Business Apprentice - Manufacturing Supply Chain in Edinburgh

The Liverpool-style apprenticeship program offers a range of Apprenticeships from 2-4 years across a variety of STEM and business routes, with paid training and on-the-job learning to develop practical skills, experience and knowledge to start your career.

Leonardo's two-year Manufacturing Supply Chain Business Apprenticeship scheme provides a range of experiences through placements in business-related disciplines, working on real projects alongside specialists in the world of business. You will rotate around our material control teams gaining experience of the different work/projects specific to your department in Edinburgh. This vacancy offers positions in our manufacturing supply chain teams. During each placement, you will work within cutting-edge facilities, learning how various business areas operate and collaborate to support projects, liaising with customers and suppliers.

We seek individuals who understand the importance of meeting customer needs and business objectives, and who are ready to engage with a structured 2-year learning programme focused on continuous improvement and personal development. By the end of the programme, you will be a highly qualified member of the team contributing to world-leading projects. During the apprenticeship you will study with one of our academic partners to complete a Business Level 3 Apprenticeship through a combination of day release and workplace experience.

Rotational placements to gather real work evidence (e.g., reflective accounts) describing day-to-day tasks and the key business competencies demonstrated. You will gain practical skills and develop as a well-rounded business professional through on-the-job training.

Following initial placements, you will enter a final placement focusing on a particular discipline. This phase builds skills and knowledge to move into the assessment phase and complete your Apprenticeship. You will also work towards an SVQ in Business Management related to your on-site experience and an HNC in Business at Edinburgh College.

What we are looking for: 2 Higher Grades (or equivalent) Mandatory (A-C) Mathematics OR English; AND Mandatory (A-C) Business subject (e.g., Business Studies, Project/Business Management, Finance, Accounts). Mandatory English and Maths Standard Grades (1-3) / National 5 (A-C).

The starting salary for this role is £21,000.

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls may apply (e.g., National Security Vetting, The Security Check, Developed Vetting).

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do, contributing to innovation, technology and global safety. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports wellbeing, career development and work–life balance, including:

• Time to recharge: generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi-days per year
• Secure your future: pension scheme with employer contributions
• Your wellbeing matters: access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee networks promoting inclusion and diversity
• Rewarding performance: eligibility for the bonus scheme
• Stock ownership: opportunity to own shares through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Tailored perks: flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, discounts, gym memberships and more

For a full list of company benefits please visit the Leonardo careers site.

Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh
Contract Type: Fixed term
Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Note: We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace. If you have accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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