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Outperformer - Global Management Development Program

What's the role?

We’re looking for the next generation of high-performing, multi-lingual, post-graduate talents to take our company forward. Hilti Outperformer is a Global Management Development Program like no other, with real responsibility from day one.

Who is Hilti?

Hilti is where innovation is improving productivity, safety and sustainability in the global construction industry, and beyond. Where strong customer relationships are creating solutions that build a better future. Where there is pride and a sense of belonging across our 120 locations, carrying right into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging their potential, owning their personal development and growing lasting careers.

What does the role involve?

Hilti Outperformer is a global management development program like no other. Over a two-year period, we’ll prepare you for a global leadership career by putting you at the center of our customer-focused business model. It’s fast paced and challenging, but we’ll coach and mentor you while broadening you experience through a range of international tasks, and an impactful social project.We offer either a business and finance track and both are split into four main stages of work.

Business Track:

  • 12 months as an account manager; 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 market organisation project
  • 6 months on a strategic regional project
  • 3 months on an international project outside of the META region
Finance Track:
  • 12 months as an account manager. You’ll get hands-on experience and a deep insight into the core of our business – our customers, products, services and software
  • 2 months on a local accounting project
  • 4 months on a regional financial project
  • 6 months on a strategic financial project outside the META region

Hilti encourages long term career opportunities. More than 30% of our employees are already part of the Hilti family for more than 10 years.

What do we offer?

how 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. You’ll also take part in some valuable courses and events to support your development:

  • 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.
  • 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 will graduate in 2023, with a master’s degree as a minimum; your degree is likely to be in business management, engineering or finance, but we will consider all others if you can prove you have a mind for business
  • You have at least three months, but no more than 3 years, of working experience; you will have just started your career and want an opportunity where you can perform well and progress
  • You have an affiliation with the Middle East, Turkey or Africa regions either through birth, education or work experience
  • You’re multilingual – at least fluent in English and one other language – 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
  • Who should apply?

    You would be joining a company ranked 8th globally as a Great Place to Work. We’ll give you the necessary resources you need to excel in your role, including one-on-one coaching, and a complete support network to help you day to day. We’ll offer you opportunities to move around the business – to work abroad, experience different job functions and tackle different markets.

    Hilti will put their trust in you, giving you ample opportunity and freedom to grow and develop. What we want in return is someone who will not only go the extra mile, but also be the right culture add, someone who will embrace change, and someone with the talent to move the business forward in their field of work.


    Please note, the preselection questions upon application are mandatory - we are unable to consider you as a candidate if they are not completed.

    Once shortlisted, the interview process will begin in early March and will consist of several stages: a video screening, face-to-face interviews, a field ride and an assessment center which will be held in May. The program will begin in July 2024.

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    Join the team that keeps a market leader moving forward, growing our capability, guiding our growth and managing risk.  

    Join the team that keeps a market leader moving forward, growing our capability, guiding our growth and managing risk.  

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