CPA Global was founded over 40 years ago and today is the world’s leading provider of intellectual property (IP) services and legal services outsourcing.

Headquartered in Jersey, Channel Islands and operating in 10 countries around the world, we employ 1500 people and boast some of the world’s largest corporations amongst our clients.

Our services ensure that organisations’ intellectual property is protected and the value realised, by effectively managing their patents and trademarks.

Our business is characterised by being client focused, entrepreneurial and collegiate.  As we grow, we provide opportunity for great people to grow and develop with us.  We actively recognise and reward success.

About our Graduate Programme                                                     

Our Graduate Management Scheme offers a small number of highly motivated graduates the chance to participate in a 24 month rotational programme. During 4 six month placements, management trainees will be given responsibility for real deliverables, both operational and project based. Trainees will develop a deep understanding of our business operations as well as the skills and competencies to deliver change and influence our business.  Performance will be measured and rotations will be bespoke to enable learning and growth in particular key areas.

Along with challenging rotations, Graduate Management Trainees can expect support in meeting their business and learning objectives – in the shape of formal learning opportunities - as well as a programme manager and mentor.

Whilst potentially coming from any degree background, the target graduate demonstrates, numeracy business savvy and commercial aptitude.

He or she;

• Is entrepreneurial, seeing opportunities for making or saving money
• Is confident and has the courage of his/her convictions
• Is self aware and willing to listen
• Takes ownership of their performance, learning from mistakes, not offering excuses for them.
• Is comfortable with change and ambiguity, thriving in a dynamic environment
• Has natural drive and motivation
• Excels in a team environment

Assessment will involve online tests and a selection centre.

Please note that rotations may be in either Jersey or London and graduate management trainees will need to be flexible on location in their first two years, in order to maximize their opportunities.  Support is naturally provided for those who need to spend time in a location other than their home location.

How to apply

Please use the button below to upload your CV and covering letter.

In your covering letter, please tell us why you are interested in CPA Global and what you hope to achieve through joining a programme such as ours.

Please also outline what you have learnt about yourself from your experience of being at university and how that might help you in the work place.

These questions are important and your success in being invited for interview will be determined in part by your answers.