Our Facilities Management team plays a vital role in keeping Lidl's estate running smoothly, ensuring our stores, warehouses and offices are safe, efficient and fit for the future. As part of our Real Estate department, you'll help manage the spaces that support millions of customers every week.
The Graduate programme allows you to rotate through key areas of our Real Estate operations, gaining hands-on experience in managing large projects, sustainability initiatives and compliance procedures. Learning how to keep our sites operational, cost-effective and support Lidl's ambitious growth plans. Over the course of the 23-month programme you'll develop the technical knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a fast-paced environment. From project planning to contractor management, you'll grow into a Real Estates and Project Management specialist.
If you're organised, solutions focused and ready to take on responsibility from day one, this is your chance to shape the spaces of one of the UK's fastest growing retailers. We look forward to your application.
The process will also include a video interview and face-to-face assessment centre held in our Head Office in Tolworth on 02/12/2026. We look forward to receiving your application.
What you'll do
Develop expertise and management capabilities
Spend time in our Supply Chain, Logistics, Real Estate, and other Head Office teams, giving you great all-round knowledge
Learn how a rapidly growing retail business operates from the ground up
Take on real project responsibility and make a tangible difference to our business
Gain exposure to a national Head Office Retail team and learn the market inside-out
Understand how a successful Head Office Retail team operates and what skills you need to thrive.
What you'll receive
10% in-store discount
Pro-rata holiday allowance
Enhanced professional development and mentoring
A unique opportunity to influence national operational initiatives and business-critical projects
Exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams across the business
Plus, more of the perks you deserve
*plus an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance.
You're Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.
If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.
Estate & Retail Operations Graduate Programme in London employer: Lidl
At Lidl, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member plays a vital role in delivering exceptional service. As a Cleaner, you'll enjoy competitive pay, generous holiday allowances, and a range of benefits designed to enhance your well-being, all while working in a fast-paced and rewarding atmosphere. With opportunities for training and development, Lidl is committed to helping you grow both personally and professionally in your career.
