Customer Insights & Data Analytics Undergraduate Placement in Milton Keynes

Location: Milton Keynes

Closing Date: 27th March 2026

Salary: £22,912.50 pa

Contract: 12-13 months FTC – Start dates are usually in June/July

Hybrid working: We operate a hybrid policy where undergraduates work in the office 3 days per week. There may be times when you will need to be in more frequently depending on the needs of the business.

Eligibility: To apply for our undergraduate placement scheme, you must be studying for an undergraduate degree that requires a placement year. Master’s students are not eligible for this placement. Please consider before applying if you live more than 60 minutes away from post code MK15 8HG, that you would need to relocate to Milton Keynes or be within commuting distance (60 minutes).

Are you self-motivated, creative and detail driven? What you will be doing:

• Play a key role in winning new business by generating quotations, preparing polished sales proposals, and processing signed orders.
• You’ll work within clear service level agreements, helping us secure and retain important Fleet clients.
• Join account managers on real client site visits to see how we build relationships first-hand.
• You’ll showcase the value of our sales support and confidently respond to client questions.
• Support day-to-day customer management and analyse our service to identify what’s working well and where we can improve.
• Your ideas will help shape a better customer journey.
• Help keep our fleet running smoothly by ensuring contracts are extended and vehicles are booked in for inspections or collections at the right time.
• Drive meaningful process improvements by reviewing how we work, spotting opportunities to streamline operations, and supporting the development and delivery of training for new projects or process updates.

What are we looking for?

• Well-developed communication skills – verbal and written
• Self-motivated, able to work on own and as part of a team
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to use initiative through creative thinking, problem solving and critical analysis
• Ability to work under pressure to meet demanding deadlines
• Demonstrate high levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Advanced PC literacy – Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel for reporting requirements

Why apply for an undergraduate placement with VWFS?

Here at VWFS you’ll kick start your professional experience in the workplace. We take on 49 undergraduates each year which helps our participants build knowledge and networks together.

You’ll Also Benefit From:

• A focus on personal development with access to LinkedIn Learning via our ‘Degreed’ platform and a bespoke development programme delivering personal management, technical and soft skills.
• A supportive environment and network of colleagues; recent survey shows 100% of our undergraduates felt valued and supported.
• The opportunity to work on real life business projects and deliver impact on topics like sustainability.
• Subsidised onsite canteen and coffee shop
• Subsidised onsite restaurant with a range of hot and cold options
• Employee Resource Groups supporting an inclusive workplace
• Social gatherings, team events and volunteering opportunities
• Physical and mental health support with our onsite Wellbeing Centre

Discretionary Benefits Include:

• Bonus: Discretionary bonus based on personal and Group company performance (pro-rated)
• Car schemes: The opportunity to join our car scheme plus car insurance cover.
• Pension: Employer pension contribution of 9% (based on employee contribution of 3%). VWFS will pay 6% if employee chooses a 2% contribution.
• From day 1 we provide income protection, life assurance (4x salary), will writing, retail discounts, and access to Care Concierge.
• Private medical insurance is available following successful completion of probation.

What Our Recruitment Process Looks Like:

• Apply and upload your CV, covering letter and answer application questions.
• Complete a Situational Judgement Test (short multiple-choice set).
• Online video interview if you pass the test.
• Attend an in-person Assessment Centre at our Milton Keynes office to meet managers and current undergraduates.

Please note: Our undergraduate placement roles do not meet the UKVI’s criteria for skilled worker sponsorship, therefore we are unable to accept candidates requiring sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for more than one placement role with us. This ensures you are considered for the placement you are most interested in and your skills are aligned.