Our Graduate Area Manager Programme the future starts now

You’ve probably heard a lot about the Aldi Area Manager Graduate Programme by now - and if you’ve not then you’ve come to the right place. We want our graduates to bring the best version of themselves and in return we’ll reward them with a fantastic package - and the rumours are true, it includes a fully expensed car!

It requires dedication and determination but the results are so rewarding - whether that’s through your professional development, your growth as an individual or seeing your store teams thrive (and it’ll be your responsibility to inspire them!).

Throughout the year, you’ll learn the ins and outs of store life, before discovering what it takes to lead a group of £multi-million businesses. Afterwards? Well, it could be just the start of an exciting career full of amazing opportunities.

View our brochure

Discover more about how and why Aldi means more. Our brochure includes lots of profiles from Area Managers and Directors, so you can hear about real experiences and see where you fit in.

A year like no other

What you'll need

There’s a specific Aldi way of doing things, so we’re after people with the right mind set. We’re efficient and determined, but everyone pulls together and works in harmony. So have you got the Aldi attitude?

  • 96 UCAS POINTS OR 63 SCOTTISH HIGHERS (OR EQUIVALENT ON THE OLD TARIFF) FROM YOUR TOP 3 A-LEVELS/SCOTTISH HIGHERS (OR THE EQUIVALENT FROM OTHER RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS)

  • A 2:1 DEGREE IN ANY DISCIPLINE

  • A DRIVING LICENCE

  • THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Some of what we'll offer you

Where you will fit in

Our application process

Our application hints & tips

1) Online Application, You’ll need to complete an online application and various tests that will assess your judgement and analytical skills.
2) Video Application, Lights, camera, action. It’s all about you. This is a chance to impress us in a short video called ‘Who am I?’. Show us you’re a determined, charismatic leader who we couldn’t do without.
3) Online Test, You’ll be sent a link to complete an online psychometric test. This has been designed to measure your core skills and personal qualities, to see if we’re right for each other.
4) Group Assessment, If all goes well, you’ll be invited to a Group Assessment where you'll need to work as a team, but still let us know that you’ve done your homework about Aldi. We’re looking for your drive, professionalism and natural leadership skills. It’s a fair and consistent process, but make your presence known!
5) Final Interview, Well, you’re nearly there. If you’ve passed everything else, you’ll then have a final interview with the Regional Managing Director. So make sure you’re prepared!

Like what you’ve seen so far? Amazing! Let’s start your Aldi career today

As part of your application, we’ll ask you to confirm your preferred locations. Please note that if your location is not recruiting, we may ask you to consider your second preference.

The application window for our 2024/25 recruitment season is now OPEN.

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The future

You’re now a fully-fledged Area Manager, with complete control of your area. Most of your time will be spent visiting your stores and driving your teams to success. And you may even be offered an opportunity that offers even more than before through secondment opportunities!