Digital Platforms Assistant - Placement Year

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Farnborough seeks a Digital Platforms Assistant for a 13-month placement. You will work across various departments, support e-commerce initiatives, and manage key agency relationships. Ideal candidates are studying towards a relevant bachelor's degree, have a keen interest in e-commerce, and possess strong communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary of £25,300 and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

27 days holiday

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Qualifications

• Studying towards a bachelor's degree on track for at least a 2:2.
• Interest in e-commerce and online stores desirable.
• Experience selling online advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to work in a team and independently on projects.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support scheduling and facilitate meetings with e-commerce stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with agencies supporting digital platforms.
• Assistance with maintenance/development of online booking platforms.

Skills

E-commerce interest

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Studying towards a bachelor's degree in Business Studies, Marketing, IT, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

BMW UK, National Sales Centre, Farnborough – Digital Platforms Assistant - 13 Month Placement (July 2026)

This role is cross functional, giving you the opportunity to work across Marketing, Digital, E-commerce, Service, and Parts areas, as well as interfacing with other departments within the organisation and our Retailer Network. As part of the role, you will be involved in the commercial elements of the business which will include gaining an understanding of the return on investment of our activities, monitoring competitor activity, and interacting and maintaining relationships with contacts across our agency landscape.

Overview

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.

What awaits you?

• Support the Ecommerce Manager to schedule and facilitate meetings with various e-commerce stakeholders, working with the world biggest online marketplaces like eBay and Amazon.
• Manage relationships with some key agencies that support the delivery of our many digital platforms.
• Support the wider Channel Development areas with regular accurate reporting as well support for the many projects and national campaigns that use our digital platforms as destinations to shop/transact.
• Support the Retail Channel Development Executive by assisting with and supporting the maintenance/development of the Service Online Booking Platform and various other digital convenient journey platforms such as BMW Chat, and BMW Pay.

Qualifications and experience

• Studying towards a bachelor's degree in Business Studies, Marketing, IT, or a related field and on track to achieve at least a 2:2.
• An interest in e-commerce and a strong awareness of online stores are desirable. In addition, experience selling online either on your own e-commerce platform or one of the major online marketplaces would be advantageous, but is not essential.
• A confident user of Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel, is a necessity.
• A thirst for learning, an eye for detail, and a creative flare would all be beneficial.
• You must be able to work both as part of a team and individually on projects, adding value and delivering against our deadlines and targets.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written are essential.
• An ability to effectively manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy is required.
• The role will occasionally involve offsite meetings, so a willingness to travel is key, although the majority of your time will be spent at Summit One in Farnborough.

Why choose us?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £25,300, 27 days holiday per annum (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 a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

What do you need to do now?

Apply early as we operate rolling recruitment—applications may close earlier if we receive sufficient interest. The process includes online testing, an assessment centre, and a virtual interview with the hiring manager.

• Returning to studies for at least 6 months after the placement.
• Proof of legal right to work in the UK.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.