Sales Graduate Scheme Review
at Volkswagen Group UK
Graduate Scheme
Business Operations, Sales
Milton Keynes
Review Submitted: November 2025
Overall Rating
4.8 /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!
4.8/5
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Overview of the Role
4.8/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Volkswagen Group UK?
Very good, group colleagues were welcoming from the onset and there are ample development opportunities within the scheme.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
My role within the Sales graduate stream involves sales operations, analytics and some marketing. I enjoy the variation in day-to-day work the most, along with the autonomy I am given within the role.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
Predominantly, I provide operational support to the field sales team, and feel that my contributions are valued and fed back regularly.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
The benefits are good, namely the employee car scheme results in savings as I no longer need my own car.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
I have a lot of opportunity within the graduate scheme to tailor my work and development into my preferred career path.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
I am regularly developing skills through on the job learning and graduate specific training opportunities.
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
This is where VWG are very strong - I have regular catch-ups with my manager and HR, as well as having been assigned a mentor from another part of the business in my first week.
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
Working hours are normal - there is plenty of time to achieve a healthy work life balance.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
The culture and atmosphere at VWG is strong; it is evident to see strong bonds and connections throughout the business.
How would you rate Volkswagen Group UK initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
VWG are an industry-leading advocate of DE&I.
How would you rate Volkswagen Group UK CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
The group actively encourage CSR initiatives such as paid volunteering days, and these are accessible to early careers colleagues.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Volkswagen Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The learning and development opportunities are strong, benefits are competitive, and the workplace culture makes it a fun place to work!
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Volkswagen Group UK?
Relax and be yourself.
