Graduate Rotational Programme

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Nujoom Al Ghad Academy – 12-month Emirati Graduate Rotational Programme (UAE Nationals Only)
Start Date: 1st December 2026
Lilly is a global pharmaceutical leader with a heritage spanning 150 years, founded in Indianapolis in 1876. Today, Lilly is recognized as the world’s number one pharmaceutical company by market capitalization, reflecting its strong innovation pipeline, global scale, and leadership in addressing some of the most significant health challenges worldwide.
About the Programme
Nujoom Al Ghad Academy is Lilly's 12-month graduate rotational programme for UAE nationals, designed to build the next generation of Emirati talent within our Gulf Affiliate. This is not a placement into a single role — it's a structured journey across multiple functions, giving graduates broad exposure to how a global pharmaceutical company operates, while building the skills to grow into a permanent career at Lilly.
Over the course of the programme, graduates will rotate through multiple functions, including Sales, Market Access, Marketing, Medical, Regulatory, and Corporate Affairs supported throughout by a dedicated mentor and peer coach, structured onboarding at each rotation, and a clear path toward placement into a permanent role.
What You'll Gain
Hands-on exposure across core commercial, medical, and enterprise functions
A structured onboarding at the start of every rotation
A mentor and peer coach for the full duration of the programme
Regular feedback to help you understand your strengths, build confidence, and continuously improve throughout each rotation
The opportunity of a permanent role at Lilly based on your performance, strengths and interests
Who We're Looking For
UAE national graduates from 2025 or 2026 with a degree in Pharmacy, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related field
Strong communication skills, curiosity, and a genuine interest in the healthcare/pharmaceutical sector
Comfortable working across diverse, cross-functional teams and keen to build your career within a global pharmaceutical company
Programme Details
Duration: 12 months with full-time opportunities following the graduate programme
Location: UAE (Gulf Affiliate)
Start Date: 1st December 2026

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