International Data Analyst Apprentice

To spend time within the International Operations Department and develop a good understanding of the International Analyst team and where/how data can support the wider department, whilst gaining insight into the skills/software required to successfully provide the required analysis & working towards completing an Apprentice Qualification

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Provide cross-functional support to the International Analyst Team

• Participate in specific projects, working in groups and other duties required to drive and enhance the International Operations Department

• Understand how the International Analyst Team supports the IOD and perform team-specific tasks

• Assist, when requested and deemed necessary, with presentations to International clients, SMT and internal departments, and attend any meetings when required to provide international knowledge 

• Gain knowledge of the various systems & languages used by the International Analyst team

• Support key initiatives within the International Analyst Team and wider department

• Support with daily and weekly reporting across the team

• Complete any other duties as specified by the International Analyst Manager

• Undertake and complete an Apprentice qualification aligned with the analyst apprentice role 

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively to a range of stakeholders

• Ability to work autonomously and also collaboratively

• Computer literacy skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Google Suite

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Ability to work to tight deadlines

• Strong organisational skills

• Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills

• Minimum of 3 GCSEs at L4 or above, which must include numeracy and literacy

Apprenticeship Curriculum Details

The Level 4 Data Analyst apprenticeship runs over a duration of 18 months and includes 6 hours per week of dedicated off-the-job training. Core modules covered throughout the program include:

• Data and AI Landscape

• Working with Databases

• Python for Data Insights

• Optimising Decision-Making

• AI-Augmented BI Solutions

• Predicting Trends with Data

• Applied AI and Machine Learning

• Ethical and Sustainable AI

• Agile Data and AI Projects

• Delivering High-Value Products

Apprentices learn to translate business requirements into actionable data models and AI-driven solutions, aligning technical outputs with strategic goals to drive operational efficiency and deliver measurable impact.

What we’re looking for;

● Passionate and interested in Sustainability and Corporate, Social, Responsibility (CSR)

● High level of attention to detail

● Good communication skills

● Constant and curious learner with a desire to continuously develop their skills set and knowledge base

● Familiar with Google Workspace (GMail/GSheet) or Microsoft Office package (Word and Excel primarily)

● Independently motivated, with the ability to take on tasks and duties without immediate direction

● Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels

● High attention to detail to produce accurate and quality work

● Willing to travel to alternative DPD locations and external events on an adhoc basis where required 

● An individual who has the ability to welcome and adapt to change, within a forward thinking business.

● Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability