2027 UK Higher Apprenticeship Programme: Data Analyst

Before making an application, please browse all apprenticeship opportunities available as we will only accept one application per candidate.  Once you have made an application you will not be able to make changes to your selection or make a new application.  The exception is if we open new vacancies in Spring 2027.  

These opportunities are for those who have GCSEs or equivalent and looking to undertake a higher apprenticeship (level 4).  We will close for applications on 15th January 2027.

Application process

• Application form
• Online strengths-based assessment

CVs and cover letters are not required as part of the application process. Candidates will be assessed through a single-stage strengths-based interview.

Eligibility

If you are successful and are offered an apprenticeship with us, you will enrol onto the Level 4 Project Data Analyst Apprenticeship with Projecting Success.

For more information visit the Projecting Success webpage:  Level 4 Project Data Analyst Apprenticeship - Projecting Success

Are you ready to start your career journey with purpose, passion, and possibility? Our apprenticeships offer more than just a job - they’re an opportunity to shape your future.

As a paid degree apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience working on real projects while studying towards your degree. You’ll develop your technical and professional skills alongside experienced engineers, applying what you learn through your studies directly in the workplace.

Job description

As an apprentice, you’ll combine your studies with hands-on experience, working alongside experienced colleagues on projects primarily within the UK and Ireland energy sector. You’ll be supported to develop your digital, data and information management skills while gaining an understanding of how engineering projects are delivered.

From day one, you’ll be part of the team, with opportunities to learn, ask questions and gradually take on more responsibility as your skills and confidence develop.

As part of your apprenticeship, you could:

• Learn how to work with data effectively and responsibly, developing an understanding of how good-quality data supports successful engineering projects.
• Develop practical skills in data collection, cleaning, validation and analysis, supported by experienced colleagues.
• Learn how to turn data into meaningful insights using visualisation tools such as Microsoft Power BI, helping to create dashboards and reports.
• Support the development and improvement of internal digital tools that help our engineering teams deliver projects efficiently.
• Build your knowledge of coding and digital development, with opportunities to learn languages and technologies such as C++.
• Explore Autodesk APIs and learn how digital tools can be developed and connected to support engineering and information management.
• Gain exposure to emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence applications such as Microsoft Foundry, and understand how they could be used responsibly within engineering.
• Support project information and data administration activities, including document control, while developing your understanding of how multidisciplinary engineering projects are managed and delivered.
• Gain experience using information management systems and tools, including Autodesk Forma and Microsoft SharePoint.
• Learn about industry information management standards such as ISO 19650 and how they are applied to real projects.
• Develop an understanding of our quality assurance processes, policies and procedures, learning how we work safely, responsibly and with integrity.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across different disciplines, learning from their experience while contributing your own ideas and perspectives.
• Develop your problem-solving skills and, as your confidence grows, learn when and how to work more independently.

Develop and grow with us

We don't expect you to have all these skills when you join. Your apprenticeship is an opportunity to learn them.

You'll be supported by experienced colleagues as you put your academic learning into practice, develop your technical capabilities and discover where your strengths and interests could take your career.

As your experience grows, you'll have opportunities to take on more challenging and complex work, develop more advanced data analysis and digital skills, and contribute more independently to projects. In time, you may also have opportunities to support newer apprentices, sharing what you've learned and helping others to develop.

Your progress and achievements will be recognised throughout your apprenticeship, with opportunities to continue building your technical knowledge, professional confidence and understanding of the energy and engineering sectors.

Candidate Specification

We are looking for candidates who have acheived, or expected to acheive the following:

• GCSE Maths: grade 4 or above (or equivalent) 
• GCSE English Language: grade 4 or above (or equivalent) 
• Other GCSEs: Ideal grade 3-5 (or equivalent) 
• An A-level in a relevant subject (Computer Science, Applied ICT etc) is useful but not essential

As well as the eligibility criteria detailed, above, we are looking for future apprentices with the following strengths: 

• Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently.
• Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Delivers high quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity.
• Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.

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AI Usage

At Mott MacDonald, we see the value AI can bring, but we take a people-first approach to hiring. While AI tools can help candidates prepare and build confidence, every application and hiring decision is reviewed by our recruitment and hiring teams. We encourage the responsible use of AI while ensuring we get to know the real person behind the application.

Accessibility

We want you to feel supported and able to perform at your best throughout our recruitment process. If there is anything we can do to make applying or interviewing with us more accessible, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we'll be happy to discuss how we can help.

About your development 

An apprenticeship should be more than just a job. We know this and so do you. That’s why with our apprenticeship roles we aim to give you the experience and technical knowledge you need to progress your career.  From the moment you join us, you’ll receive the training you need. You will be assigned a mentor, who will guide you to meet the objectives of your professional training needs.  You will join our three-year early careers soft skills development programme – Accelerating your Future, which is designed to give you the skills and tools necessary for a long-lasting successful career here at Mott MacDonald. 

Our social side 

 
Being part of Mott MacDonald means more than just work; there’s a huge range of fun and exciting things that you can get involved in.  

From the moment you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your social and professional network, whether it’s meeting other apprentices, graduates or joining forces with other members of staff from around the company at our annual sports day. Each of our offices have a sports and social committee which will give you the chance to be part of a variety of sports, social and charity events. We’re committed to promoting a strong culture of social responsibility and encourage our staff to play active roles in the local community. 

It's worth noting that sports and social committees tend to vary from office to office, so as well as getting involved in what’s already on offer, don’t be afraid to suggest new events or initiatives that you think could be a great addition. It doesn’t stop there. From your first day, you’ll have access to Perks at Work, giving you discounts on cinema tickets, travel, utilities and much more, helping you make the most of our employee benefits.   

Agile working  

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion 

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

Financial wellbeing

• Biannual salary reviews: We believe hard work should be recognised and rewarded. To support your development and progression, you'll be eligible for salary reviews twice a year during your first three years with us, subject to successfully completing your probation period
• We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
• Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.
• Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury.
• Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
• As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.
• For our senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day one.

Health and wellbeing

• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
• Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments.
• Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.
• A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.
• Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.

Lifestyle

• 33 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.
• 10 days additional paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers.
• Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service.
• Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.

 Enhanced family and carers leave

• Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
• Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
• Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.
• We offer policies and dedicated support to help military families balance service life with career and wellbeing.

Networks, communities, and social outcomes

• Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
• We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and Gold Award holders in the MOD Employer Recognition Scheme, supported by our dedicated internal Armed Forces Network.
• Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes.