BMW UK, Farnborough - Operations Analytics Intern - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

A GOOD INTERNSHIP IS NEVER HANDS OFF.

SHARE YOUR PASSION

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. 
• 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, Financial Services, Farnborough – Operations Analytics - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

The Operations Analytics team is responsible for analysing operational performance, monitoring operational resilience, and identifying opportunities for improvement. They are at the forefront key operational decision making and continuous improvement, working to provide all members of our organisation with the insight and knowledge to make data driven decisions.As a highly organised, analytical, and self-motivated team player with a keen attention to detail and a strong ability to apply yourself, you will play a critical role in analysing operational performance and enabling data-driven decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity to join us in our Operations Reporting and Resilience team and gain valuable experience in an exciting and fast-paced work environment. As a highly organised, analytical, and self-motivated team player with a keen attention to detail and a strong ability to apply yourself, you will play a critical role in analysing operational performance and enabling data-driven decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity to join us in our Operations Reporting and Resilience team and gain valuable experience in an exciting and fast-paced work environment.

What awaits you?

• Producing regular management information to support key operational decision making.
• Supporting in the maintenance and development of global Key Performance Indicator reporting, identifying trends and benchmarking against other BMW markets.
• Monitoring the ability of BMW Financial Services to adapt, respond, recover, and learn from operational disruption through the Operational Resilience programme.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and lead projects to deliver quantifiable improvements.
• Support key department and company initiatives.
• Manage and develop the department’s knowledge base.

Qualifications and Experience

• Studying for an undergraduate degree level in Business or STEM-based subject’s and on track to achieve a 2:1 or above.
• Strong numerical ability
• Proven Intermediate level Excel is essential.
• Experience using programming languages such as SQL or VBA would be advantageous but not essential.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

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