Run a pub

The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) Academy is offering a comprehensive two‑year graduate development programme offering hands‑on experience across the pubs and brewing sector, and we’re delighted to be taking part. The two-year programme will offer practical, on-the-job experience, technical skills, and develop workshops and seminars, giving you a taster of all aspects across the business.

Everards have teamed up with Admiral Taverns, based in Chester and McMullen, based in Hertford on our two-year programme, so you’ll spend 8 months at each business - a unique opportunity to spend time in each location learning about three different businesses.

The graduate scheme has been developed by the British Beer and Pub Association and is offered by a number of national and regional brewers and pub companies. Participating companies include Timothy Taylor’s, as well as Molson Coors Brewing Company UK, Greene King, Star Pubs, Admiral Taverns, McMullen, Everards, Hall & Woodhouse, Adnams, Robinsons Brewery & Pubs, Daniels Thwaites and St. Austell Brewery. Graduates will be able to specify their company preference.

The full-time two-year programme will commence in September 2026. Applications are welcomed from final-year undergraduates, graduates within the last two years and degree apprentices. No specific degree discipline or final grade is required. Experience in hospitality, retail or other people-facing jobs is advantageous but not mandatory.

Successful candidates will be offered a two-year fixed-term contract, a competitive salary (circa £30,000), 25 days holiday, plus benefits.

Please note that sponsorship of overseas applicants is not available.

For the information pack, click here

Closing date for applications: Sunday 11 January 2026. Final interviews and assessment centres will take place during February and March 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact graduates@beerandpub.com

To apply for the scheme with Everards, Admiral Taverns and McMullen, click BBPA Academy - Apply to access AssessFirst. You will be asked to create a candidate profile, complete three short online assessments and upload your CV. That’s it!