We’re recruiting: Industry Based Learning (IBL) Program 2026

Be the change. Join our team.

At Mercedes-Benz, we like to do things differently. We are a balance of passion, professionalism and approachability. Our Head Office, based in Mulgrave, supporting a dynamic network across Australia, New Zealand has an established culture of support, collaboration, ensuring our service is exceptional, and our customers’ expectations are exceeded.

Becoming part of Mercedes-Benz means finding your individual role and workspace to unleash your talents to the fullest. It means becoming your best self in a global automotive company striving towards sustainable luxury. Empowered by visionary colleagues who share the same pioneering spirit. Together for excellence.

We believe our people make the difference. We proudly offer generous employee benefits, such as discounted car leasing and purchase options, volunteer leave and much more! Our passion for our people also extends to Employee Recognition and Reward programs, as well as, on-going investment and support in learning and development opportunities.

Our 2026 IBL Program:

·        Full-time, 12-14 month paid role to kick-start your career with a prestigious global brand

·        Commencing as soon as possible in June/July with potential opportunities to stay on with the company following the conclusion of the program

·        Flexible working hours available to accommodate study commitments

·        Enriching professional work experience in a large corporate business Head Office, combined with development and training opportunities

·        Real work experience that will give you a competitive advantage

·        Work in a collaborative, supportive and agile work culture

·        Join a tight knit community of other IBLs and form lasting relationships

·        Opportunities to grow your network, be involved in exciting cross departmental meetings and projects and become part of a close-knit team. 

The Retail Network Development placement at a glance:

An exciting learning opportunity is available for a motivated and enthusiastic student to join the Retail Network Development team.  Reporting to the Manager, Retailer Financial Reporting, Network Development, your key learning will include:

§ Supporting Retailer business management reporting in the Financial View system   

§ Producing and analysing Retailers financial performance reports and dashboards

§ Coordinate weekly meetings with Legal on operational project pipeline for Retailer agreements

§ Coordinating the issue and amendment of Retailer Agreements

§ Supporting the due diligence processes for existing and new business partners

§ Supporting compliance requirements for existing business partners, including sanction checks

§ Supporting the business unit and the Retailer network with operational queries

§ Supporting the Network Development Team with various ad-hoc projects as required.