Mars®, Uncle Ben’s®, Snickers®, Whiskas®, M&M’s®, Dolmio®, Twix®, Pedigree®, Maltesers®… these are just some of the household name brands that form the global, $25bn Mars portfolio, making it one of the world’s biggest consumer goods companies.

But it’s the unique culture that separates Mars from the rest. Based on our five principles, over 48,000 associates in more than 66 countries enjoy the degree of freedom and responsibility unparalleled in the business world.

Still a family-run business and entirely privately owned, we are able to invest our own profits in developing the organisation. This means associates have the freedom to think differently and do things normal convention wouldn’t allow. With this being the case, our graduates get all the support, freedom and responsibility they need. But ultimately, it’s the graduates themselves that drive their projects forward, and shape things as they go along.

Development programmes

Whether your talents lie in research and development, engineering, sales, marketing, finance or procurement, our renowned development programmes offer responsibility right from the very first day. You’ll get to work on real projects, carefully chosen to suit your development needs. All these programmes allow you to expand your knowledge, stretch your talent and discover skills you never knew you had. Structured around a rigorous training curriculum and strong individual mentoring relationships, our programmes offer you the opportunity to take control of your career while benefiting from our years of experience in developing some of the UK’s leading managers.

Professional qualifications

We will provide support in the pursuit of professional qualifications with financial sponsorship, study leave and regular two-way feedback.

General management

Our Management Development Programme is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience across all areas of the business. You could work anywhere from manufacturing through to human resources and supply chain to sales and marketing. Whichever path you choose, the breadth of experience, amount of responsibility and support for your self-development will help you build your credentials as a leader that will follow you throughout your career.

With outstanding development programmes to choose from, world famous brands to work with, and an impressive peer group to grow alongside, there’s no telling how far you’ll go. It’s time to find out what you and Mars could achieve together.

Fast facts

Jobs available
Jobs available in engineering, finance, research and development, marketing, sales, procurement and general management. One-year industrial placements also available.

Number of graduate vacancies per year
30+.

Degree disciplines/degree class required
Programme-specific – see www.mars.com/ultimategrads for more details.

Salary and benefits
£29,000+

Application procedure
Online only at www.mars.com/ultimategrads

Deadline
First round –9th November 2008
Second round – 8th February 2009