Ligentia is seeking highly motivated graduates to join our dynamic 2-year Technology Graduate Programme. This is your opportunity to launch a rewarding career in technology within a fast-paced, global industry.
About our programme
Our comprehensive 2-year programme offers a structured skills and career development journey, nurturing the capabilities you need to excel in the technology sector. You’ll experience rotations across key areas, including:
- Project Management – managing timelines, co-ordinating teams, progress reporting
- Business Analysis – analysing system requirements, troubleshooting issues and articulating requirements
- Software Development – writing code, integrating data sources, bug fixing
- Quality Engineering – testing code, automating scripts, identifying issues
- Robotic Process Automation (RPA) – automating processes through software
- Helpdesk / issue resolution – understanding issues, managing resolutions, working with diverse user groups
You’ll contribute to real deliverables, both operational and project-based, working alongside industry experts and sharing your innovative ideas from day one.
Programme structure
- Onboarding: Immerse yourself in Ligentia’s mission, purpose, values, and structure during your initial weeks.
- Grounding: Develop core skills and knowledge at our in-house development centre, learning about our supply chain management platform (using Agile Methodology) and how we enhance customer experience.
- Broadening Your Horizon: Gain a holistic understanding of our operations through visits to warehouses, ports, and customer sites.
- International Placement: In your second year, spend 2-3 months at one of our international hubs, gaining global perspectives and sharing best practices.
- First Assignment: You’ll quickly apply your skills to real-world challenges, with your first assignment launching within a few months, backed by comprehensive support.
- Strategic Project: Collaborate with fellow graduates on a strategic project, presenting your findings to the board.
- Ongoing Support: We are invested in your success, providing access to a buddy, coaching, and mentoring throughout your journey.
Who we are looking for
Essential
- Genuine passion for technology, with strong all-round IT skills.
- Right to work in the UK (unsponsored) until Summer 2027.
- Degree educated (minimum 2:2 degree or international equivalent) ideally in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics, or related STEM subjects.
- Ability to commute to our Leeds City Centre office, 4 days per week office based.
- Availability to start the programme in September 2025 (earlier start dates considered).
- Willingness to travel occasionally to UK offices and for the international placement.
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and share ideas.
Desirable
- Experience in software development using languages like C#, C++, Python, or Java.
- Knowledge of data analysis, software development lifecycle, programming experience
Why Ligentia?
Global supply chains are vital, and Ligentia operates at the heart of this dynamic industry, developing sustainable and agile solutions for leading retailers and brands. We have a forward-thinking technology vision, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to employee growth. Ligentia offers an exceptional environment for those looking to shape the future of global supply chain management.
Benefits
- Competitive graduate salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Flexible and collaborative work environment.
Application process
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter through to careers_uk@ligentia.global
The interview process includes
- Initial screening interview with TA Specialist
- Competency based interview
- Case Study
- Group Task
Ligentia requests that recruitment agencies do not speculatively submit CVs to us unless expressly requested to do so by a member of our People team. Any CVs sent to us on an unrequested speculative basis will be ignored.
Ligentia will not be liable for any fee or commission payments claimed by a recruitment agent in respect to the employment by us of a candidate whose CV was sent to us on an unrequested speculative basis.
