Data Analyst Apprentice

EDF Energy; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Gloucester is offering a Data Analyst Apprenticeship with a starting salary of £25,000. Candidates will gain hands-on experience in data analysis, using tools like Power BI and Azure, while working towards a Level 4 qualification. Applicants need five GCSEs including English and Maths, or equivalent, along with a passion for data and digital technologies. This role supports the UK's net-zero goals and provides a pathway to a unique career in the energy sector.

Benefits

Customisable benefits

Electric vehicle leasing

Discounted gym membership

Life assurance

Tech vouchers

Experience days

Qualifications

• Passion for data, digital innovation and emerging technology.
• Understanding of cloud and digital technologies.
• Ability to travel within the UK when required.

Responsibilities

• Gather requirements and model data to support decision-making.
• Contribute to exciting projects involving data governance.
• Gain exposure to Agile project delivery and data engineering methods.

Skills

Data analysis

Power BI

Python

R

Excel

Communication skills

Education

Five GCSEs (A*–C / 9–4) including English and Maths

Level 3 qualification such as A‑levels or BTEC

Tools

Azure cloud platform

Microsoft applications

Job description

About the Role

Success is Personal. It’s your journey, powered by us.

Ready to shape the future of energy? Join our Data Analyst Apprenticeship and help Britain achieve net zero while gaining a fully funded degree and hands‑on experience. At EDF, success means different things to different people – and we’ll support you to achieve yours.

“The energy industry is a great sector to work in, with a diverse range of opportunities and a key role to play in the UK's net‑zero carbon targets. The HPC project, spanning construction and nuclear operations, has plenty of interesting and challenging opportunities. I find being part of this team very rewarding.” – Lucas, Apprentice

The Opportunity

This Data Analyst Apprenticeship offers a starting salary of £25,000 and the training and support needed to achieve your Level 4 Data Analyst including Power BI qualification.

Across this 24‑month programme, you’ll learn how to gather requirements, inspect, cleanse, model and interpret data — using your growing skills to discover insights, support decisions and improve value for our teams and customers. You’ll contribute directly to exciting projects across EDF, working with data governance controls in a nuclear, security‑sensitive environment.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll gain exposure to Azure cloud platforms, Agile project delivery, data engineering methods and industry‑leading tools. Training is delivered virtually by QA with opportunities to collaborate closely with Technical Leads, Product Owners and partners across our business. Together, we’re driving the transition towards An Electric Britain.

Your Work Location

You’ll be based at either our #Gloucester Business Park office, or our offices in#Heysham. with flexibility for home working. Your apprenticeship training is delivered virtually by QA, and occasional UK travel may be required depending on project needs.

What You’ll Experience

• Working with Azure cloud platforms at scale to support real business needs
• Using Power BI, Python, R and data modelling techniques
• Hands‑on experience in data cleansing, transformation, governance and analytics
• Supporting Agile product teams to deliver high‑quality digital solutions
• Developing data engineering fundamentals and understanding cloud technologies
• Learning from industry experts, mentors and experienced teams across EDF

Who You Are

To be eligible for this EDF apprenticeship programme, you need to have:

• Five GCSEs (A*–C / 9–4) including English and Maths, or a Level 3 qualification such as A‑levels or BTEC
• Experience using Excel and Microsoft applications
• A passion for data, digital innovation and emerging technology
• An understanding of cloud and digital technologies and how they support business outcomes
• Strong communication skills and an enthusiasm for collaboration and problem‑solving
• The ability to travel within the UK when required

Security Vetting

To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the requirements for Security Check SC Clearance, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least 5 of the last 10 years.

Pay, Benefits and Culture

Alongside a starting salary of £25,000 per annum and a market‑leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days, and more.

At EDF, we believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That’s why we offer you the freedom to develop a career that’s unique to you. Here, Success is Personal – it’s your journey, powered by us.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments. As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident scheme, any applicant who meets the minimum criteria (which will include holding a relevant degree discipline/grade and achieving the required pass mark for Stage 1 Testing) will be guaranteed an interview.

We anticipate significant interest in this apprenticeship – so please don’t delay, apply today! Join us and find your success at EDF!

Our Virtual Assessment Centre will take place on 31st March 2026.

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Success is Personal. It’s your journey, powered by us. Join us and drive the transition towards an Electric Britain.