Industrial Placement - Strategy

Bentley Motors Limited; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days holiday

Pension contribution

Mentorship

Job summary

Bentley Motors Limited offers an Industrial Placement Student role at its Crewe campus. You will join a community of around 93 trainees, supporting strategic projects, data analysis and business planning while rotating across areas.

The programme includes masterclasses, mentorship and social activities in a collaborative environment. Based in Crewe with hybrid work, the placement runs from mid‑August 2027 to August 2028, offering development opportunities, governance exposure and a pathway to

Qualifications

• On track for a 2:1 in Economics, Business Management or Project Management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic projects and business improvement initiatives.
• Collect, analyse and interpret data to support decision-making.
• Prepare presentations, reports and briefing materials for stakeholders.
• Support business planning, governance and performance review activities.
• Assist with workshops, events and cross-functional collaboration.
• Research emerging industry trends, technologies and market developments.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.
• Manage own tasks and projects while balancing priorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Planning

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Data insights

Excel

PowerPoint

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Economics (2:1)

Business Management (2:1)

Project Management (2:1)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Salary: £25,500

Start Date: Monday 16th August 2027 - Friday 4th August 2028

Location: Based in Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 3PL.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Entry Requirements: See ‘What we’re looking for’ section

Our Industrial Placement Programme

As part of Bentley’s annual Early Careers intake, you’ll join a community of around 93 trainees including Industrial Placements, Graduates, and Apprentices.

During your placement, you’ll be based at our Bentley Campus "Dream Factory". Alongside hands‑on work experience, you’ll also benefit from:

• CSR and outreach activities
• Opportunities to participate in charity events, community projects, and social committees
• Masterclasses, development workshops, and social events
• Inclusivity networks and peer support groups
• Placements and rotations across different areas of the business that interest you

About the role

As an Industrial Placement Student at Bentley, you will play a key part in Bentley’s journey to extraordinary vehicles for our customers. Based out of our state‑of‑the‑art headquarters in Crewe, you will:

Ggain exposure to a broad range of strategic, transformation and business planning activities. Through a structured development programme, you will support projects and initiatives across multiple areas, working alongside senior leaders and experienced professionals.

This unique placement offers an opportunity to understand how strategy is developed, translated into plans, and delivered across a global luxury automotive business.

Your main responsibilities will include

• Supporting strategic projects and business improvement initiatives
• Collecting, analysing and interpreting data to support decision‑making
• Preparing presentations, reports and briefing materials for stakeholders
• Supporting business planning, governance and performance review activities
• Assisting with workshops, events and cross-functional collaboration activities
• Researching emerging industry trends, technologies and market developments
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working
• Managing your own tasks and projects whilst balancing multiple priorities

About the Department

The team brings together a diverse range of specialisms, including Corporate Strategy, Product Strategy, Government Affairs, Sustainability, Transformation and Programme Delivery, providing insight and direction on the opportunities and challenges that will define the future of the luxury automotive industry.

What we are looking for

The successful candidates will be on track to achieve a 2:1 in the following degrees: Economics, Business Management, or Project Management

Skills required for the role

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Confidence working with data and generating insights
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing effectively within a team

What we offer

As an Industrial Placement you will have access to the following benefits:

• A starting salary of £25,500
• Support from our Early Careers team and 121 manager mentorship
• 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits
• Learning and development opportunities

Right To Work

To be eligible for an Early Careers programme you must have a legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the placement or graduate scheme. We welcome students who have Settled Status, a Tier 4 Visa, or a Graduate Visa. We are unable to offer sponsorship for our Early Careers positions.

#BelongingAtBentley

Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered.

We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity and we positively celebrate the differences between people.

Working at Bentley

To learn more about what life is like working at Bentley, and our assessment process view our Candidate Pack here.

Closing date: Friday 23rd October 2026