Management Trainee

Job Description

Job Description

At SIXT, we don't just hire for jobs - we build leadership careers. 1ST GEAR! is our global Management Trainee Program - a dynamic, 12-month journey designed to fast-track your way into a real leadership role. From day one, you’ll gain hands-on experience, take on responsibility, and develop the skills you need to lead in one of the world’s most innovative mobility companies. What makes this program unique? You don’t just complete it - you graduate into a leadership position. Whether it’s managing your own downtown branch or becoming part of a high-performing airport leadership team, your next career step is guaranteed.

We’re looking for ambitious, curious, and proactive individuals who are ready to roll up their sleeves and grow fast. If you want to make an impact, lead with confidence, and shape the future of mobility, 1ST GEAR! is your starting line.

YOUR ROLE AT SIXT

You take responsibility early, supporting KPIs, operational efficiency, and team success

You prepare for your landing role through real business challenges and a final assessment

You work in a Rental Sales Agent position to learn our business from the ground up

You deliver exceptional premium customer service by handling inquiries and resolving complaints

You rotate through core business functions like Sales, Customer Service, Fleet, and Performance Management

You collaborate closely with Branch Managers and Area Directors to learn leadership on the job

YOUR SKILLS MATTER

Growth mindset You have a completed bachelor degree or relevant experience in sales, customer service, and management

Leadership and entrepreneurial potential You have a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset, driven to lead - you don’t wait for instructions, you take the lead

Communication excellence You have strong communication skills in English (other languages are a plus)

Proactive attitude You work independently, solve problems, and take ownership

Agile flexibility You are open to rotating across different locations and branches

Mobility readiness You hold a valid driver’s license and have at least 1 year of driving experience

WHAT WE OFFER

Fast-track leadership development A structured 12-month program that sets you up for your first management role

Guaranteed leadership landing role Upon successful program completion

Career mobility & international growth Opportunities across functions, cities, and even countries

Paid Time Off & Sick Leave Recharge with PTO and sick leave to ensure a balanced work-life experience

Attractive compensation package Competitive base salary, performance-based bonus, and a company car (post-probation)

Exclusive employee benefits From discounted rentals and dry-cleaned uniforms to comprehensive healthcare and retirement plans

Additional Information

About the department:

As a mobility service provider, our Branches & Operations division is the point of contact with our customers: whether by phone, app or directly in our SIXT branches. This means: premium service directly to the customer, advice and sales in exchange and responsibility for the rental process of our premium fleet. As part of a team, it is easier to explain our products, find the best solution for the customer and manage the day-to-day business.

About us:

Full-time