BMW UK, National Sales Company, Farnborough - Government Affairs - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

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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.
• 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, National Sales Company, Farnborough - Government Affairs - 13 Month Placement (July 2025) 

The Government Affairs department is responsible for promoting BMW priorities and influencing Government and External bodies to protect, build and promote the image of the BMW Group and its products in the UK.

What awaits you?

Support the team in a variety of ways including (but not limited to):

• Assist with daily administration and policy work
  • keep up to date with all administration tasks (bookings, visits etc.) needed for the team; 
  • keep abreast of Parliamentary and other bodies’ updates (particularly trade bodies, consultations on relevant topics) and summarise actions for team
• Event organisation (planning and execution)
  • working with the team on the admin for visits to UK Plants from Government and External Stakeholders;
  • liaising with all BMW Group colleagues needed for smooth running of visits; 
  • assisting on location for all visits.
• Liaise with Government and external bodies as required:
  • daily contact with UK Government and external bodies to assist with queries from both sides;
  • building up, and working with internal BMW Group networks on topics as needed (topics have included Brexit, Covid and UK ICE ban in the recent past) to help in setting the company position; 
  • attending meetings at UK Plants, Westminster (including Parliament) and at other locations throughout the UK
• Liaise with other (internal) departments as required

Qualifications & Skills

• Studying for a Bachelor-level degree and predicted to graduate with 2:2 or above. We would welcome applications from a wide-range of students – the field of study is not necessarily relevant, and we are keen to interview applicants who can demonstrate an interest and passion for Politics and communications beyond their academic studies.
• Relevant work experience is expected – particularly in the field of Politics and/or communications. This does not need to be long-term placements, but enthusiasm for the subject matter and a good working knowledge of Parliament/Government would be helpful.
• Excellent communication skills – whether in person, on the phone or written - are essential as is consistent and reliable attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is required.
• UK Driving License is preferred due to travel with the role.

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.

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