Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 12-month Brand Placement at Hilton's EMEA Headquarters in Watford.
- Gain hands-on experience in Brand Performance Support, Brand Management, or Luxury Brand roles.
- Receive a salary of £27,500 per annum, plus private healthcare and other benefits.
- Must be a current student undertaking a degree with a mandatory 12-month placement year.
- Applications close on Sunday 1st November 2026.
About the Role
Embark on a 12-month transformative journey at Hilton's Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Headquarters in Watford. This Corporate Placements Programme in the Brand Department offers structured learning, development opportunities, business support, and project ownership.
What You'll Experience
- Hands-on Operational Experience: Integrate into Team Hilton, connect with professionals, and gain insight into the Brand team and at least one other business area.
- Real-World Projects: Apply your skills to business-driven projects to reinforce learning.
- World-Class Training: Access Hilton University’s e-learning modules and business library.
- Personalised Guidance: Benefit from regular feedback and coaching.
- Hilton Perks: Enjoy the Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program for discounted hotel rates.
Placement Opportunities
Placements are available across three areas of the Brand team:
Brand Performance Support
This team ensures performance goals are met across various hotel types. You will support administrative and operational activities, contribute to projects that enhance brand effectiveness, and gain exposure to both operational and corporate perspectives.
Brand Management
This team develops and delivers brand strategy and tactical plans. You will support strategic projects, gain hands-on experience in regional brand management, and contribute to broader initiatives. Tasks include preparing presentations, analysing brand performance data, contributing creative ideas, coordinating initiatives, and delivering tasks to a high standard.
Luxury Brand
This team supports prestigious brands like Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, and LXR Hotels & Resorts. You will support strategic and operational projects, gain experience in luxury brand management, and contribute to initiatives that support hotels and enhance guest experience. Tasks include supporting hotel openings, reviewing brand performance data, maintaining brand standards, supporting brand programmes, preparing presentations, and contributing to regional projects.
What We're Looking For
- A current bachelor’s or master’s student completing a degree that includes a required 12-month year in industry placement.
- Availability to start full-time on 5th July 2027 for a 12-month placement.
- Independent right to work in the UK for the full duration (no visa sponsorship available).
- Fluency in English (spoken and written).
- A genuine interest in Hilton's Brand teams and the hospitality industry.
- Strong communication, collaboration, teamwork, organisational, project management, prioritisation, and time management skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Digital literacy, including strong Microsoft Office skills. Familiarity with data visualisation or collaborative platforms is a plus.
Selection Process
- Online assessments.
- In-person or virtual interview.
Application Deadline
Sunday 1st November 2026.
Location & Benefits
- Location: EMEA Headquarters in Watford.
- Salary: £27,500 gross per annum.
- Benefits: Private healthcare, subsidised restaurant, games area, and a free in-house gym.