Business Analyst with AI Apprenticeship - Level 4 - BBC Studios - London

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Overview Business Analyst with AI Apprenticeship - Level 4 - BBC Studios - London

Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 31774
Job Closing Date: 13 November 2025
Location: London, GBR, W12 7FA

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Apprenticeship, Full-time for 18 months

Department: Global Technology, Commercial Apps & Systems, BBC Studios

Location: London - Television Centre

Salary: £22,950 (+£5,441 London Weighting)

WE ARE BBC STUDIOS A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the world's most sought-after TV, audio and digital content. Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful, entertaining, and inspiring stories for people all around the world.

COULD A BBC APPRENTICESHIP BE THE NEXT ROLE FOR YOU? Join us as an apprentice at BBC Studios to kick-start your career in a job you'll love. We're committed to your skills and talent development. You'll learn on-the-job, developing knowledge and skills in an area that interests you, while working towards your apprenticeship qualification with one of our learning providers.

WHY JOIN THIS SCHEME? AI is transforming the way we work, and this scheme is perfect for someone who shares our passion to join us for the journey. You'll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team where your work has real impact. You'll learn through a mix of hands-on projects and dedicated study, earning an industry-recognised qualification, while building a foundation for your corporate career. You'll also explore how AI can enhance decision making, streamline processes and unlock new opportunities across the business. You'll register to join one of our webinars here.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM? As part of the Technology Transformation team at BBC Studios, you'll be joining a dynamic, collaborative group that drives change across the entire content supply chain. We work at the intersection of technology, media and innovation - partnering with product teams to deliver impactful solutions that shape how content is created, managed and distributed globally. You'll be part of a team that values curiosity, clarity and continuous improvement, and you'll gain practical experience in business analysis while pursuing an industry-recognised qualification. You'll also explore how AI can enhance decision making, streamline processes and unlock new opportunities across the business.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT As a Business Analyst with AI (BAI26) apprentice, you will:
  • Learn how to apply AI to drive organisational and operational change in the business.
  • Explore how BBC Studios develops AI solutions within an ethical and responsible framework.
  • Build knowledge of business analysis tools and AI technologies, gradually taking on more responsibility as confidence grows.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and help shape innovative solutions.
  • Contribute to the design and delivery of AI-enabled workflows and processes that support strategic goals.
  • Deliver AI-focused projects as part of an inclusive team that values diverse perspectives and development.
You'll study for your industry recognised apprenticeship qualification, learning both on and off the job. This includes spending at least one day a week studying for your L4 Business Analyst Apprenticeship with Corndel, in partnership with Imperial College, London:
  • AI enabled business transformation processes.
  • Ethical AI decision making.
  • Stakeholder engagement.
  • Solution assessment.
  • Business case development.
  • Project Management.
  • Strategic AI implementation to create business value.
For more information on the apprenticeship standard you will be studying, please visit the link provided.

YOUR SKILLS AND ELIGIBILITY We're looking for passion for working at the BBC and enthusiasm for delivering world-class content and operational excellence. Formal qualifications in business analysis aren't essential, but we're seeking someone with some BA skills and experience from a corporate environment.

This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to build on existing capabilities, formalise expertise, and explore how AI can transform business analysis. If you can bring these skills and experiences along with transferable strengths, we'd love to hear from you:
  • Has some experience in business and corporate environments, ideally with exposure to transformation or delivery projects.
  • Is excited about embracing the latest AI tools to enhance business analysis and drive innovation.
  • Brings excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills, with a natural problem-solving ability.
  • Can manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Has a keen interest in commercial applications, systems, and how technology supports business strategy.
  • Wants to formalise business analysis expertise through a recognised qualification while applying it to real-world AI projects.
This scheme is aimed at non-graduates. If you have a degree and you're interested in similar roles at the BBC, we recommend applying for jobs at the BBC careers site or exploring other apprenticeship schemes.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA To be eligible for an apprenticeship at the BBC, you must:
  • Be 18 years old or over by the time the apprenticeship begins in September 2026.
  • Have lived in the UK continuously for the last 3 years prior to the start of the apprenticeship.
  • Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire duration of the apprenticeship.
  • Not currently be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme, whether with the BBC or another organisation.
  • Not have completed or hold qualifications in the apprenticeship subject at the same or higher level.
To apply for this scheme, you must also:
  • Have maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above or National 5 (Scotland) at C or equivalent qualification.
READY TO APPLY? Don't miss this opportunity. If you're eligible, you'll create a candidate profile and answer a few questions - no CV or cover letter needed. We'll guide you through the next steps of the process and what to expect. You'll need to live within a commutable distance of where this role is based. You may be considered for other locations but should apply to only one advert.

This is a fixed-term apprenticeship - the contract lasts for the duration of the scheme. Upon completion, you'll receive career development, employability training, and networking opportunities to help you take your next step, whether at the BBC or elsewhere in the industry.

Disclaimer This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, its principal accountabilities, and the skills, knowledge and experience required for satisfactory performance. It is not a complete, detailed account of all duties involved.

Our apprenticeship roles require the necessary qualifications and training provider requirements for eligibility. Offers are subject to a skill scan process with the BBC nominated training provider.

Please note: If offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks including references, work eligibility, and, if applicable, safeguarding and adverse media checks. Any offer is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

Information at a Glance

This is your BBC At the BBC you can create and innovate in an inclusive environment while contributing to some of the world's best-loved content.

Find out more about the BBC

Life at BBC Here you will benefit from: excellent career and professional development; fair pay and flexible benefits, including a competitive salary package, a 35-hour working week, 25 days annual leave (26 days for BBC Studios), and a range of policies to support work/life balance, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym; a values-based organisation where the way we do things is as important as what we do.

As an Apprentice you will also receive: industry-recognised qualification; industry-leading training through the BBC Academy and our learning providers; a dedicated Team Manager and Scheme Specialist; training and mentoring by industry professionals; a bespoke BBC apprenticeship experience including development days and membership of the BBC Apprenticeship community; employability and networking training and support; financial relocation support subject to eligibility.

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Disability confident We support candidates who are disabled or have long-term health conditions. If you need adjustments for the recruitment process or the role, contact us via the Early Careers Recruitment contact form and we will discuss how we can support you.

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