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Retailer Communications - BMW UK, Financial Services, Farnborough

by BMW Group UK

Job Details

Deadline: 30th November 2024
Start Date: July 2025
Salary: £23,700
Length: Placement (10 Months+)
Roles: Business Operations, PR & Communications
Location: South East
City: Farnborough

Retailer Communications - BMW UK, Financial Services, Farnborough

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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 – Retailer Communications – 13 Months Placement (July 2025) 

The Retail Performance team is responsible for having a strong understanding of retail operations, program management, and effective communication skills to drive improvement projects that will deliver performance and engagement within the retailer network. 

In this role, not only will you support the team with larger projects, but you will be responsible for delivering a clear, concise, and compelling Retailer communications experience for the Group Brands Financial Services division. Working closely with key departments such as Sales, Marketing, New Business, and Customer Services, this varied role will enable you to explore all aspects of the company. 

What awaits you?

  • Provide support to the Area Managers and actively contribute to the Retailer Communications strategy between internal departments and the Retailer Network.
  • Assist with internal website content creation and improvement of the experience on the Retailer HUB, our Retailer communications portal.
  • Support the organisation of our Co-Lab networking event, which hosts both internal and external stakeholders, providing opportunities to build a diverse network.
  • Establish strong relationships with business areas to drive engagement with the Retailer HUB and increase Retailer interaction.
  • Assist in the creation of new communications and regular weekly updates to maximise engagement with the Retailer Network.
  • Maintain a focus on the Customer Journey through the Retailer network, ensuring it is optimised and compliant.
  • Ensure high-quality, efficient, and effective work, adhering to BMW Group policies and frameworks.
  • Ensure all supporting Internal Areas consistently display up-to-date materials, guides, and documents for the Retailer to navigate the HUB easily.
  • Participate in regular meetings with Area Manager. 

Qualifications & Skills

  • Studying towards a Bachelor’s degree of 2:1 or above, in a relevant field such as (but not limited to): Communications, Public Relations, Business Studies or Marketing Communications.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Strong literacy skills with excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
  • An outgoing personality is key as you’ll be expected to interact and network with all areas of the business both within BMW Group Financial Services as well as our sales colleagues in BMW Group UK.
  • Independent and curious to learn more about the business.

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 this sounds like the opportunity for you then apply today using the link below.

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.

About BMW Group UK

If you’re passionate about changing the way the world moves for good then there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the BMW Group. Our brands BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and BMW Motorrad have made us the world’s leading premium manufacturer of cars and motorcycles as well as provider of premium financial and mobility services. 

We’re home to a lot of people. People from all walks of life, with a variety of backgrounds that make them who they are. Whose stories and unique life experiences shape the company we are. Because as diverse as our customers, suppliers and investors are worldwide, so too are our teams.

We are always looking for new talent to help us keep pushing the limits of what’s possible in a broad variety of roles, so why not explore our opportunities and take your next career step with us today.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.

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