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ContentBritish American Tobacco - The Challenge Initiative
Required skillsLeadership Team working Problem solving Communication Creativity Commercial Awareness Pressure Resistance Flexibility Networking DescriptionThe Challenge Initiative is our graduate development programme, extending over two years and designed to prepare our next generation of leaders.
Learning We take a constant interest in your progress, conducting regular appraisals and offering the support and resources you need. We encourage individuals to enhance their skills and knowledge through learning from internal and external sources. We believe that working with role models is important and gaining meaningful coaching and feedback will enhance your personal development. We firmly believe that you should be in the driver's seat. During regular discussions, your coach and mentor will encourage you to take charge of your own development and to actively manage your career with us. Truly global Wherever you join us and whatever function you choose, our objective is the same – we're looking for people who can grow beyond geographical and functional boundaries to pursue personal and business success. Views from graduates who have joined us around the world "Working with people from different cultural backgrounds was for me a challenge and an opportunity to broaden my horizons." (Switzerland) "I was attracted to British American Tobacco by the graduate scheme and because I had heard that the training was really, really good. I wanted the challenge of working in a company with high expectations." (Papua New Guinea) "The most important element of working here for me has been the open-minded culture. Everyone is interested in your work and there is a working atmosphere I had never experienced before." (Germany) "In the two years I've been here I've learned a lot – not least that British American Tobacco's culture is amazing: it gives you the chance to have a fluent dialogue with your managers and to participate constantly in the company's various activities." (Argentina) "The most striking thing about British American Tobacco is its working environment. You get used to a winning culture where nothing is impossible." (Bangladesh) "The Challenge Initiative has enabled me to develop cross-functional managerial skills, with a vision of what is best for the organisation as a whole." (El Salvador) "From the beginning British American Tobacco has challenged me. Even the recruitment process was challenging, though it gave me a deep sense of satisfaction once it was over because of the effort I'd put in." (Argentina) Training and development
Our approach to your early training and career development reflects our recognition that getting the right start is crucial to building a successful career. After the programSo what happens after the Challenge Initiative programme? The reward for demonstrating the necessary performance and commitment is your first management post in British American Tobacco.
If the Challenge Initiative programme provides a foundation for your functional, managerial and business awareness development, your next step is to build on the skills you have learned and to start fulfilling your long term aspirations. With support, information and encouragement from us, you can play an important role in identifying this next step. The key is to use your initiative. You should tell us where you want to go. Your formal learning opportunities don’t stop with the end of the Challenge Initiative. We’re committed to continuing to develop you throughout your career with a wealth of open learning resources as well as functional, managerial skills and business awareness training aimed at helping you to learn at your own pace in your own location. RequirementsWe are looking to recruit the very best people. You’re looking for the best outlet for your talents. We look forward to hearing from you.
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