Business Management Graduate Apprenticeship

Posted 11 days 10 hours ago by SSE PLC

£23,422 - £28,000 Annual
Permanent
Not Specified
Apprenticeships & Internships Jobs
Perthshire, United Kingdom
Job Description

Business Management Graduate Apprenticeship

  • 550274
  • Closing at: Oct at 23:55 BST

Business Management Graduate Apprenticeship

Base Location: Perth

Salary: Circa £23,422 + a range of other benefits to support your?family, finances, and wellbeing. Salary upon finishing the programme is circa £28,000 per annum, depending on role.

Working Pattern: Permanent Full Time

Start Date: August 2025

What is the role?

Our Business Management Graduate Apprenticeship programme lasts for four years and combines part-time attendance at university finishing with a BSc (Hons) in Business Management and work-based experience. You will be part of our Project Services team and this programme will support your development and expand your knowledge and experience to work towards becoming a Document Controller, Planner, or Project Coordinator.

Within Transmission, our projects include works to reinforce our existing transmission network, construct new overhead lines, lay new sub-sea cables and increase the capacity of our substations to accommodate new renewable generation schemes, as we move away from fossil fuels towards our net zero future. As part of these projects, our Project Services team provides vital support to ensure they run efficiently from development to delivery stage.

Whilst on the programme you will rotate amongst the different teams to gain experience of the key areas of Project Services before deciding your preference to specialise in one of the listed areas;

Document Controlling - Responsible for the management and control of project/business documents and records and ensuring that the Project Teams operate in accordance with set processes and procedures.

Planning - Planning projects across the full project lifecycle including producing and maintaining client perspective programmes that support the project work processes, milestones, and deadlines. Liaising with project teams, contractors, site management, and commercial teams to effectively report on project progress.

Project Coordination - Including administrative tasks, information management, and support activities. Establishing and maintaining quality governance for administrative processes, data gathering and analysis, and multi-tasking to meet demanding priorities.

You will gain real experience, build an invaluable network, and develop a unique set of skills which will shape your career. Due to our size and diversity, we can offer you a structured yet challenging development programme where you'll have the support of the Learning and Development team and a business mentor to assist you in reaching your full potential.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to be:?

- Highly organised and self-driven with the ability to manage your time well.

- Flexible in your approach to work to maximise your chances of success, and you should be happy working alone or as part of a team.

For entrance onto the educational aspect of our programme it's important that you have or expect to achieve the below qualifications prior to starting the programme in August 2025:

- Scottish Higher: BBBC or equivalent

If you have already completed a Foundation or Modern Apprenticeship in a related subject, this will also contribute towards meeting the entry requirements. Successful candidates will be subject to the university entry requirements.

Please note, we are unable to accept applications from those that have already completed a Bachelors Degree.

About our Business

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland, transporting energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, providing a safe and reliable supply of electricity to the communities it serves. Home to some of the UK's greatest resources of renewable energy, SSEN Transmission is playing a critical role in the transition to a low carbon future, developing, building, maintaining and operating a network for net zero.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know next steps.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact ?by email or you are very welcome to request a call if you would prefer to discuss on the phone.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records?and credit check.