Job Description

Graduate Operations Manager - 18 Month Development Scheme

Start Date: 16th September 2025


Salary: 27,000 pa


Contract: 18-Month Fixed Term


Number of Positions: 2

About the Graduate Scheme

Our Operations Graduate Scheme is a hands-on, 18-month development programme designed to fast-track ambitious graduates into operational management roles. You will gain in-depth experience across core business functions, develop your leadership skills, and play a key part in delivering operational excellence from day one.


At the end of the scheme, we hope that successful graduates will step into permanent roles as Operations Managers, with clear progression pathways and support.

What you will be doing as a Graduate Operations Manager at CSP

Rotate across key operational departments to gain broad exposure to the business, this will include roles within our Head Office in Watford as well as some of our partnering sites; these could be office based or on a green site; Work closely with experienced managers and mentors to lead real projects; Identify areas for process improvement and deliver change; Learn how to manage teams, drive performance, and solve complex operational challenges; Build your commercial acumen and strategic thinking through practical experience.

What we need from you as a Graduate Operations Manager at CSP

A 2:1 or above in a related subject (for example Business Management, Operations, Supply Chain, Management, or similar) pending/awarded in the last 12 months; A minimum of 3 A-Levels grade C or above (or equivalent); Strong communication and teamwork skills; A proactive mindset with a desire to take ownership and make a difference; The ability to adapt, prioritise and stay calm under pressure; The right to work in the UK. We are unable to provide sponsorships.

What CSP can offer you as a Graduate Operations Manager:

A competitive salary Up to 25 days' holiday (pro-rata - after qualifying service) plus Bank/Public Holidays Pension scheme with excellent employer contribution Private Medical Insurance (after a qualifying period) Life insurance at 4x salary Access to salary sacrifice schemes A range of valuable medical and practical support services through an external Employee Assistance provider

About CSP

CSP stands for The Combined Services Provider. It also stands for Caring, Safe, Professional, representing our Values. We specialise in providing services to venues and static sites including Car Parking, Internal and External Traffic Management, HVM (Hostile Vehicle Mitigation) solutions, Security, Stewarding, Cash & Audit and Consultancy services. Whilst our range of services has grown, Car Parking/Traffic Management, HVM, and Security/Stewarding represent our core areas of expertise.


CSP strives to be an equal opportunities employer.