At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Graduate Commercial Programme and gain hands-on experience in sales and business development.
- Company: MGF, a leading provider in the construction industry with a focus on talent development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, structured training, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive culture with clear pathways for growth and professional qualifications.
- Why this job: Launch your career with industry-leading training and real impact in the construction sector.
- Qualifications: Degree in any discipline, strong communication skills, and a proactive mindset.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
Launch Your Career with MGF
Are you an ambitious graduate looking to build a successful career in sales, business development, and the construction industry? MGF is recruiting Graduate Technical Sales to join our UK sales team as part of a structured development programme designed to develop the next generation of sales professionals. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on commercial experience, receive industry-leading training, and build a long-term career with one of the UK's leading providers of temporary works and shoring solutions.
At MGF, careers are built, not just jobs filled. As a proud member of The 5% Club, we're committed to developing future talent through structured learning, mentoring, professional qualifications, and genuine career progression opportunities.
The Opportunity
This programme has been designed to give graduates exposure to both the commercial and technical aspects of the business. Working alongside experienced sales professionals, you'll develop an understanding of:
- Building and managing customer relationships
- Business development and new customer acquisition
- Account and project management
- Technical sales and solution-based selling
- Construction projects and temporary works solutions
- CRM systems and sales planning
- Commercial decision-making and customer account growth
You'll spend time learning different areas of the business, including sales, operations, engineering, and depot functions, giving you a well-rounded understanding of how MGF supports customers across the construction sector. As your confidence and experience grow, you'll take increasing ownership of customer relationships, projects, and business development activities within your region.
Your Development
At MGF, we invest heavily in developing our people. You'll benefit from:
- Comprehensive onboarding and induction programme
- Structured sales and commercial training
- Ongoing coaching and mentoring from experienced professionals
- Personal development planning and regular career reviews
- Opportunity to complete a Level 4 Sales Executive Apprenticeship
- Access to industry-recognised qualifications and professional development
- Exposure to technical and commercial teams across the business
- Clear progression pathways across sales, commercial, operational and leadership functions
With over 40 years of industry success, MGF offers an environment where ambitious individuals can build rewarding long-term careers.
About You
We're looking for graduates with the right attitude, ambition, and willingness to learn. You'll likely have:
- A degree in any discipline
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Confidence, curiosity, and a proactive mindset
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills
- A commercial interest in sales and business development
- The ability to build trust and credibility with customers
- Ambition to develop a long-term career
Previous sales experience is not required. We're interested in your potential, attitude, and desire to succeed.
Essential Requirements
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Willingness to travel within your region when required
What's In It For You?
- Company Car
- 22 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
- Structured graduate development programme
- Professional qualifications and training opportunities
- Mentoring from experienced industry professionals
- Genuine long-term career progression
- Opportunity to work for a market-leading UK business
- Supportive and collaborative culture focused on developing people
Build Your Future with MGF
If you're looking for a graduate opportunity that combines professional development, commercial exposure, technical learning, and long-term career progression, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and begin your career journey with MGF.
Graduate Commercial Programme (Construction Industry) employer: MGF
MGF is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a structured graduate programme that combines hands-on experience with industry-leading training in the construction sector. Located in Castleford, Yorkshire, MGF fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture, providing clear pathways for career progression and access to professional qualifications, ensuring that ambitious graduates can build rewarding long-term careers with one of the UK's leading providers of temporary works and shoring solutions.
