Commercial Graduate Programme

Commercial Graduate Programme

At EDF UK success is personal. We don’t define it, you do. Join our Commercial Graduate Programme and you’ll achieve your career goals in the way you want to. All while contributing to our mission to help Britain achieve Net Zero. 

"As Britain’s biggest generator of zero-carbon electricity, I wanted to join EDF and help their efforts to provide clean, affordable and secure energy to everyone. EDF and their partners are ideally placed to help Britain achieve Net Zero by 2050."  Sandy, Commercial Graduate 

What does this Graduate opportunity offer you?

You’ll embark on a two-year training programme and get involved in our mission to help our customers save cash and carbon. By offering innovative solutions from Smart homes through to electric vehicles, we’re empowering customers to lead a low-carbon lifestyle/reduce their carbon footprint and enable the UK to achieve net zero.

Throughout your time with us, you’ll learn from our experts, gain valuable experience, build your confidence, and develop your commercial focus, helping you to decide where you’d like to specialise in the future.

Our previous Commercial graduates have gone on to become senior managers and leaders within the organisation.

Pay, benefits and culture

Alongside a starting salary of £35,000 and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include a range of benefits, from the big and formal to the small and personal.

We’re talking about everything from electric vehicle leasing to gym membership, health insurance to product discounts, critical illness insurance to technology vouchers, season ticket loans to enhanced parental leave.

At EDF UK, we embrace flexibility while recognising that everyone's working needs are different. Whether you're in our office spaces, on site, or working remotely, we promote an environment that supports collaboration, connection, and comfort. No matter where you are, our priority is to make sure you feel safe, valued, and celebrated. 

Here, we do right by each other and everyone’s welcome. We’re on an action-oriented journey, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, the LGBTQ+ community, people with a disability and colleagues from a disadvantaged background. 

We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments. 

We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our team members drive fresh thinking and innovation. We understand that success means different things to different people. There’s no single definition — it's about individuality. That’s why we give you the freedom to pursue a career that’s unique to you. Because success is personal.

Training, development, and support for you 

We’re passionate about your development and offer a tailored training path that will help develop your skills, knowledge, and behaviours, both during the scheme and in your future career. Whether it’s analysing market forces or trading decisions, identifying risks and opportunities on our digital channels, or leading your own team of Energy Specialists, we’ll support you along the way.

You’ll also have mentors and industry experts to give you endless advice as you progress through the scheme!

Head to www.edfenergy.com/careers/graduates for more information about the scheme structure, our culture and Graduate life at EDF.

Your work location 

Throughout the programme, you’ll have the chance to work from a number of our UK sites, immersing yourself in the diversity of our business. We’ve got you covered with practical and financial support every step of the way. Wherever you’re based, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate, network and learn. 

We value work-life balance and understand the importance of personal lives, which is why we offer a supportive environment that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally. With ample opportunities to network and learn, this journey promises to be one you'll cherish. 

Who you are

To join our team, you’ll need a 2:2 Bachelor’s Degree (obtained or expected) in any field. 

We’re looking for strong commercial understanding, analytical abilities, communication skills and a talent for leadership. You’ll need to be able to adapt quickly to new challenges and thrive in fast-paced environments. A passion for working in a customer-focused environment and willing to take ownership and work collaboratively to problem-solve are crucial as well.

Our Virtual Assessment Centre will take place on Wednesday 13th November 2024.

For more information on the programme structure, our culture, and life as a graduate at EDF, visit www.edfenergy.com/careers/graduates.

Closing Date 

We’ll close this advert when we’ve received interest from the desired number and calibre of candidates. 

Join us and we’ll help Britain achieve Net Zero - together.