Aldi climbs the Graduate Recruitment Ladder

The recent announcement of the Times Top 100 Graduate Employers Survey 2006-2007 sees Aldi climb to 12th place, its highest ranking yet.

Rising 10 places, Aldi is ahead of all major retail competitors, such as Marks and Spencer, Tesco, Asda, Boots and the John Lewis Partnership.

For the fifth consecutive year, Aldi has been ranked within the top 25 graduate employers, achieving 22nd place in last yearís survey but has climbed the ladder this year and entered the top 15 for the very first time.

Peter Casey, Regional Managing Director for Aldi said: ìWe are delighted with this yearís ranking. Our position reflects the ongoing dedication of our enthusiastic and hard working trainers and the continual motivation of the graduates and their positive approach to the scheme. Aldiís management philosophy and delegation really are key to the businessí success. We offer graduates rewards well above the average. Our expectations may be high but so is the level of job satisfaction.î

Aldi offers a market leading package in return for a demanding area management-training programme. Its unrivalled graduate offer includes a 38, 000 starting salary, rising to 54, 500 after 3 years and an Audi A4.

Graduates receive comprehensive training for the role of Area Manager. It covers all aspects of retail management, from store operations through to administration, logistics and property management.

Aldi are looking to recruit 90 graduates this year who enjoy making decisions and take real satisfaction from achieving results. To apply, applicants are asked to visit www.aldi.com.