Graduate

CF Corporation

Dubai, UAE

Full Time

Entry

Hybrid

3 weeks ago

Data AnalysisMarket ResearchStrategic ThinkingCommunicationProblem Solving

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We are expanding our 2026 graduate programme and are currently seeking additional candidates to join the next intake both local nationals and intentional talent.
Please note that if you have already applied to us this year, we kindly ask that you wait at least nine months before submitting a new application.

CF Corporation is a global leader in human capital and technology, with a track record of operating, investing, and advising since 1982.
The group spans 119 countries through a network of 30 companies, structured across four core pillars: Human Capital, Technology, Investments, and Philanthropy.

CF Corporation’s London based Graduate Programme is a structured, three year development pathway designed to identify high potential individuals and accelerate them into well rounded, commercially effective professionals.
The programme is open to final year undergraduate students and graduates with up to three years of professional experience.
Participants gain exposure across CF Corporation’s portfolio of 30 businesses, working across multiple industries and operating at the intersection of advisory, investment, and operational roles.
From day one, you will contribute to live projects, working on real client engagements with tangible outcomes.
The programme offers flexibility: you may choose to specialise within a single function over the full three years or rotate across three different functions, spending one year in each.

You will analyse real business situations and contribute clear, practical solutions aligned to CF Corporation’s strategic priorities.
This includes working through ambiguity, adapting quickly, learning fast, and delivering work that moves things forward.
You will work closely with experienced colleagues across the business, bringing fresh perspective where it adds value.
From the outset, you’ll be involved in meaningful initiatives with genuine responsibility – developing your judgement, capability, and confidence by doing the work, not observing it.

You can take in information quickly, make sense of it, and form a clear point of view.
You approach problems with structure and judgement, and you are comfortable making decisions with imperfect data.
You bring pace, resilience, and follow through, and you work effectively with others without needing excessive direction.
You can hold your own in professional conversations, listen to alternative perspectives, and use them to sharpen thinking and outcomes rather than dilute them.
This role suits people who are curious, commercially minded, and prepared to be accountable for the quality of their work.
You must have completed your degree by the time you are part of our program.
We consider any degree or subject and although your grade indicates your ability to absorb data and apply it, your degree grade does not influence your chance of applying to us and being interviewed.

Data: We hire graduates throughout the year. Your initial step is to apply to our program with your LinkedIn profile. We do not require a CV or covering letter.
Feedback: Due to the sheer number of people that apply to us, we are unfortunately unable to provide feedback. Rest assured, we will review your application with care and you can reapply to us after at least 12 months has passed but not before this time.
Interview: We will invite you for an initial interview with our HR team, followed by a call with one of our Partners across our firm. We will not ask you technical questions, but we will better understand your capacity to think, motivation and life experience.
Subject to the initial interview round, the second round will require you to attend our one day event at one of our locations, where we have you be part of exercises involving other applicants.

An annual base salary of 36,000 AED and up to 50,000 AED / month, depending on years of experience and degree level (Bachelor, Master, PhD), this includes allowances travel and housing
Bonus program of on target bonus of 20% of base salary and up to 100% for high achievers
Accelerated career progression over three years with up to 20 % annual increase in base salary per annum based upon personal performance
Hybrid working is embedded in the fabric of our firm. Depending upon your role, we offer work from home, office or hybrid elsewhere for a period of time.
Full healthcare including dental coverage for self and if you have an immediate family
Pension program with a non contributory scheme of 12% of base salary per annum and options how your pension is invested with our preferred asset manager
Relocation is provided by the company for personal items and accommodation for the first six months upon joining
Opportunity to take one career break for up to six months and use this time for self or other
You will have a dedicate mentor for your career development pathway, built around real work, feedback, and exposure to senior leaders

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Read about our portfolio entities at: https://thecfcorp.com

CF Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We make hiring decisions based on capability, experience, and potential, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We value diverse perspectives and are committed to creating a fair, inclusive working environment where people are judged on the quality of their work and contribution.