Job Description
Data & Analytics Apprenticeship Programme 2026
Location: 1 Broadway Park Edinburgh
Role type: Fixed term contract until end 2027
Start date: Early 2026
Closing date: 9th January 2026. We reserve the right to close earlier due to the volume of applications. Assessment centre to take place in February 2026.
Invest in Your Tomorrow
At Aberdeen we believe in investing in people and that starts with you. Our Data & Analytics Apprenticeship Programme is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience learn from industry experts and build a career with purpose.
Whether youre a school leaver a graduate or someone returning to the workplace this programme is designed to help you develop the technical and professional skills needed to thrive in the world of data.
As a Data & Analytics Apprentice you are an emerging professional embarking on a structured learning journey within both the Analytics and Data Engineering teams. Through rotational placements and involvement in real-world projects you will actively contribute to the delivery of data solutions while developing essential technical and analytical skills.
What Youll Be Doing
As a Data & Analytics Apprentice youll join our Adviser business and will spend time with both our Data Engineering and our Insights teams. Over the course of your apprenticeship youll work on real projects that make a tangible impact for our clients and colleagues.
Youll learn how to:
Build dashboards and reports using Power BI.
Manage and analyse data in Microsoft Fabric a modern cloud environment.
Apply fundamental data engineering concepts like joins filters and aggregations.
Explore how AI tools can streamline analytics and improve efficiency.
Understand data governance privacy and best practices in data management.
Key Responsibilities
Coding & Modelling: Learn SQL for data extraction and manipulation and apply data modelling concepts in Microsoft Fabric and Power BI.
Data Visualisation: Create dashboards and reports that tell compelling stories.
Data Operations: Support data pipelines and automation tasks.
Governance: Follow data handling protocols and maintain data quality.
Collaboration: Work closely with mentors and team members sharing ideas and progress.
What Youll Gain
A nationally recognised qualification in data analytics either at SCQF 6 or SCQF 8 supporting your growth into a confident and capable data professional.
Practical experience with leading tools and technologies.
Mentorship and support from experienced professionals.
Exposure to real-world projects in a dynamic forward-thinking business.
A strong foundation for a long-term career in data and technology.
Who Were Looking For
We are looking for logical analytical thinkers with a strong interest in STEM subjects ranging from Mathematics Computing Economics or Sciencesand a proven record of high academic achievement in one of these. If you have:
A passion for data and analytics.
Curiosity and a growth mindset.
Good communication and time management skills
Willingness to learn and embrace new challenges
then we want to hear from you.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Aberdeen is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is valued. As a Disability Confident Committed Level One employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
Please contact us () if you require reasonable accommodations to be made to any stage of the recruitment process. Our Early Careers team will be pleased to discuss your needs and ensure that these are accommodated.
Our Benefits
Theres more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn get involved and be supported.
When you join us your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days annual leave a 16% employer pension contribution a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable) private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits including gym discounts season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefitshere.
Apply Today
Join us in building a future where everyone can thrive.
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