What's the Role?
Are you a recent (or almost) graduate? Do you want to work abroad and become part of management? Hilti Outperformer is a global management development program like no other, with real responsibility from day one.
Who is Hilti?
We provide leading-edge tools, technologies, software and services for the global construction sector. We have a proud heritage, built over 75 years, and a worldwide reputation for pioneering products and exceptional service.
With 34,000 people in more than 120 countries, which we’re looking to expand, we’re a great place for you to show us your worth, step up to new challenges and grow your career.
What does the role involve?
Hilti Outperformer is a two-year program , where you’ll quickly be involved in a range of international projects, with lots of exposure to senior management. It’s fast paced and challenging, but we’ll closely coach and mentor you. The program is split into four main stages of work:
12 months as an account manager in Hungary. You’ll get hands-on experience and a deep insight into the core of our business – our customers, products, services and software;
3 months on an operational project at national headquarters in Budapest. It could be Logistics, HR, Finance, Marketing or Engineering;
6 months on a strategic project at regional headquarters (Prague);
3 months on an international project outside the Eastern Europe.
We want your thirst to learn, courage to challenge and desire to improve things, including yourself.
Hilti has ranked 5th on the world’s best workplace list for 2024! We are extremely proud of this global recognition and see this as a testament to our employees across the world who make Hilti a truly great place to work.
What do we offer?
Show us what you can do and, in return, we promise you the experience of a lifetime, the opportunity to work internationally, and a fast-track career in global senior management with an unlimited contract. We offer a genuine career advancement, more than 80 % of all leadership roles are filled internally. You’ll also take part in some fascinating courses and events:
- Leadership development program – a comprehensive learning journey with IMD business school in Lausanne, Switzerland, with a qualification from IMD;
- Business management training – individual training at Hilti. A focus on behavioral profiles, personal strengths, leadership styles and communication skills;
- Global summit – 4-5 days at our global headquarters in Liechtenstein. A look at the way global business units function, plus soft skills like situational leadership and international teamwork with involvement of the Hilti Executive Board;
- Social project – 7-8 days ‘building a better future’. A hands-on and hugely impactful community project, like our recent house building for displaced refugees in Bosnia.
What you need is:
- You’ve recently graduated, or you’re preparing to graduate in 2025, with a master’s degree or PhD. Your degree is likely to be in business management or engineering , but we will consider subjects like economics, politics or international studies if you can prove you have a mind for our business.
- You’ve spent at least three months in a professional environment, like an internship, apprenticeship or work experience, or have just started your career and want an opportunity where you can perform well and progress;
- You’re multilingual – fluent in Hungarian and in English – and you’ve gained international experience during your work or studies abroad.
- You’re mature and assertive, curious and committed. You’re a flexible team player with good communication and social skills. You’re a global thinker, interested in general management topics, keen for intercultural experiences and opportunities working abroad.
Why should you apply?
With the Hilti Outperformer program, you will have an accelerated career towards a commercial leadership role. We have an excellent mix of people, which we believe makes for a more vibrant, more innovative, more productive team. So, if you’ve never worked in sales or construction, that’s not a problem. Success at Hilti is down to teamwork and ability, no matter what your background is.
Click through the ‘Apply Now’ button, upload your CV and answer a few short questions – the process should take around 90 seconds.
The formal process includes an online interview with our Recruiting Specialist. From there you will attend interviews with the members of the Hungarian leadership team, a day-in-the-life virtual ‘field ride’, and finally, the assessment centre in Prague (CZ). We cover your expenses if you have to travel to meet us.
Tempted to find out more? Go to Global Management Development Program
Interviews: February-May 2025
Field ride: after interviews
In-person Assessment Center: 26/27 May 2025 - Prague, Czech Republic
Application deadline: 30 April 2025. We will continuously review incoming applications!
If you need any support with your application please contact zsofia.csanko@hilti.com
