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Entry Level Grad Scheme

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Up to £28000 per annum + plus OTE, and much more!
Date posted:
7 October 2025
Reference:
PR-1448847

Entry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management)

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Fact Number 1 - Many students attend university with no discernible career plan and many decide on a career completely unrelated to their field of study.

Fact Number 2 - There is an abundance of fantastic graduate opportunities, and a candidate driven marketplace means that you're in a stronger position than ever before to take advantage of them.

Fact Number 3 - If you keep reading, it could be one of the best career decisions you ever make.

At Pareto, we have range of entry level graduate schemes where we deliver award winning training and you reap the benefits. Excellent growth potential and support networks, as well as fantastic packages and flexible, remote working options are all on offer.

If you're a relationship builder looking to launch a lucrative career rooted in a commercial, B2B setting, with excellent scope to develop professionally, joining companies with top tier cultures, then we have the opportunity for you!

You need:

  • A degree in any discipline
  • Ambition and a willingness to learn
  • Solid interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and a strong work ethic

The package for this opportunity:

  • A competitive basic salary of £28k, with OTE taking your total package higher
  • Excellent progression, learning and development potential
  • Regular socials in a welcoming, inclusive environment
  • Lucrative bonus and incentive schemes
  • Fantastic bespoke training and on-going support

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Pareto is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from all, irrespective of background or circumstance. Our consultants are happy to discuss any adjustments you require in support of your application.

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