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Government Affairs - Placement Year

On-site in Farnborough·Added 8 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

BMW Group UK

139 open roles

Overview

Benefits

  • 27 days holiday

    Per the ad, which doesn’t say whether bank holidays are on top.

Requirements

  • Work on-site in Farnborough

    No relocation package mentioned.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Currently studying or having completed a Bachelor's degree, with a passion for Politics and communications at 2.2 level or above.
  • Relevant work experience or enthusiasm for government, politics, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • Ability to support event planning, stakeholder liaison, and administrative tasks effectively.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Great Pay - A competitive annual salary, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
  • Rewarding Work-Life Balance - Enjoy a supportive working environment that promotes wellbeing, flexibility, and sustainable success.
  • Exciting Additional Benefits - You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts

Visa & relocation

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.

The role

What you'll do

  • Support the Government Affairs team in daily administration, policy work, and event organization.
  • Assist in liaising with government and external bodies, as well as internal departments.
  • Contribute to the planning and execution of events, including visits to UK plants and stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Help build and maintain relationships with UK government officials and external organizations.
  • Support internal and external communications to promote BMW priorities and initiatives.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 18th October 2026

Any further questions? Email us on recruitment-uk@bmwgroup.com

Hiring process

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process include a virtual assessment centre and an in-person interview with the hiring manager.

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Additional information

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.

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