Competitive Base Pay Structure + Performance Bonus Scheme | Immediate Start Available | Paid Onboarding
Thrive in fast-paced environments? Passionate about leading teams, developing business operations, and driving dynamic campaign growth? If you are looking for a full-time position in Manchester where you can build commercial leadership skills while working on active promotional projects, this is the perfect opportunity.
We are seeking an ambitious Business Management Trainee to join our growing Manchester team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience in business operations, campaign coordination, team leadership, and direct customer engagement while working alongside experienced industry professionals.
You will receive structured training, ongoing mentoring, and the opportunity to build the skills needed to manage daily commercial operations, guide teams, and progress into executive leadership roles.
Lead Operations. Engage Audiences. Build Your Career.
Every commercial campaign is different. From live promotional setups and brand activations to customer acquisition initiatives, you will play a central role in supporting operational strategy, team development, and campaign delivery.
Working closely with experienced directors, you will gain hands-on experience managing on-site activities, supporting daily business operations, and ensuring every campaign delivers an outstanding customer experience while achieving key growth targets.
This position is ideal for candidates searching for Business Management Trainee Jobs, Entry-Level Management Schemes, Commercial Leadership Associates, Campaign Coordinators, and Management Trainee Careers in Manchester.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Business Management Trainee, your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the planning, coordination, and on-site execution of promotional business campaigns
- Supporting daily operations, inventory management, and campaign logistics to ensure smooth delivery
- Representing client brands professionally during live, face-to-face customer engagements
- Assisting with account registrations, customer inquiries, and promotional service onboarding
- Leading by example while supporting, coaching, and motivating shift team members
- Building positive relationships with venue contacts, clients, customers, and internal colleagues
- Monitoring shift performance metrics, auditing conversion data, and contributing ideas for campaign expansion
- Working towards individual acquisition targets and shared business performance objectives
- Developing your leadership, commercial communication, and business management skills through daily structured coaching
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who enjoys working with people, takes initiative, and is motivated to build a long-term career in business operations and management.
To succeed in this role, you'll:
- Enjoy working in high-energy, fast-paced commercial settings
- Possess previous experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, brand promotions, or direct sales (beneficial but not essential)
- Communicate confidently, professionally, and with natural enthusiasm
- Be organized, dependable, and capable of managing multiple operational priorities on your feet
- Enjoy working collaboratively while taking personal ownership of performance targets
- Bring a positive attitude, strong resilience, and a genuine eagerness to master new management capabilities
We prioritize drive, communication skills, and leadership potential above past job titles—comprehensive paid onboarding and continuous 1-on-1 executive mentorship are provided from day one.What's On Offer
- Competitive base salary structure plus performance-based bonus scheme
- Comprehensive business management training programme and ongoing 1-on-1 mentoring
- Continuous coaching, public speaking practice, and leadership development
- A structured onboarding programme designed to set you up for long-term operational success
- Clear, merit-based progression opportunities into Shift Captain, Campaign Manager, and Operations Director roles
- Development in campaign management, team leadership, account acquisition, and commercial strategy
- A supportive, collaborative, and people-focused working environment
- Recognition programmes, performance incentives, national networking events, and regular team socials
Why Join Our Manchester Team?
Business management in our industry is about driving commercial success, building dynamic teams, and delivering campaigns that make a direct market impact. As a customer-facing brand activation specialist, we connect partner brands directly to consumers on the ground. This role offers the opportunity to build valuable management, communication, and operational capabilities within an active, people-focused environment.
Apply Today
Ready to take the first step towards a career in business management? Submit your CV today to join our Manchester team as a Business Management Trainee!
Pay: From £26,000.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
