BMW UK, National Sales Company, Farnborough - Experiential Events and Sports Marketing (Golfsport and Partnerships) - 13 Month Placement (July 2024)

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 responsibility 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 giving you the opportunity to show what you can really do.

Our Summit ONE in Farnborough is home to the National Sales Company for the BMW Group in the UK, as well as BMW Group Financial Services which offers retailers, corporate, and private customers a range of customised financial services. Alphabet (GB) Ltd. as a leading provider of Business Mobility Services is also located in Farnborough.  We decided in November 2020 to bring together BMW Financial Services and Alphabet to stay relevant to our customers and continue to succeed in a rapidly changing business environment.

Within our self-contained campus, 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. 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 of 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.

BMW UK, National Sales Company, Farnborough - Experiential Events and Sports Marketing (Golfsport and Partnerships) - 13 Month Placement (July 2024)

We have an exciting opportunity for a confident and eager to learn individual to join our Experiential Events Marketing Team. ‘Make every second count’ for our fans and customers is our aim, creating experiences around the brand that tell a story. As we look to continue setting new experience benchmarks, our Experiential Events and Sports Marketing Interns will be key and valued members, being directly involved in a wide range of Events and Marketing activities to develop your skills throughout your time with us. 

What will you be doing?

• Supporting the delivery of effective event, partnership, and sponsorship solutions in line with the BMW Marketing plan to support the brand and its sales objectives.
• Supporting the development and planning of experiential event activities as required, including project managing bespoke elements to ensure professional planning and execution of all experiential activities. 
• Supporting the day-to-day liaison with a number of key agencies and suppliers to deliver events to the agreed plan. 
• Assisting with the communication and amplification of experiential activities working closely with the Marketing Communications Team.
• Supporting the delivery of key events and sponsorship engagements through local activation, communications strategy, and operational execution within the Golfsport and Partnerships topics. Previous events have included BMW PGA Championship, GQ Heroes and Company Car in Action.

Qualifications and Experience

·       Studying towards a Bachelor's Degree in Business Studies, Events Management, Marketing, or a related field and on track to achieve at least a 2:2.

·       A good understanding of Microsoft platforms; ideally Excel and PowerPoint.

·       A demonstrable project management ability including planning and organisation skills would be advantageous but are not essential.

·       An ability to meet deadlines, make decisions, and use your initiative.

·       Outstanding attention to detail.

·       Strong presentation skills

·       A motivated perspective for working within the industry.

·       The ability to work collaboratively within a team to achieve organisational goals alongside personal.

·       The ability to think creatively, analytically, and strategically.

·       Be able to build relationships to collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders within the organisation including a variety of levels of seniority within the business, alongside brand teams to ensure activity is integrated across channels (content, digital, social, PR) and consistent with the business’ overall marketing plan.

·       A good understanding of marketing principles.

·       An interest in the automotive industry, Golfsport and Partnerships and an understanding of working in a premium brand environment would be advantageous.

·       A full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Why choose us?

· Great Pay - A competitive annual salary of £21,600, 27 days holiday (pro rata to your contract), and an attractive pension scheme.

· Rewarding Work-Life Balance - Contracted working hours are 37.5 hours a week Monday to Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.

· Exciting Additional Benefits - You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits including access to our Advantages scheme, giving you access to a range of offers and discounts, and a subsidised on-site restaurant.

What are we responsible for?

·    Supporting you in your training and ensuring you settle into your role and feel welcomed.

·    Working sustainably and ethically.

·    Providing you with the opportunity to bring your own ideas and develop yourself.

·    Ensuring you are happy with your work-life balance and feel as though your contribution to the business is being valued.

·    Encouraging you to develop your soft skills such as creating working relationships, communicating effectively, delivering presentations, and gaining confidence in your own ability, supporting you in both your return to university and your future career.

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, a one-way video interview, and then a face to face, telephone, or virtual interview with the hiring manager. 

Please note:

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 of the free text questions for your application to be progressed. Please also 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.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 30th January 2024

Any further questions? Email us on FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com