Starting in September 2025, the Edwards Evolve Programme is designed to develop graduates at pace for a career in a truly global organisation. Supporting the development of a global mindset early so colleagues are ready to go any place at any time to support our growth. The programme has a clear focus to build graduates professional capability over a 2-year period where they will rotate and work cross-functionally in roles with real responsibility whilst continuously testing and developing skills. 

The role

Your mission is to support the organisation by developing key analytical skills across a variety of disciplines. Supporting our teams to understand the root cause analysis for business problems, defining business outcomes and the ways to achieve them as well as driving key change initiatives.  You will hold various roles as you rotate between the core Digital, Data and Transformation specialist teams within the organisation. You will support transformational projects that shape the future of our organisation by drawing out trends and insight from data. You will collaborate with global teams to enhance our processes and procedures to better serve our customers and be responsible for cascading information for executive level presentations that inform key decision making. 

As part of the Edwards Evolve Graduate Programme, you will participate in a 2 year structured rotational programme that explores various aspects of digital, data and transformation, including but not limited to: 

• Digital strategy development and execution 

• Emerging technologies such as AI 

• Data analytics and business intelligence 

• Project management and agile methodologies 

• You will have first-hand experience working on projects alongside experienced employees to gain practical insights into data, digital and transformation activities. 
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business challenges, propose digital solutions, and contribute to the development of technology-driven strategies. 
• You will be supported by a mentor from within Edwards to help navigate career paths and share key industry insights. 
• You will participate in continuous learning through workshops, training sessions, and access to industry-leading resources to enhance technical and soft skills. 
• You will contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions, driving innovation within the company. 
• You will build a strong professional network by connecting with colleagues, mentors, and fellow programme participants. 

About you

• You are a graduate with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or a current graduate on track to graduate in 2025 (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Data Science). 

• You have a strong passion for digital and data driven activities and transformation. 

• You have excellent communication and people skills. 

• You possess an analytical mindset and good problem-solving abilities. 

• You work well in a team and adapt to a fast-paced environment. 

• You are eager to learn and a have a proactive attitude. 

• You can demonstrate good organisational, time management and personal management skills - self-reliance and the ability to take initiative. 

• You have advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills. 

• You are globally mobile and happy to relocate during the programme to one of our international locations.  

• You are fluent in Chinese and  English, as this is our internal language. 

What you'll get from us

• A competitive starting salary and bonus 

• Experience with working with a diverse global team, with opportunities for global career progression. 

• A learning culture which will support you on your journey. 

• A culture known for respectful interaction, ethical behavior, and integrity. 

• New challenges and new things to learn every day. 

• You will experience an onboarding program, including guidance by a personal buddy. 

• We support you and your well-being with different programs like running groups, family parties, team events, and more. 

• Are you missing something? Help shape it and bring in your ideas. 

Job location 

This role is based at our Qingdao office. International travel will be required, and an international assignment will form part of the programme.  

What to expect 

The next stage of the application process are online tests and video interviews. We will send you an email within a few weeks of your applying to let you know if your application is being progressed.  

Should you be successful, we will be running the assessment centres in Shanghai in March 2025.