Date Posted:

2024-12-05

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Goodrich Actuation Systems Limited, Stafford Road, Wolverhampton, WV10 7EH

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

 Job Title:  Business Development Degree Apprentice – Marketing and Communications (Level 6)  

Time Commitment:  37 hours a week  

Salary: £20,000 per annum  

Location: Wolverhampton  

Start Date: August 2025   

Are you looking to kick-start your career with a flying start within the Aerospace industry?  Then consider joining us here at Collins Aerospace where you can learn more about the industry whilst finishing your degree.   

Check out our YouTube channel to find out more:  

https://www.youtube.com/c/CollinsAerospace/featured  

What does taking part in the Collins Aerospace Business Development Apprentice involve? 

Aimed at highly motivated and ambitious individuals, eager to be a part of a world leader within the aerospace and defence industry. This scheme is geared towards supporting the career development of apprentices who wish to play an instrumental role in project management of the next generation of civil and military aircraft. 

The role is based at Wolverhampton, and home of Actuation Systems at Collins Aerospace. Actuation Systems are the leading experts in fly-by-wire, hydraulic and electro-hydraulic actuation design, Collins Aerospace offers a complete line of actuation products that enhance aircraft performance and reduce pilot workload. 

We are looking to recruit a high calibre marketing and communications degree apprentice who can support Actuation Systems with the effective planning and execution of new business opportunities identified within our strategic plans. We believe in the power of intelligence and partnership to guide us into the next era of flight making the skies and spaces we touch smarter and safer than ever. 

 

Why Choose Collins Aerospace for Business Development? 

The scheme will provide you with opportunities to progress your career within our Business Development team. You will become part of our customer focused community and be assigned a Mentor, who will support and guide you throughout your career with us. All of this is designed to complement your career development, fuel your aspirations, and give depth to your training and career. 

A Business Development Apprentice within the Collins business leads from the front, living and driving our core values of Engaged, Empowered and Accountable - always.  

You will be the single point of contact for all Marketing and Communication activities across Collins Actuation. This will include activities such as: 

Generate marketing material/collateral in line with company strategy 

Manage relationship with internal (Value Streams, corporate marketing function) and external (service providers, trade shows) stakeholders 

Organise and lead execution of key aerospace marketing events (trade shows, conferences, customer visits) 

Track actual vs. planned spend for all marketing and communication activities 

The successful candidate will be an expert communicator, with natural drive for curiosity and autonomy. They will also demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, have a creative approach to business to business marketing, and be analytical.   

Our Business Development community is a diverse group of self-starters with a passion to succeed, do you have what it takes to join them? 

 

Development and training to build your career 

We recognise that your development is key for you to fulfil your potential in the world of work. That’s why we’ve created a programme that will support your learning to deliver real business value. 

The degree apprenticeship programme lasts for a period of 4 years and is a partnership between Collins Aerospace and Aston University. You will learn key management principles at Aston University which will be vital to your development at Collins Aerospace such as: 

Marketing  

Excellence in business project management  

Communication skills for business leaders  

Innovation and new product development 

By the end of the programme, having completed your functional training and degree apprenticeship, you will be awarded a BSc in Leadership and Business Management and be eligible to apply for Chartered Status from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) . 

What are we looking for? 

We are looking for the best individuals who have the following attributes: 

Minimum of 3 A Levels at CCC or above, or equivalent BTECs  

Minimum of 5 GCSE’s at Grade C/5 or above including Mathematics and English 

Be a UK resident living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years 

Good analytical skills and problem solving 

Good personal management and self-organisation skills 

Effective communicator – written and verbal 

            

Benefits 

185 hours holiday per annum (not including Bank Holidays) 

Employee Assistance Programme 

Private Healthcare and Dental Cover 

Competitive pension scheme 

 

Equal Opportunities 

Collins Aerospace is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at Collins Aerospace including females, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.  

Application Process 

Your application will go through a variety of selection methods and is likely to conclude at an assessment centre. Please note that as we find suitable candidates to fill our opportunities, we will no longer accept applications for that opportunity so suggest you apply as early as possible to have the best chance of success. 

Apprenticeship will start with the business in August 2025. 

You must be eligible to work in the UK and there may be a requirement for you to work on military related projects for which there will be a requirement for security vetting. 

 

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