BMW UK, Farnborough - Sales Network Development Intern - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

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We believe in creating an environment where our interns really can learn by doing and where they are given their own areas of responsibility right from the start of their time with us. That’s why our experts will treat you as part of the team from day one, encourage you to bring your own ideas to the table – and give you the opportunity to really show what you can do.

Summit ONE in Farnborough is home to the National Sales Company for the BMW Group in the UK, as well as BMW Group Financial Services which offers retailers, corporate and private customers a range of customised financial services. Alphabet (GB) Ltd. as a leading provider of Business Mobility Services is also located in Farnborough. 

Within our self-contained campus, we offer a modern way of working with an empowering office culture, some aspects of which include:

• Our work persona shift – being yourself is effortless and so increases efficiency. For this reason, we allow our employees to express themselves through the way they dress.
• Flexible working hours - working flexibly improves mental perspective and increases sustained productivity. This means our leaders maintain balance, not burnout, through focusing on output, not attendance.
• The opportunity to get involved with our continued support to our house charity with a variety of fundraising events throughout the year.
• Throughout our offices there are open creative spaces which hold facilities such as table-tennis tables to encourage innovation and employee engagement

BMW UK, Farnborough - Sales Network Development Intern - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

What awaits you?

• Working with the team to improve communications from BMW UK to the retailer network.  This will include supporting the production of retailer communications and guidelines covering all aspects of retailer’s sales and service standards. These include video & podcast content review and collation in addition to written communication.
• Creating content for the National Retailer Communications Portal.  This will include ensuring the Portal is kept up to date as well as identifying areas for improving structure and content.
• Supporting the creation of regular retailer performance reporting and Retail Standards audit reporting.
• Exploring correlations between Retail Standards audits and other key performance indicators, identifying opportunities for retailer contractual compliance.
• Working with the team by supporting the analysis and reporting of retailer survey results for both BMW and MINI brands.
• Designing and delivering reports and presentations for use across the department and wider company. Content will include information on electric car charging infrastructure, retailer standards and sustainability benchmarks.
• Enabling Retail Standards and Corporate Identity compliance through Network Facilities Project Support, Supplier Management of the internal & external brand fitment providers, Architects and Auditors.
• Support of the implementation and management of Retail.Next new showroom corporate identity.

Qualifications and Experience

• Studying towards a Bachelor's degree in Business Studies, Management, Marketing, or a related field and on track to achieve at least a 2:2.
• Previous experience working within a retail or customer facing environment would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, would be advantageous.
• A well-rounded individual who has a good mix of numerical, analytical, and creative skills.
• An ability to draw out intelligent conclusions from various data sources.
• The courage to propose innovative solutions, actively contributing towards the success of the team.
• An ability to manage multiple deadlines and tasks, taking responsibility for your own time management.
• Well organised individual who has a strong attention to detail.
• A team player who is helpful and has a can-do attitude.
• A driver's license is preferred but not essential.

Why choose us?

       ·    Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £23,700, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.

       ·    Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.

       ·    Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

·    Excellent opportunities- Over the course of the placement you will be exposed to multiple areas of the business and have the ability to specialise in those areas you find interesting.

What do you need to do now?

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process could include online testing, video interview and then a face to face, telephone, or virtual interview with the hiring manager. This may be in the form of an assessment centre.

Please note:

We operate rolling recruitment, this means we may close the application window earlier than identified, if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Once you make your application you will be automatically sent cognitive tests (via Eligo) for completion before we have had the opportunity to determine your eligibility for the role. Please be aware that if you complete the tests and you are not eligible your application will not be processed any further. If you need support in undertaking the tests, please email us at FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com.

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.  

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.

Closing date for applications:   Saturday 30th November 2024

Any further questions? Email us on FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com