[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Hilton Worldwide Holdings jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Hilton Worldwide Holdings # 2027 Elevator Graduate Programme - Europe, Middle East & Africa Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom On-site Full-time Early career €21,500 to €40,000 Listed on Hilton Worldwide Holdings’s official careers site. Posted September 30, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Hilton Worldwide Holdings’s careers site →](https://efet.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/214376) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Hilton Worldwide Holdings](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/) / 2027 Elevator Graduate Programme - Europe, Middle East & Africa ## Job description Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You As a participant in our EMEA Hotel Leadership Graduate Programme (Elevator), you’re not just accelerating your development into a future hotel leader – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest. Here’s what you can look forward to as a programme participant: Accelerate your future in hotel leadership through immersive experience: Embark on a dynamic 18-month development journey comprised of two 9-month placements in different countries within the EMEA region, designed to fast-track your path to a General Manager role in one of our hotels within 5–8 years of programme completion Gain hands-on experience across departments: Rotate through Operations (including Food & Drink, Front Office, Housekeeping and Hotel Support Services), Human Resources, Finance, Procurement, and Commercial departments (including Groups, Conference and Events, Marketing, and Revenue) ### Work on real-world projects - Apply your skills on the job through the completion of two major business projects, which will support you in your growth to becoming a General Manager - Develop your skills through world-class training and support: Access Hilton University’s e-learning modules, and business library while building knowledge through group modules and business-driven projects; Participate in tailored learning programmes and follow a flexible personal development plan designed to grow your technical and leadership capabilities - Grow with personalised guidance and mentoring: Benefit from regular feedback and coaching while working closely with a dedicated GM-level mentor, a peer buddy from a previous Elevator programme class, and a VP-level sponsor to ensure your progress is supported at every stage of the programme Click here to learn more about the Elevator Programme ### What We’re Looking For With our major global presence and ambitious growth plans, Hilton is developing a strong team of future Hotel General Managers. We are seeking curious, driven, and flexible individuals who embody the Hilton Values and are ready to grow their careers across borders. Completion of a bachelor’s or master’s degree by the start of the programme (1st September 2027) Fluency in English (spoken and written) Eligibility to work within the EMEA region Full mobility across the EMEA region and a willingness to relocate as required Aspiration to become a future Hotel General Manager Availability to begin full-time employment on 1st September 2027 Selection Process Applications are now open—don’t miss your chance to apply! Submissions close on Sunday 13th December 2026. Our selection process is designed to bring out your best and help us get to know you. It includes: Online assessments One-way video interview Competency-based interview with a Hilton Hotel General Manager Virtual Assessment Centre (February 2027) While the process is rigorous, it’s also the first step in your personal growth journey with Hilton. If selected, you’ll begin developing the skills, connections, and confidence to thrive in your career. Due to the high number of applications, our screening process may take a little longer than usual. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our recruitment team, without the use of AI. To ensure every application receives fair consideration, invitations to final stages of selection will be issued after applications have closed. Thank you for your patience, we’ll be in touch as soon as there’s an update. Please keep an eye on your inbox and junk folder too, so you don’t miss any messages from us. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process or to carry out the essential requirements of the role, please contact us. Salary is determined by the placement location. For placements within the EU, starting salaries range from €21,500 to €40,000, with separate locally determined salaries applying in the Czech Republic, Poland and Sweden. The salary for each placement location is fixed and is not subject to individual negotiation. If a participant moves to another placement location during the programme, the salary applicable to that location will apply. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 30, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 12, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 19 days - Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom - Work arrangement: On-site - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: €21,500 to €40,000[Apply on Hilton Worldwide Holdings’s careers site →](https://efet.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/214376) ## More jobs at Hilton Worldwide Holdings ### [2027 Energy and Carbon & Environment Placement](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/jobs/f77fbcb29a81427ccba3/) Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom ### [Casual Room Attendant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/jobs/a7b88155bf312bf5f8ec/) Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom ### [Cluster Groups, Conference and Events Coordinator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/jobs/f2972031aade6e938c59/) Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom ### [Cluster Revenue Manager RMCC Europe](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/jobs/a1d3a6c244028855f77d/) Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom ### [Interim Associate GDCM Deployment PEP](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/jobs/ccc8b088d83b64a4b09b/) Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [GLOW Graduate Programme 2026](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ntt/jobs/47f62055496309ef08c4/) NTT · Singapore, South East ### [Vodafone Romania Discover Graduate Technology Programme, 2027](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vodafone/jobs/75a29cd35fa0ec2e9a80/) Vodafone · Romania ### [Technology Specialist Graduate Programme](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deutsche-post/jobs/12ac869c378945211010/) Deutsche Post · United Kingdom, Great Britain ### [HR Specialist Graduate Programme](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deutsche-post/jobs/05df5c3980e8b6c387bc/) Deutsche Post · United Kingdom, Great Britain ### [Vodafone Romania Discover Graduate IT-AI Engineering Programme, 2027](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vodafone/jobs/3830c70cf4ce2a0f6981/) Vodafone · Romania OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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