Higher Level Commercial Apprenticeship

Best Apprenticeships; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apprenticeship provider is offering a 2-year Higher Level Commercial Apprenticeship in Plymouth, UK. This role allows you to gain hands-on experience by managing complex contracts within the Naval Nuclear business unit. Over the course of your apprenticeship, you will rotate through different placements, developing essential skills in negotiation, risk analysis, and compliance. You will work closely with experienced mentors and teams to support vital defence projects and be a part of ensuring the Royal Navy's fleet remains operational.

Qualifications

• Passion for business and contract management.
• Willingness to learn on the job through practical experience.
• Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of complex contracts across the Naval Nuclear business unit.
• Engage with customers and suppliers in live contracts.
• Develop bids for new opportunities and ensure compliance with governance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Risk analysis

Collaboration

Job description

Our 2-year Higher Level Commercial Apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity to build a career in business and contract management while supporting some complex engineering projects in the UK. You’ll help shape and deliver contracts that keep the Royal Navy’s fleet operational, learning how to manage commercial relationships and support bids.

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands‑on experience.

What you’ll do at work

• The Commercial function at Babcock plays a vital role in ensuring we deliver value and excellence for our customers. You’ll join a team that helps manage complex contracts across the Naval Nuclear business unit, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of major defence projects
• Over two years, you’ll complete four placements of around six months each, each offering the chance to experience a different part of the business. One rotation might focus on supporting live contracts and engaging with customers and suppliers, while another could involve developing bids for new opportunities or helping ensure compliance with governance and assurance processes
• As your experience grows, you’ll develop a broad skill set that covers everything from negotiating and managing terms and conditions to analysing commercial risks and supporting successful contract delivery. Collaboration will be a key part of your work as you partner with engineers, legal advisors and project managers to understand how commercial decisions shape project outcomes
• Throughout the programme, you’ll be supported by experienced mentors and managers who’ll help you build confidence, capability and sound professional judgement