GSC Graduate Programme Ware 2025

Are you a talented and driven student or graduate eager to make an impact on billions of lives? Apply for the Ware GSC Site Graduate Programme at GSK today! 

At GSK, we are building a world-class global supply chain to deliver GSK’s new product portfolio and pipeline. In the Global Supply Chain business (GSC), we produce and distribute medicines and vaccines worldwide, overseeing every production stage from manufacturing high-quality products to implementing effective supply forecasting and regulatory inspections, all powered by digital, data, and analytics. 

The Ware Site

GSK's Ware Global Supply Chain (GSC) manufacturing and supply site plays a unique role in our network as the sole site responsible for launching the company’s pipeline of new Respiratory or Oral Solid Dose medicines. By leveraging modern equipment, digital processes, efficient workflows, and technology, we deliver life-changing and life-saving products for patients in over 100 countries. With around 1,200 employees, including a large community of early talent, the site provides a strong network of expertise to mentor and support graduates, as well as offering a wide range of social opportunities. 
 
The site boasts convenient access to London and Cambridge via rail links, as well as the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside. It features a social club located by the river, a gym offering various exercise classes, and a multitude of events and clubs catering to diverse interests. Graduates are encouraged to join our employee resource groups on site and are provided with opportunities to volunteer in the local community. 

Ahead together with tailored training and career development  

Whilst on the graduate programme, you can expect the following benefits: 

• Challenging and supportive environment for your professional and personal growth  
• Opportunities to network and enhance visibility with senior leaders who will mentor, coach, and support you with career planning  
• Development of technical skills through valuable on-the-job experience  
• Work in roles and projects that are tailored according to your discipline, with the aim of meeting your aspirations, strengths and ambitions and the needs of the business   
• Access to a generous personal development budget to accelerate learning and professional growth  
• Kaizens – short-term breadth projects that offer potential international exposure 

What will you do?  

This Ware-based GSK Graduate Scheme offers a 2-year programme located at GSK’s Ware GSC Manufacturing Site throughout its duration.  
 
During this programme, you will acquire hands-on experience across key site workstreams, taking on significant responsibilities. Depending on your specialist area and rotations, you could:  

• Learn about the innovative technologies used in pharmaceutical manufacturing and gain insight into the entire production process  
• Understand the risk and compliance aspects of pharmaceutical manufacturing   
• Discover how manufacturing, quality, technical services, and supply chain functions work together 
• Implement lean six sigma techniques to enhance the efficiency of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and processes 
• Optimize business activities by analyzing data and ensuring compliance with standards 
• Identify root causes of technical problems and implement corrective and preventative actions 
• Support the implementation of GSC's strategic priorities, including sustainability projects 
• Drive process improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency through data analysis and key performance indicator trending, making a tangible impact 

Depending on your background and interests, you could be based in one of our Quality, Production, Supply Chain, Technical Services or Engineering teams. This presents an exceptional opportunity to gain a wide range of knowledge and experience in your chosen field, paving the way for accelerated development and the establishment of a strong future career within GSK. 

What are we looking for?  

• A keen interest in production, quality and supply challenges in pharmaceutical manufacturing environment 
• A mindset focused on continuous improvement and growth, along with strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach  
• The ability to listen, learn, and a genuine desire to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives through high-quality work  
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, coupled with a collaborative approach to teamwork  
• Self-motivation, proactiveness, and a strong eagerness for development and learning  
• Analytical, organized, and process-driven, with exceptional attention to detail  
• High adaptability and flexibility, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure and embrace change  

Education required: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or Chemical Engineering; Chemistry or Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Science. Graduation by August 2025. 

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English 

Expected Start date: September 2025 

The scheme would suit highly motivated applicants who have a strong desire to begin their working careers in a complex GMP environment, and who naturally demonstrate GSK's culture along with the potential to be a great leader or subject matter expert. 

What do we offer you?  

• A competitive salary 
• An annual bonus based on company performance     
• Relocation Allowance (eligibility will be confirmed once your first location is confirmed)     
• Access to Private Healthcare Insurance which includes 24-hour access to an online GP   
• Well-being programmes to encourage mindfulness and support your mental needs   
• Option to opt into our share save plan which gives you long-term incentives by linking your rewards to our longer-term performance     
• Opportunities to work with Employee Resource groups that focus on encouraging inclusion & diversity    
• Employee recognition programmes and awards to reward exceptional achievements     
• An opportunity to learn commercial skills from experienced colleagues and access to senior leaders to help guide your career development     
• Formal and informal technical and soft skills training and development, delivered through a mixture of coaching and mentoring by senior leaders, your manager, your peers, and a mix of virtual & in person courses   

 Let’s do this! 

You’ll find hints, tips and guidance on our recruitment process on our website 

Learn more about the application process gsk.to/ECprocess 

Application deadline: We recommend you apply as soon as possible. This vacancy will close when we have received enough applications, so please apply as soon as you can so your application can be considered.   

Assessment Centre Date: November/December 2024 

Once you've submitted your online application form, you'll need to complete two online assessments prior to the assessment centre stage and as part of this, you'll be asked about your motivation for the role: We’d like to hear about why you applied to this role and your motivation for the business area you’ve applied to. You will be asked a 2nd question on what strengths, skills or interests you have that will enable you to be successful in this role.  Please be as targeted as you can! 

Top tip #1: Make sure you save this job description for reference throughout the process, it will really help you prepare for the different stages in your application.  

Top tip #2: Don't forget to register on our GSK insight & engagement platform https://gsk.connectr.co.uk/getahead/ to learn more about working at GSK, our culture and application processes.  

You can learn more about GSK and our careers here https://www.gsk.com/en-gb/careers/  

Our Graduate Programmes are designed to accelerate the development of graduates who don’t have significant previous professional work experience in the area to which they are applying.  Of course, many graduates who join the programme have worked while studying or after graduation.  If you’ve already developed substantial experience working in a professional role in your sector, while you would be able to apply for this programme, you may also want to look at direct entry roles in our businesses, as these may be the best way to build on your existing skills and expertise and develop a career at GSK. 

Apply now! 

We’re 100% open to all talent – whatever your gender, marital status, religion, age, colour, race, sexual orientation, nationality or disability. We want to recruit the right people for GSK from the widest possible backgrounds, so we can better serve the diversity of our patients.  And, because it’s the right thing to do.  

You can learn more about Inclusion and diversity at GSK gsk.to/DEI 

If applying to one of GSK’s Graduate programmes in the UK, please be advised that you must have and be able to evidence the right to work in the UK before the start date of your programme. 

GSK’s ability to make and honour any offer to you will be subject to the UK government immigration rules applicable at the time. Any offers will be made subject to immigration status being confirmed.  GSK welcomes applications from everyone, however there are Government restrictions on who can be sponsored. 

GSK cannot make any guarantee that you will be eligible for sponsorship and GSK keeps its approach under review in line with new government guidance as it is published.  Sponsorship is also based on business needs. 

Need help with your application? 

Please email us at UK.earlycareers@gsk.com and let us know how we can help you.