graduate Review

Overall, my experience at GXO Logistics has been a positive one. I’ve really enjoyed learning a lot in a short space of time, and the role has helped me pick up new skills and gain a better understanding of the organisation. While my first placement hasn’t fully suited my working style, I’ve still valued the chance to push myself and try something new. I’m grateful for the experience so far and am looking forward to my next placement and continuing to learn and develop.

One of my main responsibilities has been managing a small team. I’ve really enjoyed this part of the role as it’s allowed me to try out different coaching styles, have regular one-to-one conversations, and support individuals in their development. It’s been particularly rewarding to watch team members grow in confidence and skills, or actively work towards improving themselves. I’ve enjoyed being able to support, guide, and learn alongside the team.

The role has given me a strong opportunity to contribute and feel valued. Stepping into a leadership role from day one, especially at a smaller site, has meant my ideas and projects have been listened to and taken seriously.

I don’t fully feel that the compensation and benefits are on the same level as some of the roles we are following, which can be noticeable at times. That said, I do understand that as graduates we are still learning, which explains why the benefits package is more limited. One area that I think could be improved is relocation and accommodation support, as this would be really beneficial—especially for graduates who need to move location for work.

Very well. The role has given me strong hands-on experience from early on, particularly in leadership and responsibility, which I feel will be really valuable for my future career. I’ve been able to develop key skills such as managing people, communication, and problem-solving, while also gaining a good understanding of how the business operates. Overall, it’s helped build my confidence and given me a solid foundation for moving forward in my career.

The support on site was initially quite poor. My line manager had only started two days before me and then went on holiday shortly after, which meant there was very little guidance at the beginning. There was also some uncertainty on site around my role, which resulted in limited training and made the initial period feel quite overwhelming. Additionally, the lack of a visible HR presence on site made it difficult to know who to contact for certain queries, particularly due to the lack of a proper induction.
This experience is not a reflection of the graduate scheme itself, as I feel this is very dependent on the individual site. In contrast, the central team have been very supportive throughout. They have been responsive and helpful when issues were raised or when I had questions, and their support has made a positive difference overall.

My work–life balance is quite site dependent. In my role, my working hours are fairly fixed, which helps maintain a routine. However, I often complete development work, such as Fuel learning, or additional tasks at home when needed. I’m aware that many other graduates regularly work overtime, which shows how much the experience can vary depending on the site. Ultimately, as the business operates 24/7 most of the time, some flexibility is expected, but the impact on work–life balance really depends on the site and operational demands.

The organisational culture and atmosphere can be challenging at times. That said, this can vary significantly from site to site. In my experience, while the operational setting can feel tough, there are individuals and teams who are supportive and professional. Overall, the culture is very much driven by the demands of a fast‑paced, operational environment.

GXO does have Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives in place, and these are more visible at a central level. However, in my experience, how inclusive and welcoming the environment feels can vary greatly from site to site.

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I would recommend GXO Logistics, particularly for graduates who are looking for early responsibility, hands‑on experience, and exposure to operational leadership. The role offers strong opportunities to develop skills quickly and gain real insight into the business. However, I would say that individual experiences can vary depending on the site, so it’s important to be open to different challenges and environments.

Largely well. The recruitment process reflected the fast‑paced, operational nature of the role and set expectations around responsibility and learning on the job. While some aspects of day‑to‑day support and training differed depending on the site, the overall role aligned with what was communicated during recruitment. to a certain extent for graduates who have not worked in a warehouse before, it is unlikely anything will prepare you fullt for starting, so you just need to go in with an open mind