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Business Graduate Review

at Virgin Media O2

Graduate Scheme

Business Management, Business Operations, Sustainability

London

Review Submitted: November 2025

Overall Rating

4.4 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4/5 - Overview of the Role
4.6/5 - Experience & Company Culture
5/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at Virgin Media O2?
Really enjoyed the graduate scheme. Was a great way to develop professional skills in a supportive enviornment.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
I completed 4 x 6 month rotations through various Business functions. This included; Bid Management, Customer Experience Insight, Commercial and Contract Management & Social Value Consultant.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
Majority of the rotations I had meaningful responsbility.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
It increased by £2000 on the second year of the scheme.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
I have stayed in the company since. Opened opportunities & enabled me to expand my skill set.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5
Carried out formal training sessions as well as training with each of the 4 teams.

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?
4/5
We had support from Line Managers, Mentors & scheme buddies. They provided me with insight into different roles, feedback methods & numerous other ways.
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
Great work life balance.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
Good company culture, with hybrid working.
How would you rate Virgin Media O2 initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
Lots of All In Networks to get involved in
How would you rate Virgin Media O2 CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Having worked in CSR for a rotation it was great to see the extent of initiatives.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Virgin Media O2 to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good culture, enjoyed being able to rotate around and try out different roles. Nice grad community.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
Matched expectations.
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Virgin Media O2?
Research the company & the company values.
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