Commercial Partnerships Graduate Scheme

Thank you for your interest in applying for this TfL Graduate Scheme.  

The application will contain a series of questions to establish your eligibility. Please read through the eligibility criteria below carefully and ensure that you are eligible before applying.  

It is important that you take great care in reading and answering these questions as we will not be able to revert your application if an error is made.  

Please Note: We only allow one application for any of our Graduate or internship schemes per year. Any subsequent applications will be withdrawn.  

Commercial Partnerships, Film and Media Graduate  

Help grow the iconic ‘London brand’  

Fun Fact/What makes us different?  

Commercial Partnerships, Film and Media offers a unique blend of commercial strategy and creativity.  From supporting film shoots for major production companies and delivering innovative brand activations across the network, to overseeing the installation of new advertising assets, you'll be at the centre of high-profile initiatives that generate revenue while enhancing London's cultural and customer experience. 

Salary

£32,250, rising to £33,500 in the second year.  

Location

London/Hybrid  

Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between multiple office locations including with our media partners and home, over a 4-week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements.  Some on-site work (eg. film locations) will also be required.  

What we offer

You will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow. Rewards vary according to the business area but mostly include:  

• Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household  

• Final salary pension scheme  

• Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel  

• 30 days Annual leave (Pro rata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays 

• Private healthcare discounted scheme  

• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme  

• Retail, health, leisure and travel offers & many more  

Duration

2 years 

Entry requirements

A minimum of 2.2 in media or commercial related degree subject.  

Please be advised that should you be successful in getting an offer for this graduate scheme, your offer will be subject to a satisfactory medical which may include but is not limited to: drugs and alcohol screening, eye test and hearing test.    

Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the scheme, as at the start date.  This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa scheme.  If you do not have the right to work in the UK, or only have a right to work here for a limited time which is lesser than the duration of the scheme, you should be aware that TfL will be unable to sponsor you for this role. 

Proposed start date

6th September 2027

Job overview

TfL is the beating heart of London, globally recognised, locally loved. Our commercial partnerships, film and media teams make the most of our true London brand to leverage over £200 million in non-fare revenue to the business. As the third largest revenue stream for the business, it is essential for our teams to continue to work with the advertising, film and brand licensing industries to deliver growth in exciting and innovative ways. 

What will I be doing?

As a graduate, your 2-year development programme will be made up of up to 4 six-month placement rotations. Our aim is to equip you with the range of skills and experience you need for a successful career. 

We also understand that everyone’s career is different, so every graduate’s journey is unique. 

Here’s an idea of what yours could look like in Commercial Partnerships, Film and Media: 

Placement 1 - TfL Film Office - 6 months

The Film Office facilitates filming across the network, whether this is a small fashion shoot, a vibrant music video or large Netflix production. Some of the well-known productions we have accommodated on the TfL network include James Bond, Killing Eve, Sherlock, Luther, Paddington, All of Us Strangers and Slow Horses. 

• Showcase our unique filming locations across the network from live locations to unique historical disused stations to our key clients such as location managers and directors.   

• Working with the internal B2B marketing team, as well as production marketing teams and publicists, to gather behind the scenes footage and shots to promote our locations to the wider film and TV production industry.  

• Supervise production shoots on our network ensuring health & safety is being followed and shoots run smoothly. 

Placement 2 - Brand Licensing - 6 months

The Brand Licensing team is responsible for protecting the TfL brand and its creative assets, from the iconic Roundel to the distinctive moquette patterns found across the network. A public poll by the UK intellectual Property Office placed the TfL Roundel in the top 10 most iconic trademarks.   

The team works with a wide range of partners to bring the TfL brand to life through innovative licensing opportunities. Over the past year, this has included launching a collection of tech accessories with CASETiFYi, expanding the successful socks range with the London Sock Company, and tube line themed handbags with PomPom, and launching our third on-demand printed clothing collection with Uniqlo. 

• Meet with our brand partners to create marketing content that drive sales of our licensed products  

• Work with our agency IMG to secure new partnerships and produce TfL licensed products to high specifications, for sale internationally.  

• Work with our lawyers to ensure our trademarks are registered across various categories that support our commercial activities from licensed product through to location-based entertainment. 

Placement 3 - Commercial Partnerships & Experiential – 6 months

The Commercial Partnerships & Experiential team works directly with brands and media agencies to create unique and memorable experiences across the TfL network through innovative collaborative partnerships.  

In 2026, the team celebrated Warburtons' 150th anniversary with a complete takeover of Baker Street station, renamed Canary Wharf station to 'KANEary Wharf' in recognition of England captain Harry Kane with Skechers, and most recently brought Audible stories to life through an immersive takeover of the King's Cross Northern line ticket hall. These high-profile activations demonstrate how the network can be transformed into a powerful platform for storytelling, brand engagement and cultural moments. 

• Learning about the brand marketplace and how TfL Commercial Partnerships fits into this landscape. Contributing to ideation sessions and sales pitches to major brands and agencies.  

• Supporting with the delivery of partnerships, from accompanying brands on station tours to approve the sites and spaces they’ll have their campaign, to briefing both internal and external stakeholders throughout the process on any updates.  

• Identifying new opportunities across the network to monetise as a commercial partnership, creating compelling sales presentations that can be taken out to the market.  

Placement 4 – Commercial Media (Advertising) – 6 months

Commercial Media plays a vital role in generating revenue for TfL by managing and developing one of the UK's largest and most diverse advertising estates. The team works with many media partners including Global, JCDecaux, Build Hollywood and Marketing Force to deliver advertising opportunities across the transport network, from traditional posters, digital advertising screens and new innovative ideas including digital corridor wraps. 

• Working with the team and internal stakeholders to develop the Advertising Annual Report including collating topics, writing articles and overseeing the production ensuring its publication on the TfL website in a timely fashion. 

• Research, develop and deliver Equality Impact Assessment (EqIA) documents for proposed new advertising assets and innovations. 

• Develop an understanding of TfL's Advertising Policy and application, and support in sharing best practice with other cities, the drafting of responses to Mayors Questions and customer concerns about advertising on the network. 

• Deliver Music on the Underground bookings as and when by coordinating bookings with engineering company Telent and liaising with Global our media partner. 

Sustainability

Sustainability is intrinsic to TfL’s work ethos, and we ensure that we operate in a sustainable way to protect and regenerate the natural world. 

Along with the rest of the business we strive to make TfL a strong green heartbeat for London and embedding ethical sustainability practices into our partner and commercial contracts, from reducing waste to utilising new carbon efficient technologies.  

Where can this career take me?

Working across all four placements you will gain valuable and well-rounded experience of commercial and brand management, plus exposure to a variety of markets, stakeholders and diverse opportunities that could lead you to a variety for roles. These could include working at either TfL, our suppliers or in the wider industry (including but not limited to brand licensing executive, partnerships executive, marketing executive, film office executive, advertising lead, client account manager, production executive, events executive).  

Graduates who complete this scheme can move into a variety of roles both within the Commercial Partnerships area and beyond.  

What training and support will you get?

Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of training, mentoring, and networking.  

You'll also receive one-to-one guidance throughout the programme from your:  

Placement manager: Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development  

Scheme sponsor: A senior manager who acts as a technical and professional adviser and has line manager responsibility  

Buddy: Usually, an apprentice or graduate who gives support to you and ensures that you feel welcomed in the organisation  

What do we look for?

Our core values at TfL are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are: 

• Caring about our colleagues, our customers and our work  

• Open to each other, to new ideas and to working together  

• Adaptable to diverse needs and willing to innovate  

Application Process