Lidl GB
Marketing Graduate Programme

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Summary
£40,000 pro rata* | 23 month Fixed Term Contract | 30 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount
At Lidl, everyone who works here brings something unique to the table, it’s something we really value, but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re curious, collaborative, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.
Just like you.
Are you ready to launch your marketing career? Our Marketing function is passionate about delivering outstanding and creative campaigns, that deliver against our Brand House and company objectives.
Our teams create campaigns that turn people into customers, and customers into fans. We demonstrate how we add value to our customers' lives, we understand it’s not just a Parkside drill, it’s the start of building a home, it’s not just a tasty, British roast, it’s family traditions, or it’s not just a croissant, it’s the inspiration for a designer handbag. Launch your career from day one! We prove that at Lidl, there is More to Value, making this the perfect launchpad for you.
Building your future from the ground up, we strive for distinctiveness to advocate our point of difference, across everything from signage and leaflets in store, to social media, PR and TV campaigns you see at home.
The process
The process will also include a video interview and face-to-face assessment centre held in our Head Office in Tolworth 10/12/2026. We look forward to receiving your application.
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.
Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What you'll do
The Marketing Graduate Programme will take you through an intense, demanding but incredibly rewarding two years of structured development across the marketing department. The marketing department is responsible for the execution and management of all activity that runs across all paid and owned channels. Including, but not limited to, in-store posters, the leaflet, social and above the line advertising.
Across each team, you will work alongside and feed into our in-house production and creative team, who design, artwork and create everything from stills to moving images and beautiful photography.
What you'll need
- Achieved or 2:2 or higher in a Bachelor's Degree
- Are eligible to work in the UK on a full-time basis and able to provide proof when required
- Are you able to commute/relocate within a reasonable commute to our Head Office in Tolworth, South West London
- Experience working within a marketing-based role is advantageous
- Passion for working as part of a team and ability to work independently
- Desire to learn, develop and challenge yourself in a demanding and dynamic environment
- A naturally analytical mind-set with plenty of common sense
- Attention to detail
- Entrepreneurial flair, adaptable and highly driven
- Decisive and able to cope with the pressure of demanding targets and deadlines
- Communicates confidently and effectively
- German language skills desirable but not essential


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What you'll receive
- 30 days holiday (pro rata)
- 10% in-store discount
- Pension scheme
- Free on-site gym
- 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.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you’re ready to get stuck in, begin your professional journey and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.
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