Data Engineering and Analytics Apprenticeship Programme
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Who We Are
St. James's Place (SJP) is a leading Wealth Management company that delivers personalised, face‑to‑face financial advice to clients, helping them plan, grow and protect their financial futures.
The Data Engineering and Analytics Apprenticeship Programme
Assessment Centre: Tuesday 17 Feb 2026
This 12‑month programme offers an excellent grounding in the fundamental principles of data in one of the UK’s largest wealth management organisations. The Chief Data Office sits within the Chief Technology Office and ensures data is managed as one of the organisation’s most valuable assets, setting the vision for how data is used, ensuring accuracy, management, security and driving insights and innovation.
As an apprentice you’ll be exposed to:
* Data governance and quality – learning how we make sure data is trusted and consistent.
* Data management – understanding how data is stored, integrated, and shared across the business.
* Analytics and insight – learn how data is turned into meaningful information that guides decisions and how to develop and deploy visualisations.
* Regulation and compliance – gaining awareness of how data is protected and used responsibly.
* Data culture – helping improve awareness and skills so everyone can make better use of data.
Alongside this you will study for Level 5 Data Engineer Apprenticeship and advance your technical skills through curriculum delivered by the St James’s Place Technology and Data Academy.
This is a permanent vacancy. Upon successful completion you will continue your career within the Chief Data Office.
Key Responsibilities
* Learn and apply data engineering fundamentals – gain hands‑on experience with databases, cloud platforms, and data integration tools.
* Support data pipelines – help design, build and maintain processes that move and transform data between systems.
* Assist with data quality checks – monitor data for accuracy, completeness and consistency, escalating issues where needed.
* Work with senior engineers – shadow and support in developing efficient, reliable and secure data solutions.
* Document processes and standards – contribute to clear documentation to support knowledge sharing and best practice.
* Collaborate across teams – work with analysts, architects and business users to understand data needs and deliver value.
* Develop technical skills – grow your knowledge in SQL, Python, cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Snowflake) and modern data engineering tools.
* Support data governance initiatives – help apply data security, compliance and management standards.
Requirements of the Job
* On track to complete or have attained A‑levels (or equivalent) in Computing, Data or analytical subject(s).
* Minimum Level 5 in English Language and Mathematics at GCE (or equivalent).
* Understanding of databases.
* Great analytical skills.
* Strong communication – written and verbal.
* Self‑motivated and willing to learn and take on a challenge.
Special Requirements
This role will be based full‑time in our Cirencester office and you will be expected to be in the office at least three days per week.
Please note that due to the eligibility criteria for visa sponsorship, we are unable to offer work visa sponsorship for our Apprenticeship programmes.
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