed to the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity, as an employer and in the delivery of our products and services. As a committed safe employer, an enhanced DBS (criminal record) check will be carried out for this roleBenefitsCompetitive Salary, Dependent on experienceAnnual Bonus opportunity25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), rising with length of service to 30 daysBeing a Co-Owner of Sewell Estates, learn more here: Auto Enrolment pensionStaff discountsHigh Street & Retail discount schemesBike 2 Work SchemeTechnology SchemePaid Parental Leave and Sickness Absence schemes

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