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    Join the UK’s largest infrastructure group and work on some of the biggest projects the world has ever seen. Projects that will support and shape the world of tomorrow for millions of people and enable you to build a successful career. 

    Take on one of our paid placements, and you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on our business. You’ll open doors to future opportunities here too, while really developing your knowledge and understanding of our industry.

    Balfour Beatty is also a leading member of  the 5% Club, which is now in operation in over 200 companies. The 5% Club, members aspire to achieve 5% of their workforce in earn and learn positions (including apprentices, sponsored students, and graduates on formalised training programmes)

    What you'll be doing

    • Write, design and produce persuasive and bespoke material to promote the company 
    • Develop goals and objectives that lead to growth and prosperity 
    • Gather, analyse and interpret external and internal data 
    • Design and implement plans and strategies to promote the attainment of goals 
    • Organize and coordinate operations in ways to ensure maximum productivity and meet deadlines 
    • Ensure adherence to legal rules and guidelines 
    • Maintain relationships with partners, internal teams and departments to support work winning 
    • Assess overall company performance against objectives and programmes 
    • Represent the company in events, conferences etc. 

    These role are UK wide and could be based in the following locations: Leeds, Warrington, Birmingham London or Slough

    Who we're looking for

    • On track to gain a minimum of a 2:2 BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) in a business or humanities related degree
    • Ideally previous work experience or placement in a similar environment
    • Eligibility to work and live in the UK at the time of joining
    • Ideally hold a full UK driving licence at the time of joining
    • A flexible approach to work and able to adapt to change (you may be required to travel as part of the programme)
    • An excellent standard of written English, with strong verbal communication skills, and creativity to convey key messages in a variety of media 

    Why work for us

    Alongside the amazing opportunity, support and pride that you’ll gain from developing your career with one of the world’s foremost infrastructure giants, you’ll also enjoy:

    • A 1-year work experience programme
    • A competitive salary
    • An opportunity to explore your career options 
    • If you complete your year successfully you could be fast tracked onto the graduate scheme 

    About us

    For more information about what you can expect as a Balfour Beatty Undergraduate and what’s involved in the scheme, visit our website here to learn more. Should you require any additional support with your application, please contact early.careers@balfourbeatty.com