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  4. BMW Aftersales Marketing Communications Placement July 2022
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We be­lieve in cre­ating an envi­ron­ment where you, our placement student, can learn and develop dur­ing your time with us and where you are giv­en your own ar­eas of responsibilities from the start. Our experts and mentors will treat you as part of the team from day one; encour­aging you to bring your own ideas to the table and to give you the opportunity to show what you can re­ally do.

The Aftersales Marketing Communications Intern is responsible for supporting the communication of key product areas, including Service, Maintenance & Repairs, Accessories (including M Performance Parts and MINI John Cooper Works Accessories), Bodyshop, Lifestyle and Genuine Parts. Aftersales is a diverse, fast paced and vital department within the BMW Group organisation, and this role offers the unique opportunity to work across both the BMW and MINI brands across the topic of vehicle ownership.

The Marketing communications team work closely with our agency partners, Retailers and internal stakeholders to create products, programmes and campaigns to deliver class leading experiences for our customers. This role will present the opportunity to work with a wide range of BMW Group internal departments and have contact with the BMW Group International network. The team work across a vast range of Marketing channels, offering a well-rounded experience across the Marketing function. As a supportive and friendly team we will provide the opportunity for you to develop your knowledge through your placement year, providing you with transferrable skills to take forward to your future studies and career. You will be a key and valued member of the team from day one with your own areas of responsibility from the start and the opportunity to shape your role with your own interests and passions.

What will you be doing?

  • Projects across National, Retailer and Digital Marketing topics, utilising a wide variety of channels.
  • Social media activity and e-commerce projects.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers and agencies to complete briefs and deliver campaigns and assets.
  • Focus on market intelligence to review our activities and those of our competitors.
  • Work with multiple agencies (creative & media) on projects and initiatives.
  • Operate in a lateral working culture with colleagues across the department and company.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Studying for a degree in a Business related discipline is desirable with a predicted grade of 2:2 or higher.
  • Time spent in a Marketing environment is highly valued.
  • Excellent communication and numerical skills.
  • Positive ‘can do’ attitude and a willingness to learn are essential.

Did you know…

Farnborough is home to our BMW, MINI and Alphabet National Sales Centres. We’re proud of our office environment and achievements. 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 and reduces wasted energy. For this reason we allow our employees to express themselves through the way they dress.
  • 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.

Why choose us?

  • Great Pay – a competitive annual salary of £18,500, 27 days holiday (pro rata to your contract) and a pension scheme.
  • Rewarding Work-Life Balance – contracted working hours are 37.5 hours a week, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
  • Exciting Additional Benefits - throughout your placement you will be supported by our experts and have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits.

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.

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.

Please ensure that you complete all the free text questions for your application to be progressed, and include a role-relevant cover letter, explaining why we should consider you for this position.

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies for a minimum of 6 months after completion of this placement and be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK, if you are not a UK passport holder.

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.