Apprenticeship – Supply, trading & shipping L6 (degree) UK

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

Job summary

A leading energy company is offering a degree apprenticeship in supply trading based in Canary Wharf, London. This 4-year program combines practical work experience with part-time study towards a Data Analyst degree. Ideal candidates will be aged 18 or over and demonstrate strong communication and numeracy skills, along with the ability to work independently and in a team. This hybrid role provides opportunities for personal and professional development with a clear pathway for advancement.

Benefits

Starting salary of £32,000

Sign on bonus of £3,000

Wellbeing allowance up to £1,500 annually

Flexible benefits allowance of 20% of salary

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Aged 18 or over by the start of the programme in September 2026.
• Must complete A-levels or further education by 2026.
• No prior qualifications at the same level as the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to real business roles in trading analytics.
• Develop behavioural and technical skills during the apprenticeship.
• Participate in various projects and learn day-to-day operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Self-initiative

Education

Minimum achieved or predicted 104 UCAS points including one A level in a STEM subject

GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above

Job description

About bp

bp is a global company that offers opportunities for professionals and those starting out in their career. We are an integrated energy company delivering 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? 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, optimize our core businesses, look for new revenue streams, and strive for more innovative digital and customer solutions while building closer collaboration across bp and beyond. 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 sharp minds and bright talent, empowering them to progress in our inclusive and agile ST&S. You’ll have the opportunity to be 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 degree apprenticeship programme

Over the 4-year programme you’ll be placed in real business roles and be an active member of your team. Roles could include trading analytics generating innovative and independent data-driven insights into global energy markets or commercial analytics supporting day-to-day Trading & Origination opportunities, among others will give you the opportunity to make a real difference.

While building future skills with on-the-job experience you will study part time towards a Data Analyst degree with full support from an external training provider. You’ll be guided by an experienced mentor from the ST&S business as well as a buddy from the Early Careers Talent programme.

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

Digital and technology solutions professional / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

For which the provider may be Corndel: The Corndel College London Digital & Technology Solutions Professional (Data Analyst) Degree Apprenticeship - Corndel; however the provider may be subject to change.

Early careers experience at bp

This apprenticeship program is 4 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. We welcome applicants from a range of academic subject backgrounds.

Most importantly we are 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, and 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’re unable to progress applications for students who will be part way through their studies when the programme starts).

You’ll also need to have :

• Minimum achieved or predicted 104 UCAS points which must include at least one A level (or equivalent) in a STEM subject (e.g. Maths, Computer Science, Physics, Information Technology, Software Engineering or Economics) at a minimum grade C (or equivalent)
• GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at grade 4 or above
• Applicants with a level 3 apprenticeship qualification will also be considered

Qualifications should be checked to ensure the requisite points are met. Calculate your UCAS Tariff points Undergraduate Conservatoires UCAS

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

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 time 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 where 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:

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Reward

Starting salary : 32000

Sign on bonus : 3000 (One off payment subject to tax and national insurance)

Wellbeing allowance : Claim up to 1500 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 & Relocation

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

Skills & Compliance

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process please contact us. If you are selected for a position, employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy including pre-placement drug screening, medical review of 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