HR Graduate Programme 2026

Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be Leonardo

Once you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland!

Have you recently graduated and are wondering what’s next? We are offering HR graduates the chance to develop an amazing career in HR in hospitality!

With over 55 hotels in the UK & Ireland we have a fantastic team of over 5,000 people who we want to feel welcome, rewarded and enjoy coming to work with us everyday. We are one of the fastest growing hotel chains with an exciting opportunity to not only take part in our Human Resources Graduate Programme but also grow within an ever-expanding company to achieve your career goals.

The Graduate Programme

This is rotational programme covering all areas of the HR department such as generalist HR, recruitment, Group HR, L&D and much more!

You will gain experience and insight into employment law across the UK and Ireland

Extensive personal and professional development is provided throughout the programme with training workshops, webinars and project work.

Fixed term 18-month contract with the aim to be in a permanent role by the end of the programme.

Opportunity to work hybridly with the opportunity to work one day from home per week.

We will consider base location in any of the 56 locations across the UK and Ireland that we have hotels

What we are looking for?

Flexibility on location to get the best out of your programme

Passion for hospitality

A proactive and positive attitude

Resilient and strong time management skills

A degree or equivalent in HR or CIPD Level 5

Ideally you will have worked in a Hotel/Leisure/ or Hospitality setting

Right to work in the UK & Ireland

Ability and willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland, sometimes requiring overnight stays

What's next?

Apply online here today!

Applications close June 2026

We will be in touch by June/July 2026

You will take part in a 2-step process – 1 assessment centre and if successful, a final interview with a HR Manager

Opportunities to start with us from August/September with the graduate programme commencing November 2026

Some of the perks our HR Graduate Programme 2026 could enjoy include:

Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe

Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops

Talent referral scheme

Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!

Wellbeing Calendar

Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression

We’re committed to creating a workplace where every individual—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience—is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.

Why come join us as a HR Graduate Programme 2026?

We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, “Come Join Us Guest Care” training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you’ll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!