Job Details Business Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship 2026 R30419

MBDA S.A.S.; Bolton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in the UK is offering a Business Degree Apprenticeship. Over four years, you will gain practical experience in various functions including Procurement and Project Management while studying for a BSc in Business Management funded by the company. The role includes hands-on learning, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

25 days paid annual leave

Dynamic working policies

Retirement savings plan

Share incentive plan

Private medical insurance

Access to learning platforms

Management training opportunities

Qualifications

• Predicted to meet GCSE and A-level requirements by the start date.
• Must be studying for a BSc (Hons) Business Management Degree.
• Eligible for entry based on GCSE and A-level or equivalent qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Gain insight into Procurement, Supply Chain, and Project Management.
• Work on rotatable placements to enhance practical learning.
• Liaise with customers for commercial agreements during placements.

Skills

Negotiating skills

Influencing skills

Risk assessment

Education

5 GCSEs at grades 9-4 including English and Mathematics

3 A-levels with 120 UCAS Tariff points

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (DDM)

T-Level in a business-related subject

Job description

Overview

The opportunity As a Business Degree Apprentice you will gain a unique insight into various functions within MBDA. By the end of the four year programme, you'll begin the next stage of your career in a part of the business that you have experienced and are keen to continue working in. You will experience placements in functions such as:

• Procurement - manage business relationships with UK and/or overseas suppliers and gain experience of subcontract management ensuring on time, on cost, on quality supplier performance. Develop your negotiating and influencing skills and build your internal and external network as part of your placement.
• Supply Chain - gain experience in managing and improving supplier performance through risk assessments, ensuring that risks are identified, collected and effectively mitigated.
• Project Management - work on a variety of projects and platforms to manage planning, costs and risk mitigation.

There is also the option to complete a placement in Commercial at our Stevenage site - you\'ll liaise with MBDA\'s customers, ensuring the correct commercial agreements are in place to support the winning and delivering against the overall business objectives. There is a large amount of legal and commercial knowledge available to support you within this placement.

Programme structure

You will study for a BSc (Hons) Business Management Degree at the University of Greater Manchester for 4 years which will be fully funded by MBDA. You will attend university for one day a week and when you are not at university, you\'ll work within our business on rotational placements. This way of studying allows you to earn an academic and nationally recognised qualification as well as gain hands-on learning experience within a professional and friendly workplace. Course delivery will be a blend of virtual and face to face. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join an apprenticeship scheme that has developed winners of some of the most prestigious apprenticeship awards in the UK.

Find more details about the course here: https://www.bolton.ac.uk/course/BAM007-P-UOB-SS

Benefits and flexibility

• Employees receive 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to all statutory and public holidays. After 5, 10 and 15 years of service, an additional day of annual leave is added at each milestone. You can also purchase up to an additional five days of holiday through payroll.
• Dynamic Working policies offer flexibility around hours and location, with potential options for paid overtime, time in lieu and more, depending on role and function.
• MBDA Retirement Savings Plan (Defined Contribution) with employer and employee contributions, plus potential enhancements.
• Financial awareness resources and access to a financial education website and webinars.
• Share Incentive Plan and mortgage advice as part of financial wellbeing initiatives.
• Season Ticket Loan for public transport costs.
• Critical Illness benefit and Employee Assistance Programme (confidential 24/7 support and counselling).
• Private Medical Insurance options (including company-funded and voluntary schemes) and Dental Insurance options.
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Healthcare and Leisure benefits, with various cover levels.
• Learning options from online platforms (Percipio, YouLearn, Career Builder, Video Gateway) with up to £150 annual financial support for further study and access to our Learning Gateway for training catalogues.
• Management training opportunities for those aspiring to lead teams.

Eligibility and qualifications

This role has specific qualification and subject criteria; please carefully check eligibility before applying. If you are currently studying and are predicted to meet these requirements by the start date you are welcome to apply.

• GCSEs: A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4, including English Language and Mathematics.
• After GCSEs: You must have completed one of the following and achieved 120 UCAS Tariff points:
• 3 x A levels at minimum grade C, including an A-level in a business-related subject (e.g., Business, Government and Politics, Economics, Finance, Accounting or Law).
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at a minimum grade of DDM in a business-related subject.
• T-Level at Merit or Distinction in a business-related subject.

Please note: We assess entry criteria based on your top three full A Levels or equivalent qualifications (BTEC/T Level). We do not include UCAS points from an Extended Project Qualification. We also set our own criteria based on the needs of this role. These criteria may differ from university requirements.

About MBDA

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces and defend our nations. We partner with governments to work towards common goals. We recognise and support diversity and inclusion through employee networks and accessible recruitment processes. If you require advice, support, or adjustments during our recruitment process, please let us know.