Data Analyst Placement - BMW UK, Financial Services, Farnborough

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Data Analyst Placement - BMW UK, Financial Services, Farnborough

Data drives business at BMW Financial Services

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It takes a tech-savvy team of curious minds to leverage the opportunities that data and AI bring to automotive financing. We are fuelled by a passion for problem solving and rapid action. So, if you’re looking to pursue exciting opportunities in an agile business that adapts to new technologies faster than the traditional finance sector does, why not drive the future of financial services with us?

BMW Financial Services UK is a leading provider of financial services for the automotive industry in the UK. We offer a range of products and solutions to support our retailer network, individual and corporate customers. Our Data & Analytics team is responsible for implementing our Data Strategy to generate business value from trustworthy data, by delivering business insights and supporting strategic decision-making. 

BMW Financial Services, Farnborough – Data Analyst Intern (July 2025) 

We are looking for a motivated and curious Data Analyst intern. Someone who is passionate about solving problems and wants to be involved in using our business data to generate real business value and drive the future direction of our business.

We are a diverse team of around 25 who love what we do and have fun doing it! We encourage experimentation, curiosity, and self-initiative and we have a strong focus on continual learning and development. The world of data & AI is changing rapidly, and we need to keep up with this. 

What will you be doing? 

As a Data Analyst intern in the Data & Analytics team at BMW Financial Services, you will develop skills in: 

• Programming for data analytics and data science using Python and SQL.
• Data visualisation techniques using tools such as Tableau and Qlik Sense.
• Databases and data warehousing using AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Preparing and modelling data for use in data analytics or AI.
• Agile project management methodologies and tools such as JIRA and Confluence
• Data governance and data management. 

You’ll have opportunities to work on real projects, putting your learning into real industry practice. 

Qualifications and Experience

• Studying for a degree in computer science, mathematics or similar and on track to achieve a 2:1 or above.
• Must have strong A Levels grades in numerical subjects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong programming skills in any language.
• Interest in data topics such as data science or data analytics.
• Ability to work on own initiative (with support/mentoring as required).
• Outgoing and confident with a professional approach.
• Must be willing to take on responsibility and deliver to timelines.

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 – Our standard working week is 37.5 hours (start and finish times will vary to meet the needs of your role) with at least two days per week in the office and others remote, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Our work persona shift – Being yourself is effortless and so increases efficiency and reduces wasted energy. For this reason, we allow our employees to express themselves through the way they dress.
• 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.
• Networking Opportunities – Throughout your internship, you will be supported by our experts and a community of over 70 interns and recent graduates. With around 8,000 employees and all three of the BMW Group brands being represented in the UK, there are an abundance of networking opportunities allowing you to create meaningful working relationships and future career opportunities.
• Corporate Culture – Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion, teamwork, and collaboration. You will have the opportunity to get involved with our employee led Diversity, Equity and Inclusion network groups and our house charity. Our offices at Summit ONE in Farnborough provide creative spaces and facilities such as table tennis tables, darts, and football tables to encourage employee engagement and networking. 

What do you need to do now?

If you apply, 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.

Please note:

We operate rolling recruitment, this means we may close the application window earlier than identified, if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.Once you make your application you will be automatically sent cognitive tests (via Eligo) for completion before we have had the opportunity to determine your eligibility for the role. Please be aware that if you complete the tests and you are not eligible your application will not be processed any further.

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must 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 disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation.

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

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

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