What's the role
Are you ready to fast track your career in a global company with bold ambitions? Hilti's Outperformer Management Program is a two-year international graduate journey designed to prepare you for a future leadership role through real business responsibility, global exposure, and continuous development from day one. You will rotate across key business areas, beginning in sales and moving into strategic and international projects.
Along the way, you will receive leadership training, coaching from senior leaders and become part of a strong international network of fellow Outperformers. By the end of the program, you will be ready to take on a management role at Hilti.
Who is Hilti?
Hilti provides market-leading tools, software and services to the global construction sector. We are driven by innovation, quality and a culture that combines high performance with genuine care for our people. At Hilti, we don't just build tools, we also build careers. We operate in more than 120 countries and work every day to make construction safer, more productive and more sustainable. In 2024, Hilti was ranked the 5th Best Workplace in the world by the Great Place to Work® Institute.
What does the role involve?
The Outperformer Management Program is a structured and challenging journey designed to give you diverse experiences and prepare you for leadership. The program consists of four key rotations across two years:
- 12 months as an Account Manager in Denmark : Work directly with customers and gain hands on experience with our products, services, and solutions. This provides a strong foundation in Hilti's core business.
- 3 months at our national headquarters in Hvidovre : Lead a project within a functional area such as marketing, human resources, finance or operations.
- 6 months at our Northern European regional HQ in Manchester: Own a strategic project and gain international business experience.
- 3 months on an international project outside Northern Europe: Work on a high-impact assignment in a new market, developing your global perspective and intercultural skills.
Beyond structured learning and professional experience, you will connect with Outperformers from around the world, building a network of peers and leaders that will enrich your career and create lifelong connections.
What do we offer?
The Outperformer Management Program is a unique opportunity for ambitious graduates who want to grow fast and develop as future leaders. Highlights of the program include:
- Tailored leadership development at IMD Business School in Switzerland, leading to an official IMD qualification.
- Individualized business management training focused on leadership styles, communication skills, and behavioral profiles to strengthen your leadership capabilities.
- Global summit at Hilti's global headquarters in Liechtenstein, focusing on global strategy, teamwork and innovation.
- Social impact project where you participate in a hands-on community initiative, building homes for refugees in Bosnia, alongside your Outperformer cohort.
What you need is:
- You are a recent or upcoming graduate (2024-2026) with a master’s degree in international business, finance, strategy, management, marketing or a related field.
- You have at least three months of professional or international experience, for example through internship, work, or study abroad.
- You are fluent in both Danish and English. This is a requirement; applicants without this will not be considered.
- You have a strong analytical mindset, with the ability to solve complex problems.
- You are motivated, results-driven and eager to take on projects and drive them to completion.
- You have an excellent academic track record and a passion for tackling new challenges.
Who should apply?
The Outperformer Management Program is designed for graduates who are ready to take on real challenges, grow into leadership roles and make an impact in a global business. This program is for ambitious graduates who want to lead. With personalized coaching, impactful projects and cross-border experiences, this program sets you up for long term success at Hilti.
We ask you to upload your CV and motivational letter. If your profile matches what we are looking for, we will invite you to complete a short video interview.
The recruitment process includes:
- Online assessments
- A phone interview with our recruitment team
- An interview with leaders from the Danish organization
- A virtual "day in the life" experience with an Account Manager
- An Assessment Centre in Manchester on 6 November 2025
If you have any questions or need support with your application, please contact DKTeamRecruiting@hilti.com
Application deadline: 10 October 2025. We review applications on a rolling basis.
What you can expect after you apply:
1. All applications are personally reviewed by our recruitment team.
2. Once you have submitted your application, you will receive automated confirmations and regular updates through our system, managed by our recruitment team
3. We aim to get back to you within 2-3 weeks on average.
4. Please note: Due to the high number of applications, we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not selected after the initial screening.
To support you throughout the process, we have gathered answers to frequently asked questions here FAQs | Hilti Careers , and you can find helpful interview tips here: Interview Tips | Hilti Careers
