Asset Risk - Internship

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BMW UK, Financial Services, Farnborough – Asset Risk (Multi Make) - 13 Month Placement (July 2026)

As part of the BMW Group Financial Services Risk department, the Multi Make Asset Risk team is responsible for managing the non-BMW Group brands residual value (RV) and maintenance (SMR) risk on the BMW Group Financial Services vehicle portfolio, this includes both Alphabet GB Limited and Alphera Financial Services. This involves forecasting the RV and SMR for all available non-Group vehicle manufacturers and models for the Alphabet and Alphera quotation system, as well as managing the risk of vehicles currently on the live fleet, all of which is critical to the success and profitability of the business.

Demonstrating a passion for data analysis, business, finance, economics and the automotive industry, we’re looking for highly organised, self-motivated individual who can demonstrate an ability to apply themselves and excellent attention to detail. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience of working with key areas of BMW Group Financial Services to support with Asset Risk activities and also in collaboration with industry data providers and non-BMW Group manufacturers.

What awaits you?

• Analysis of new and used vehicle market, often with very large data sets, for example: current used car values and forecasts, auction sales, vehicle depreciation and vehicle usage.
• Manage and respond to Asset Risk queries from internal teams to the department email inbox.
• Provide regular and adhoc analysis and reporting, with also presenting results and recommendations at internal meetings and working groups.
• Stay abreast of the car and commercial vehicle industry and trends, and the factors the impact used vehicle values, with a high focus on electrification and future technology.
• Support with the overall Asset Risk strategy and both ongoing and new projects.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Collaborate with various internal departments (Remarketing, Controlling, Commercial, Data) and also the wider BMW Group on new model launches and the BMW Financial Services international team.
• Support with communications with external data suppliers and vehicle manufacturers.
• Support team with various operational risk, process management and audit requirements.
• Potential to support other Risk teams such as Group Brands Asset Risk, Credit, Interest Rate, Strategic and Operational Risk.

What should you bring along?

• Studying toward a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above, for example Business Studies, Economics, Maths, Finance.
• An active interest in the automotive market and understanding of vehicle manufacturers and models would be advantageous.
• High level of Excel skills essential, knowledge of SAS or Qliksense is desirable but not essential.
• Good working knowledge of other Microsoft Office products such as PowerPoint.
• Excellent levels of numeracy essential, above average focus on attention to detail.
• Part time work experience in customer service or business related environments is ideal.
• Experience leading and managing teams in university projects or in a volunteering capacity also beneficial.
• Self confidence in liaising with contacts at all levels proactively and diplomatically.
• Self-motivated and organised, able to prioritise, use your initiative and manage time effectively and work on multiple tasks. Excellent team player, offers support proactively.

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £25,300, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37.5 hours a week.
• Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

What do you need to do now?

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process include online testing, an in person assessment centre and then a virtual interview with the hiring manager.

Please note:

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.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants. 

Closing date for applications: Friday 31st October 2025

Any further questions? Email us on recruitment-uk@bmwgroup.com