We know that our people are the key to success, and the investment in our training and development programme reflects this.

Your development

Our Nationwide Management Development Programme allows you to develop a breadth of skills across the Society. The programme involves working on real jobs with real expectations and targets, with your performance and development being continually measured over the two years. You will be given clear objectives to help you develop as well as regular performance reviews where we will help you identify your strengths so that you can build on these and also spot the opportunities for further growth. You will also have regular exposure to senior and executive managers.

You will be provided with a Comprehensive Development Plan which supports the following Nationwide Leadership Capabilities:

Driving the Business
Managing Self
Relationship with others
Leading the Team

Your development calendar will start with a residential induction where all new graduates get together at our Training Centre in High Wycombe to introduce you to Nationwide. This is a great networking opportunity for everyone - to meet graduates across all our different programmes and start to form the relationships that are important to your development and, of course, social life. There are guest speakers, dinners with key people from the business and the chance to make lasting contacts with the other new and existing graduates. Followed by a residential team build event to build relationships with your peers and providing an understanding of the Business.

In addition to the above training is provided through a blend of group learning, on-the-job initiatives, coaching and skills training which include leadership, presentation skills, project management and relationship skills, as well as sharpening your business and technology skills there will also be other courses essential for your specialist area.

We also have an excellent mentoring approach, linked to regular discussions and feedback to ensure your personal and professional development stays on track. Your mentor will be a Senior Manager who will be able to help you guide your career and help you achieve your development goals.

And your ’Buddy’ (a previous graduate) who’ll be able to help with day-to-day issues (After all, they’ll have been through the same training themselves, so they’ll know exactly where you’re coming from.)

In addition, each specialist scheme is operated by a Scheme Manager to ensure that you are coached and developed effectively. A member of the Talent & Executive Development team will also be there to support throughout and after the scheme.

Where appropriate, you’ll have the opportunity to study for professional qualifications, e.g., CIMA, ACCA, CIPD, ACT etc. We provide both financial support and study leave to help you successfully complete your studies.