Graduate Program - UNIQLO Management Candidate Program (Aug 2025)

UNIQLO Management Candidate (UMC) Program)

Who We Are

UNIQLO is the leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, operating over 2,500 stores across 26 markets worldwide. Australia is a key market for UNIQLO in building our presence across the Asia and Oceania region. Since launching our first store at Emporium Melbourne in April 2014, we’ve grown to 39 stores across VIC, NSW, SA, WA, QLD, and ACT (as of November 2024).

To support our continued expansion in Australia, we’re inviting new graduates to join us as UNIQLO Management Candidates (UMC).

What You’ll Do as a UMC

As a UNIQLO Management Candidate, your journey begins in one of our Australian stores with the goal of becoming a Store Manager within 12 months.

You’ll be supported by our Training Department and your Store Manager from day one. Your training will start with hands-on, foundational tasks—such as folding, replenishing, and cleaning—to help you understand and embody UNIQLO’s high operational standards and customer-first mindset.

You’ll also be trained in key retail management areas including:

• Delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining UNIQLO’s brand experience
• Implementing visual merchandising in line with brand guidelines
• Supervising, motivating, and developing team members to drive performance and engagement
• Creating and managing effective work schedules
• Monitoring inventory levels and identifying operational improvements for efficiency

Your progress will be evaluated monthly to prepare you for your Store Manager promotion interview after 12 months.

Your Career Path

Once promoted, you’ll take ownership of a multi-million-dollar store. With strong performance, you’ll continue to grow through:

• Senior Store Manager – Leading larger teams and high-traffic locations
• Area Manager – Managing multiple stores across a region
• General Operations Manager – Overseeing business performance across states

Additionally, you may explore roles in our Melbourne Store Support Centre or move into international leadership roles as part of our global talent pipeline.

Who Can Apply

To be eligible, you must:

• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident at the time of application
• Have recently completed or be on track to complete a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) between 2023 and 2025
• Be available to start full-time from August 2025
• Be flexible to relocate within Australia (we have stores in WA, SA, VIC, NSW, and ACT)
• Be available to work on a roster basis, including evenings and public holidays

Let’s Talk About You

We’re looking for future global business leaders. To thrive as a UMC, you should have or be developing the following:

• A Passion for Retail – You’re genuinely interested in the retail space and excited by a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to Excellence – You continuously strive for the highest standards
• Leadership Ambition – You’re eager to lead, take initiative, and inspire through your actions
• Market Insight – You understand the Australian retail and apparel industry and can communicate your ideas clearly

Why Join Us?

1. Develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset

Gain real-world business knowledge through daily store operations, hands-on decision-making, and continuous feedback.

2. Fully Merit-Based Culture

Performance comes first—advance quickly based on your impact, not your tenure.

3. Regular Career Development

Biannual career reviews with HR and your manager help you stay on track with your goals and explore expanded opportunities.

4. Global Exposure

Attend the Fast Retailing Global Convention in Japan with store managers from around the world and bring home global best practices.

5. Perks and Benefits

• Employee discounts up to 30%
• Profit Sharing Plan for employees
• Attractive bonus structure (paid twice per year)
• Relocation assistance for moves across states (where applicable)
• Opportunities to travel to Japan for our Global Convention

Next Steps

Ready to launch a rewarding career and change the world through clothing?

Apply Now—we’d love to hear from you!