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Data Analyst Apprentice

MANNERS MACLEAN LIMITED · MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE
Location
Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire
Postcode
MK16 0EJ
Salary
£16,000 a year
Duration
2 Years
Hours per week
37.5h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Data analyst (level 4)
Start date
7 September 2026
Application deadline
23 June 2026
Posted
5 June 2026
Vacancy reference
2000035498

About the role

Detailed role description:

  • Support talent intelligence and market mapping projects across global consumer goods, healthcare, luxury and technology sectors
  • Research organisations, leadership teams, industry trends and talent markets using a range of digital tools and platforms
  • Use AI-powered research and productivity tools to gather, analyse and organise information
  • Build and maintain talent databases, market intelligence reports and internal knowledge resources
  • Analyse data to identify patterns, trends and insights that support client decision-making
  • Assist in the production of dashboards, spreadsheets, reports and presentations for client assignments
  • Support competitor intelligence and succession planning projects by collecting and validating market data
  • Work with consultants and researchers to improve data quality, reporting processes and operational efficiency
  • Learn how executive search, talent intelligence and business research support strategic hiring decisions
  • Develop practical skills in data analysis, business intelligence, research methodologies and emerging technologies

Working week

Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm.

Skills

Excel/SheetsFormulas & pivotsBasic SQL querying & analysisProblem-solvingAnalysisAttention to detailAccuracyData insights

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 9-4
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 9-4
Desired
A Level · Business · Grade A*-C
Desired
A Level · Maths · Grade A*-C
Desired
BTEC · Business · Grade A*-C

Training & development

Data Analyst Level 4.

Your learning will take place at the South Central Institute of Technology, which offers benefits such as: Quality teaching and support. Project-based learning, co-delivered by employers. State-of-the-art facilities with plenty of tech equipment available.

Future prospects

This apprenticeship provides a pathway into careers in data analytics, talent intelligence, research and consulting. Successful candidates will develop valuable skills in data analysis, AI-enabled research and business intelligence, with opportunities to progress into roles such as Talent Intelligence Analyst, Research Associate, Data Analyst or Executive Search Consultant.

Things to consider

Hybrid working available following the successful completion of the initial training period. Salary range: £16,000 - £18,000.

You will need to be working towards, or have achieved, a Level 3 qualification in order to apply for this role. 

About MANNERS MACLEAN LIMITED

Manners Maclean is a forward-thinking, global talent consultancy that goes far beyond traditional recruitment. With a presence in London and Dubai, the business partners with some of the world’s most recognisable organisations across FMCG, luxury, pharma, and consumer healthcare—helping them build the leadership teams that shape industries and drive innovation. At its core, Manners Maclean is powered by a simple but powerful mission: to connect exceptional people with meaningful opportunities that fuel growth—for individuals, businesses, and entire markets. Combining deep sector expertise with data-driven insight, the company delivers intelligent talent solutions, from executive search and talent mapping to long-term workforce planning and diversity initiatives. What truly sets Manners Maclean apart is its impact. The team doesn’t just fill roles—they help organisations expand into new markets, strengthen leadership capability, and future-proof their workforce. Their strategic approach gives clients the confidence to hire smarter and grow faster, while candidates gain access to career-defining opportunities on a global stage.
Website
www.mannersmaclean.com/