Placement
Closes in 10 days
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- 12-month paid placement at Hilton's EMEA HQ in Watford.
- Earn £27,500 per year plus private healthcare and travel perks.
- Gain experience in hotel partnerships, supporting property launches and process enhancements.
- Must be a current student requiring a 12-month industry placement as part of your degree.
- Applications close on Sunday 1st November 2026.
About the Role
This is a 12-month Corporate Placements Programme at Hilton's Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Headquarters in Watford. You will gain hands-on experience, contribute to memorable guest experiences, and develop your career in hospitality.
What You'll Do
- Embark on a 12-month structured learning and development journey.
- Gain operational experience and insight into Hilton's partnership with Small Luxury Hotels.
- Work on business-driven projects to reinforce learning.
- Access e-learning modules and a business library through Hilton University.
- Receive personalised feedback and coaching.
Your Role in Partnerships
You will support the new development phase of properties for the partnership and set up new processes to enhance support for existing hotels. This role is crucial for a growing area of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Build, review, and launch hotel back-end profiles.
- Develop and manage communications for internal and external partners.
- Review and support enhancements to global partnership processes.
- Coordinate key events and meeting series.
- Support hotels through all key stages of their participation lifecycle.
- Undertake and analyse regular reporting for leadership.
- Support corporate partnership requests and develop solutions.
What We're Looking For
- A strong alignment with Hilton's culture and values.
- A current bachelor’s or master’s student requiring a 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 (visa sponsorship is not provided).
- Fluency in English (spoken and written).
- A genuine interest in hospitality and a passion for customer service.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.
- Project management skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Digital literacy, including strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word).
Benefits
- Salary: £27,500 gross per annum.
- Private healthcare.
- Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program (reduced hotel room rates).
- Subsidised restaurant, games area, and free in-house gym at the Watford HQ.
Selection Process
- Online assessments.
- In-person or virtual interview.
Application Deadline
Sunday 1st November 2026.