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Technology – Programme Management Graduate Scheme

Tesco
£40,000
Welwyn Garden City

Expected closing date: Tuesday, 22 December 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • 2-year graduate scheme in Programme Management.
  • Starting salary of £40,000 per year.
  • Gain experience in project management, working with Software Engineers and Product Managers.
  • Programme starts on 6 September 2027.
  • Hybrid working model with 60% office-based collaboration.

About the Role

This is a 2-year scheme where you will work collaboratively with multiple teams across Technology and the wider business. You will ensure projects meet strategic goals, handle plans and risks, and monitor progress with Software Engineers and Product Managers. You will receive support and training from expert colleagues. You will also spend time in Tesco labs, meeting tech grads, coding and trying new tech.

What is in it for you

  • Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of base salary
  • Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays)
  • 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 years’ service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay
  • 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave
  • Free 24/7 virtual GP service
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family
  • Free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing

You will need

We’re looking for potential, curiosity, and a willingness to learn. We’ll support you to build the rest.

  • An interest in planning, organising and helping others stay on track is useful.
  • Being able to spot when something’s not going to plan, and knowing how to get support is something we really value.
  • Communication is key, but you don’t need to have project management experience yet.

About Us

Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working. We're proud to be an accredited Disability Confident Leader, where everyone’s welcome. If you're interested in joining our team but don't tick every box, don't let that hold you back from applying.

Working at our Welwyn Garden City campus

Our leafy, green campus is just 10 minutes’ walk from the centre of Welwyn Garden City. On campus, you’ll find subsidised restaurants and coffee shops, as well as a Tesco Express. You can join the on-site Nuffield Health gym (membership costs £23.50 per month).