BMW UK, Financial Services, Farnborough - Retailer Communications - 13 Months Placement (July 2025)
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BMW UK, Financial Services, Farnborough – Retailer Communications – 13 Months Placement (July 2025)
The Retail Performance team is responsible for having a strong understanding of retail operations, program management, and effective communication skills to drive improvement projects that will deliver performance and engagement within the retailer network.
In this role, not only will you support the team with larger projects, but you will be responsible for delivering a clear, concise, and compelling Retailer communications experience for the Group Brands Financial Services division. Working closely with key departments such as Sales, Marketing, New Business, and Customer Services, this varied role will enable you to explore all aspects of the company.
What awaits you?
- Provide support to the Area Managers and actively contribute to the Retailer Communications strategy between internal departments and the Retailer Network.
- Assist with internal website content creation and improvement of the experience on the Retailer HUB, our Retailer communications portal.
- Support the organisation of our Co-Lab networking event, which hosts both internal and external stakeholders, providing opportunities to build a diverse network.
- Establish strong relationships with business areas to drive engagement with the Retailer HUB and increase Retailer interaction.
- Assist in the creation of new communications and regular weekly updates to maximise engagement with the Retailer Network.
- Maintain a focus on the Customer Journey through the Retailer network, ensuring it is optimised and compliant.
- Ensure high-quality, efficient, and effective work, adhering to BMW Group policies and frameworks.
- Ensure all supporting Internal Areas consistently display up-to-date materials, guides, and documents for the Retailer to navigate the HUB easily.
- Participate in regular meetings with Area Manager.
Qualifications & Skills
- Studying towards a Bachelor’s degree of 2:1 or above, in a relevant field such as (but not limited to): Communications, Public Relations, Business Studies or Marketing Communications.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong literacy skills with excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- An outgoing personality is key as you’ll be expected to interact and network with all areas of the business both within BMW Group Financial Services as well as our sales colleagues in BMW Group UK.
- Independent and curious to learn more about the business.
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
