UNIQLO (Australia) Management Candidate (UMC) Graduate Program - 2027 Intake

As the leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, UNIQLO has more than 2,500 stores around the world, Australia stands as a key market for UNIQLO in establishing its brand in the Asia and Oceania. UNIQLO opened the first store in Melbourne, in April 2014, and as of today has expanded to 41 stores including EC business.

To support our continued business expansion in Australia, we are actively recruiting new graduates to join UNIQLO as UNIQLO Management Candidates (UMC). 

Why join UNIQLO?

UNIQLO follows a merit-based approach: if you have the talent, regardless of when you joined the company or your age, even after just a few years you may be entrusted with the management of a large-scale store, manage a more complex business with a greater store size, sales volume, staff number, customer footfall, and product range.

What you’ll do as a UMC:

As a UNIQLO Management Candidate (UMC), your journey begins in one of our Australian stores, with the goal of becoming a UNIQLO Store Manager within 12 months. From day one, you’ll learn from the ground up—starting with foundational tasks such as cleaning, folding, and replenishment—to fully understand and embody UNIQLO’s operational standards and customer-first philosophy. Throughout the program, you’ll also receive hands-on training in core retail management skills, including:

• Delivering UNIQLO’s exceptional customer service and maintaining brand experience;

• Supervising, motivating, and developing your team to drive performance and retention;

• Creating and managing effective work schedules to ensure smooth store operations;

• Assessing and implementing visual merchandising to meet brand guidelines;

• Monitoring inventory levels and identifying operational improvements to drive efficiency.

You’ll go through monthly evaluations with your manager and our training center to track your development, identify areas for growth, and prepare for your Store Manager promotion interview after 12 months.

At UNIQLO, we help you build the skills and knowledge to grow your career. Successful UMC will progress to Store Manager and, over time, explore opportunities in senior store operational roles or challenge other functional roles.

Your career path:

Once promoted, you will manage your own multi-million-dollar store. Every six months, you will have the opportunity to take on greater challenges. You will progress to Senior Store Manager, overseeing larger-scale operations, then advance to Area Manager, managing multiple store locations. With continued success, you could grow into the role of General Operations Manager, with responsibility for operations across various states.

In addition to the retail career track, Store Managers may also explore opportunities in corporate roles at our Melbourne Store Support Centre, or take on international leadership roles within our global talent pipeline.

Who can apply:

• You will or have recently completed a Bachelor's degree (or above) in any discipline (graduate between June 2025 to January 2027)

• Australian or New Zealand citizens / Australia permanent residents at the time of application.

• Flexible to work during store operation hours on a roster basis including some evenings and public holidays.

• Willingness to relocate throughout Australia at the start of the program (currently we have stores in WA/SA/QLD/VIC/NSW/ACT).

About you:

We’re looking for future global business leaders—not just those who are a fit for today, but who will grow with us for the long term. To thrive as a UMC, you should strive to—or already—demonstrate the following:

• A Passion for Retail: You have a genuine interest in the retail industry and understand both the opportunities and challenges of working in a fast-paced store environment.

• Commitment to Excellence: You continuously pursue improvement and aim for the highest standards in everything you do.

• Leadership Ambition: You are eager to lead a team and inspire others through your own actions and work ethic.

• Market Insight: You possess a strong understanding of the Australian retail and clothing industry and can communicate your insights clearly and logically.

What we offer

• Full-time, permanent contract

• Annual Salary $90,720 (Including superannuation)

• A Fully Merit-Based Culture - Performance Bonus twice a year and Global Profit Sharing after 1 financial year of service

• Opportunities to work in different states in Australia, with Employee relocation assistance (where applicable)

• Employee Discount up to 30%

Application Process

STEP 1: Submit your application online

STEP 2: Company Information Session/Online Competency Test

STEP 3: First Interview

STEP 4: 1.5 Days Store Internship / Store Assessment

STEP 5: Final Interview

STEP 6: Background Check

OFFER (Commence in 2027)