Global Sales Operations - Level 6 Apprenticeship in Goodwood

We be­lieve in cre­ating an envi­ron­ment where our apprentices re­ally can learn and develop dur­ing their time with us. Our experts and mentors will treat you as part of the team from day one, encour­aging you to bring your own ideas to the table and giving you the opportunity to re­ally show what you can do.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is part of the BMW Group and its Goodwood manufacturing plant sits in the heart of the West Sussex countryside.

As the epitome of exclusive super luxury, a Rolls-Royce delivers unmatched quality, style and performance. Behind the legendary brand is a team of passionate and highly talented people who do their utmost to satisfy the wishes of clients who commission a Rolls-Royce.

The maxim of Sir Henry Royce, ‘take the best that exists and make it better’, permeates in everything we do at Rolls-Royce. As an apprentice, you will gain practical insights into the corporate operations of a world-class automotive manufacturer while developing yourself and your career.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood – Level 6 Chartered Manager – 4 Year Apprenticeship Global Sales Operations

We are looking for a confident and eager to learn apprentice to join our Global Sales Operations Team, based at the home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood UK, directly supporting the delivery of the Company’s sales and profit objectives.

The role will specifically sit in our Sales Planning and Reporting team, where the tasks are focussed on the end- to-end process for sales globally within Rolls-Royce.

This starts with setting the plan across the global sales organisation and production teams and ends with reporting on progress. Delivering insights to key management stakeholders to insure accurate and fast information flow, and well-rounded decision making across the business. The Sales Operations department sits at the very heart of the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars operation, and will allow the apprentice the opportunity to interact not only within the department but cross functionally with Manufacturing, Marketing and Communications as well as each of our five regional offices strategically placed in America, Dubai, Singapore and Beijing.

The Sales Operations apprenticeship gives a unique insight into how the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars company is run and delivers first class service and products to the most discerning client base in the World.

1 day a week release to Chichester University.

A Rolls-Royce Apprenticeship can offer many career options and enable you to make the most of your potential. To date, 100% of production apprentices successfully completing the programme have been offered full time employment.

Qualifications and Experience

• 3 A levels at Grade C or above/ a BTEC Level 3/Apprenticeship Level 3 

When it comes to selecting the right apprentices, it’s as much about attitude and behaviours as it is about vocational and academic success. That’s why in addition to the qualifications we require from you, we’ll also look for you to have a range of skills, attributes, and behaviours. These include team working, the ability to work without close supervision, quality focus, good communication skills, enthusiasm, initiative, and the ability to take on responsibility and show accountability for your work.

Why choose us?

A Rolls-Royce Apprenticeship can offer many career options and enable you to make the most of your potential. After successfully completing the apprenticeship, you will move into a permanent position within the company.

We offer:

• Great pay – A competitive salary enhanced every six months depending on individual progress and performance.
• Exciting benefits – Our employee benefits include access to our discounts scheme and a subsidised on-site restaurant. Those aged 18 and over can purchase or lease a BMW or MINI vehicle of your choice at a very special rate.
• Personal development – In the UK, we invest around £3 million per year in vocational and professional training for our employees. This means we invest in you, giving you the relevant BMW specific training that you will require to be an active member of our team.
• A global community – With around 8,000 employees across the UK, and extended network of 150,000 colleagues around the world there are an abundance of networking opportunities. Our apprentice MOVE program also offers the possibility of a 6-week placement in a location abroad.
• Craft Skills – Car design and creation at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is like nothing else in the industry. The apprenticeship features a unique opportunity to get hands on experience of all aspects of car design and creation. You will spend 2 days per week (in the first term) completing a ‘craft skills’ course which includes woodwork, sewing, mechanics, metal work and CAD. During this time, you will work towards the following qualifications: Health and Safety, Preparing to Learn, Reflective Practice, and Electrical Vehicle Awareness.

What do you need to do now?

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, then apply today.

Once you click apply, you’ll be asked to create a profile, complete eligibility questions and upload your CV – You may only apply for one apprenticeship position but you may also express your interest to be considered for others.

If you meet the eligibility requirements, we will invite you through to the next stage of the process which is an online assessment, designed to further explore your verbal and numerical skills.

The successful applicants from the above will be invited to the final stage of this process, a face-to-face Assessment Centre. Provisionally, the Assessment Centre us due to take place week commencing 30th March 2026. (this is subject to change)

Please note:

To be eligible for this position, you must have lived in the UK for three years prior to the start of the apprenticeship and 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 age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Closing date for applications:   Saturday 28th February 2026