Apprentice Business Analyst

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

Business Analyst – Level 4

What’s it all about?

Throughout this apprenticeship you will gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a capable Business Analyst.

The broad purpose of a Business Analyst is to understand the needs of stakeholders and how these can be met through business change and digital solutions. Business Analysts are change professionals that help organisations deliver business and digital change successfully.

Business Analysts document business problems and user needs, and create solution requirements that align to best practice, and present them in a meaningful and logical way appropriate to the audience. Business Analysts manage stakeholder relationships, ensuring collaboration between business and technical stakeholders. By focusing on benefits and outcomes they ensure the right problems are solved and the right products are developed.

How long does it take?

The apprenticeship will take up to 2 years to complete.

Where is the role based?

This role is based in London. You will be expected to attend regular workshops with ESTIO (these will all be online).

What are the entry requirements?

• GCSEs at grade 4/C or above in English and Maths.
• A Levels (or equivalent)
• Strong organisational skills.
• Good customer management and relationship skills.
• Able to use own initiative and make decisions.
• Resilience, with the ability to maintain professional and positive attitude in a customer-facing environment.
• Effective and efficient time management.
• Able to work with senior stakeholders and maintain confidentiality.
• Good computer skills and knowledge of relevant software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Further information can be found here:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/business-analyst-v1-1

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.