Apprenticeship – Supply, trading & shipping L3 (advanced) L4 (higher) UK

BP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An international energy company is seeking apprentices for its Supply Trading and Shipping program in London. This apprenticeship offers a 2-year opportunity to work within key business roles while studying for qualifications. Candidates must be at least 18 by September 2026, with a keen interest in working in a global business environment. Responsibilities range from supporting trading activities to operational tasks, with a strong focus on teamwork and communication skills. Join us to develop your career in the energy sector.

Benefits

Starting salary of 32,000

Sign-on bonus of 3,000

Wellbeing allowance of up to 1,500

Flexible benefits including a 20% allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 or over by the program start in September 2026.
• Passion to work in a global business.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial trading activities in the financial team.
• Operate physical oil movements ensuring safe operations.
• Participate in projects alongside day-to-day operations.

Skills

Shipping & Receiving

Inventory Control

Data Entry

Basic Math

Computer Skills

Warehouse Experience

Education

GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at grade 4 or above

Job description

Entity: Supply Trading & Shipping

Job Family Group: Business Support Group

Job Description : About bp

bp is a global company that offers a world of opportunities for professionals as well as those starting out in their career. We are an integrated energy company one of only a few that can deliver energy at global scale through a decades-long energy transition. Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world today and tomorrow.

What does this mean for you? It means you can expect purposeful work, world‑class training and the flexibility to realize your full potential. Not to mention the chance to join a company committed to delivering energy for all. Ready to crack on – your perfect job match awaits.

About Supply trading & shipping (ST&S)

As one of the world’s most developed commodity traders, ST&S keeps the planet’s energy moving. With an extensive portfolio and expertise in physical supply and trading we enable over 12,000 customers to make the most of their assets while offering an excellent place to begin a rewarding career.

We constantly pursue commercial opportunities, optimise our core businesses, look for new revenue streams, strive for more innovative digital and customer solutions and build closer collaboration across bp and beyond. Throughout the deep expertise and leadership of our people will be key.

Supply trading & shipping apprenticeships

Our apprenticeships offer a true alternative route into the energy industry for those who don’t intend to go to university. We provide the opportunity to begin developing the behavioural and technical skills you need to build an outstanding career whilst studying for an apprenticeship qualification.

We’re looking for the sharpest minds and brightest talent and empowering them to progress in our inclusive and agile ST&S. You’ll have the opportunity to be a part of it all while working with some of the most dynamic, diverse and high‑performing teams around.

Click the links below to hear from some of our apprentices:

• 1) Things you didn’t know about ST&S
• 2) Misconceptions about ST&S
• 3) Top tips
• 4) Apprentice social life

About our foundation apprenticeship programmes

With two distinct tracks, both offering a 2‑year programme with on‑the‑job experience and the option to study towards a Level 3 (advanced) or Level 4 (higher) apprenticeship standard in either a Business or Data discipline, you’ll be placed in real business roles and be an active member of your team.

This apprenticeship provider will be aligned to one of the following standards:

• Business administrator / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
• Data analyst / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

May be offered by:

• BPP Business Administration (Level 3)
• The Imperial College and Corndel Data Analyst Programme (Level 4) – Corndel

However the provider may be subject to change.

General business track

Roles could see you supporting various commercial trading activity in the financial team; analysing market data; or working in the shipping team to name a few. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme you will have the opportunity to move onto our wider ST&S development programme – a further 3 years specialising in either Trading Analytics or Commercial tracks depending on your skill set and career aspirations. This is subject to successfully completing additional assessments.

Trading operations track

Operations is key to the success of our trading teams. Over the 2‑year programme you may operate physical oil movements ensuring safe, compliant commercial operations. You will be given the opportunity to work across different teams on the trading floor from crude oil to biofuels, from barges to ships, and everything in between.

Upon successful completion of the programme you will have the opportunity to complete a 3rd rotation focusing on a core operations role with a view to becoming a permanent member of the operations team.

Track selection

During the application and selection process we will assess where your skill set will be best suited to join either the business track or the operations track. Either way we expect you to become the future talent for our ST&S business.

Early careers experience at bp

This apprenticeship program is 2 years long. During this time you’ll work on different projects alongside learning day‑to‑day operations to become a rounded professional.

Alongside your formal apprenticeship you’ll also complete our Elevate training programme which provides a framework of non‑technical skills to support building personal effectiveness, helping you to grow both personally and professionally.

Throughout the program you’ll have a dedicated support network to provide guidance on the program and advice on career development. You’ll also be a key part of the bp early careers community with events, socials and the opportunity to network with other early careers from across bp.

Requirements

We believe in hiring people with the right core competencies and interest rather than specific technical experience. That’s why we welcome applicants from a range of academic subject backgrounds.

Most importantly we’re looking for people who have a real passion to work in a global business.

To be successful you will have the ability to work on your own initiative but also to work co‑operatively as part of a team. You’ll have a keen eye for detail, excellent written and verbal communication, numeracy skills and the ability to prioritise your workload.

To apply you must be aged 18 or over by the start of the programme in September 2026.

If you’re currently studying A‑levels or completing further education you must be due to complete your qualification/s in 2026 (we are unable to progress applications for students who will be part‑way through their studies when the programme starts).

You’ll also need to have:

GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at grade 4 or above

In addition, under the apprenticeship levy rules the following applies to all apprentices:

• Must be a citizen of an EEA / EU country (including the UK) and have lived in the EEA / EU for the last three years; or if you are a non‑EEA / EU citizen but have permission to live and work in the UK and have been ordinarily resident in the UK for the last three years.
• Cannot already have a qualification at the same level or higher as the apprenticeship you are applying for.
• Cannot be currently undertaking another professional qualification that is government‑funded (e.g. another apprenticeship).

This programme is designed for school/college leavers and other individuals who do not have a degree. If you have a university degree please apply to our student and graduate opportunities.

Location(s)

This role will be based out of the following UK office:

BP Canary Wharf – 25 North Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HZ

Start Date

7 September 2026

Other information

Please note the following when applying: You can only apply to one bp early careers opportunity globally per academic year. Within this period we will only process the first application you make. You will be withdrawn from any subsequent applications.

Assessment centres are a key part of the process and will be in person. BP will cover reasonable travel and accommodation costs in line with the travel policy which will be shared with you. Please ensure you will be available to attend in person.

Accommodation once confirmed – if you need or decide to move closer to your location you are responsible for organising and funding this accommodation.

Adjustments

We are keen to make our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any adjustments / accommodations to any stage of the recruitment process please mention this in the allocated section on your initial application form. Someone will then be in touch to discuss or confirm the adjustments / accommodations as appropriate for you. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss adjustments before applying, please get in touch.

Reward

Starting salary : 32,000

Sign on bonus : 3,000 (one‑off payment subject to tax and national insurance)

Wellbeing allowance : Claim up to 1,500 each calendar year (subject to tax and national insurance) for products and services that contribute to physical, mental, financial and social wellbeing.

Flexible benefits : In addition to your base salary you’ll receive a flexible allowance (currently 20% of your base salary) that you can take as cash or use to buy a range of extra benefits such as a pension, critical illness, dental care, personal accident and travel insurance, and our cycle‑to‑work scheme.

Discretionary annual bonus scheme: Details of applicable bonus scheme and rules will be available on joining.

Private Medical Insurance: We’ll pay for private healthcare and you only pay an income tax charge.

bp share plans : You can choose to take part in our share plan and buy bp shares every month.

Travel Requirement

Negligible travel should be expected with this role.

Relocation Assistance

This role is not eligible for relocation.

Remote Type

This position is a hybrid of office / remote working.

Legal Disclaimer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socio‑economic status, neurodiversity / neuro‑cognitive functioning, veteran status or disability. An accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g. accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre‑placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role and background checks.

Key Skills

Shipping & Receiving, Inventory Control, Data Entry, Forklift, Basic Math, Computer Skills, Math, Warehouse Experience, Warehouse Distribution Experience, Computer Literacy, Warehouse Management System, Heavy Lifting

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1