Marketing Graduate Programme

Business, Analytics, Marketing.

At Lidl, everyone who works here brings something unique to the table, it’s something we really value, but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re curious, collaborative, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Lidl grad careers 2026
Step into our world as a Lidl grad! Everyone at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re passionate, ambitious, and love a challenge. Just like you.

Just like you.

Are you ready to launch your marketing career? Our Marketing function is passionate about delivering outstanding and creative campaigns, that deliver against our Brand House and company objectives.

Our teams create campaigns that turn people into customers, and customers into fans. We demonstrate how we add value to our customers lives, we understand it’s not just a Parkside drill, it’s the start of building a home, it’s not just a tasty, British roast, it’s family traditions, or it’s not just a croissant, it’s the inspiration for a designer handbag. Launch your career from day one!

We prove that at Lidl, there is More to Value, making this the perfect launchpad for you.

Building your future from the ground up, we strive for distinctiveness to advocate our point of difference, across everything from signage and leaflets in store, to social media, PR and TV campaigns you see at home.

The process will also include a video interview and face-to-face assessment centre held in our Head Office in Tolworth 10/12/2026. We look forward to receiving your application.

What you'll do

The Marketing Graduate Programme will take you through an intense, demanding but incredibly rewarding two years of structured development across the marketing department. The marketing department is responsible for the execution and management of all activity that runs across all paid and owned channels. Including, but not limited to, in-store posters, the leaflet, social and above the line advertising. 

Across each team, you will work alongside and feed into our in-house production and creative team, who design, artwork and create everything from stills to moving images and beautiful photography. 

What you'll need

  • Achieved or 2:2 or higher in a Bachelor's Degree
  • Are eligible to work in the UK on a full-time basis and able to provide proof when required
  • Are you able to commute/relocate within a reasonable commute to our Head Office in Tolworth, South West London
  • Experience working within a marketing-based role is advantageous 
  • Passion for working as part of a team and ability to work independently 
  • Desire to learn, develop and challenge yourself in a demanding and dynamic environment
  • A naturally analytical mind-set with plenty of common sense
  • Attention to detail
  • Entrepreneurial flair, adaptable and highly driven
  • Decisive and able to cope with the pressure of demanding targets and deadlines
  • Communicates confidently and effectively 
  • German language skills desirable but not essential

What you'll receive

  • 30 days' holiday (pro rata)
  • 10% in-store discount
  • Pension scheme
  • Free on-site gym
  • Plus, more of the perks you deserve
  • *plus an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance.

You’re Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.

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Job ID Number: 751100
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  • Deadline
    October 26th, 2026
  • Starting
    September 2027
  • Hiring Multiple Candidates
    Yes
  • Salary
    £40,000 + 10% London weighting + benefits
  • Degree required
    2:2 and above
  • Location
    London
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