Job Description

About The Role

GRAHAM ACADEMY - TRAINEE FRAMEWORK CO-ORDINATOR 2026

Benefits: Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)

Interested in building relationships, marketing, events and winning work?

At GRAHAM, we are committed to growth and building long-term relationships with our clients. As our business continues to expand, the National Framework Team have an opportunity for a Graduate to join our Building Division.



As a Trainee Framework Co-ordinator you will;


Be part of a Framework Team that builds and nurtures positive relationships with our framework clients, targets and wins framework bids and manages performance through key account management Gain experience across a range of disciplines, including bidding, marketing, events planning, key account and project management Be directly involved in supporting business growth working with a wide range of departments and specialisms within GRAHAM, including sustainability, social value and digital construction Learn about the delivery of major construction projects, visiting sites across the UK Gain knowledge of Government and public sector drivers and support the team in responding to industry changes through strategic planning

If you enjoy working with different people, being creative, thinking strategically and have an eye for detail, this is your chance to work within a diverse and exciting role in construction.



No experience is needed; we'll teach you everything you need to thrive.

The Trainee Framework Co-ordinator shall:

Support the Framework Team in preparing for framework tender opportunities Support the Framework Team in managing framework opportunities, sharing and tracking these across the business Support the Framework Team in producing high quality, creative bid submissions Support the Framework Team in capturing and reporting on Key Performance Indicators and other data Support the Framework Team in researching new opportunities and industry changes Support the Framework Team in planning and delivering events with our framework clients Support the Framework Team in planning marketing campaigns to promote our framework projects Support the Framework Team in liaising with specialists across the business to capture best practice

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Trainee Framework Co-ordinator and the range of duties to be undertaken.


It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.

Technical Competencies

Essential

Recently graduated or in the final stages of completing a degree in a construction, business, marketing or arts-related discipline Interest in key account management and work winning Interest in the construction industry and public sector project delivery Interest in working closely with different types of people and building relationships through regular communication Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time Good writing skills and attention to detail Strong IT skills and confidence working with common Microsoft packages Logical thinking and problem-solving ability Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to manage time, stay organised, and meet deadlines Willingness to learn

Desirable

Previous experience of writing, marketing or project management Creative and strategic thinking

Behavioural Competencies

Essential:

Commercial Awareness:

relevant to the position applied for and understanding of why commercial awareness and business acumen are related and how these combine to meet customer needs and GRAHAM business requirements.

Leadership skills

: Communicates well and shows commitment to work as part of a fully integrated team.

Effective Communication skills:

Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports under supervision. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders. Presents a professional image and promotes the Brand.

Customer Focus:

Takes time to question and understand why customer needs are important and wants to forge ongoing sustainable links with customers to act in theirs and the businesses long term interest.

Influencing:

Identifies and builds relationships with those who will be useful now and in the future in achieving strategic business objectives.

Initiative:

Is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Demonstrate ability to eventually work unsupervised.

Team Player:

Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honestly, loyalty and commitment.

Negotiation

: Willingness to learn and the ability to understand negotiation skills and why these are important for all supply chain members all contractual rights and obligations are realised and protected.

About You

About You

GRADUATES

We offer a two year programme which focuses on developing your technical and interpersonal skills. In addition, a structured, mentored training programme, aligned to a recognised professional qualification, will set you on the pathway to chartership. Through early responsibility you'll learn quickly on challenging projects with the opportunity for fast track career advancement.



If you have any questions please contact a member of our HR team on 02892 689500.

Our Commitment to you:

We are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people where everyone is recognised as an individual and where the richness of a diverse workforce is embraced to maximise business performance and to deliver lasting impact. The principles of Fairness, Inclusion & Respect (FIR) help create a positive team culture, a safer and healthier workplace, more innovation through diversity of ideas and a more productive workforce - everything thrives when we feel valued.

We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying, as we may be able to sponsor a work permit on your behalf. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.

A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.


Please apply to our vacancy portal by uploading a comprehensive and targeted CV with your relevant experiences. Note: All applicants must complete an online monitoring form.