Company Description

Why choose a NIQ Apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship with NIQ gives individuals an opportunity to both continue their education whilst working within a market-leading organisation. Successful completion of the programme will consist of passing all modules at Abingdon and Witney College (Oxford Brookes University) and completion of all internal objectives set during your time on the programme. Upon successful completion, wherever possible, our apprentices are offered permanent positions within the Company.

Founded on the principles of being Client Obsessed, Driven to Win, Accountable for Results, and Committed to Integrity, NIQ is a place where you can be yourself, make a difference and grow.

Job Description

About Level 6 Apprenticeship in Chartered Management

This degree-level apprenticeship will earn you a BA (Hons) Degree in Business and Management Practice, certified by Oxford Brookes University. The degree will focus on the theory behind a range of business functions, such as Customer Success, Consumer Analytics and Operations. Upon completion of the end stage assessment, you will be awarded CMI status as part of the apprenticeship programme.
As an apprentice, you will be a hybrid worker, varying your working week by working at NIQ’s UK Head Office in Oxford, at home and with allocated days to attend university. You will also be allocated study time within working hours. You will be completing your study at Abingdon and Witney college with your degree being certified by Oxford Brookes University.
In order to gain an understanding of the business, and to utilise your skill set, you will have 3 yearly rotations throughout the business, focusing on different skills such as sales, analytics and project management.

What We Are Looking For In Apprentices

Studying for a degree whilst working in a fast-moving industry like ours can be demanding and challenging, but the hard work pays off.
We look for individuals with plenty of drive, passion and self-motivation that can bring a new way of thinking to a team. You’ll need excellent communication and teamwork skills and be able to organise a varied workload.

Qualifications

Requirements

Three passes at GCSE (grades 9-4/A-C) or O-Level (grades A-C), including Maths and English Language.
Plus one of the following: a minimum of two A-Level (grades A- C) OR a 6-unit Vocational A-Level OR A National Certificate or Diploma or other equivalent qualification, such as GNVQ/NVQ or other Level 3 vocational qualification.

Additional Information

The Benefits of NielsenIQ Apprenticeship

Starting basic salary £15,500
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship (passing all ongoing college modules and completion of all internal objectives set during the Programme), wherever possible, you will be offered a permanent position within the Company.
Gaining a nationally recognised qualification
Earning while you learn
Working alongside experienced staff to gain valuable skills
Full employee benefits including pension, private healthcare and everyday discounts
25 days holiday per year, plus an option to buy more

The Application Process & Timelines

STEP 1 - Application opens March: To apply for this apprenticeship you will need to visit our careers website and apply for the Level 6 Chartered Management Degree Apprenticeship. You will need to submit an online application with your CV.

STEP 2 - Invite to Video Assessment March/April: If you are successful through screening, you will be asked to complete a video assessment. This is a one-way video assessment where you will be asked competency-based questions.

STEP 3 – In-person Assessment Centre held during late spring: Successful candidates will be invited to an Assessment Centre. This will enable you to demonstrate your relevant skills and abilities to the NIQ Team.

STEP 4 - Offer: After the Assessment Centre, we will aim to get back to you as soon as possible with an outcome. If successful, you will be invited to Abingdon and Witney College to complete an English and Maths assessment.

STEP 5 - Start your Apprenticeship: You will start your apprenticeship with NIQ in September 2025.

Additional Information

NIQ is a global measurement and data analytics company providing the most complete and trusted view of consumers and markets in 90 countries covering 90% of the world’s population. Focusing on consumer-packaged goods manufacturers and FMCG and retailers, we enable customers to defy what’s possible. How? We combine unparalleled datasets, pioneering technology, and the industry’s top talent to create insights that unlock innovation. Join us and change the landscape.

Our Benefits

Flexible working environment
Volunteer time off
LinkedIn Learning
Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide. Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion

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