Join us on our journey as we aim to be the UK’s most sustainable delivery company, whilst ensuring our customers continue to receive a world class service. You will be in a busy and fast paced business, with a turnover of nearly £2 billion, that can offer you great benefits and plenty of opportunities to progress your career
DPD are passionate about creating an environment that is open, ethical, inclusive and socially responsible.
Along with job security, the tools to do the job and a competitive salary, you’ll receive fantastic benefits starting on day one, including never working on your birthday ever again!!!
DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer
Job DescriptionTo spend time within the International Operations Department and develop a good understanding of the International Analyst team and where/how data can support the wider department, whilst gaining insight into the skills/software required to successfully provide the required analysis & working towards completing an Apprentice Qualification
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
Provide cross-functional support to the International Analyst Team
Participate in specific projects, working in groups and other duties required to drive and enhance the International Operations Department
Understand how the International Analyst Team supports the IOD and perform team-specific tasks
Assist, when requested and deemed necessary, with presentations to International clients, SMT and internal departments, and attend any meetings when required to provide international knowledge
Gain knowledge of the various systems & languages used by the International Analyst team
Support key initiatives within the International Analyst Team and wider department
Support with daily and weekly reporting across the team
Complete any other duties as specified by the International Analyst Manager
Undertake and complete an Apprentice qualification aligned with the analyst apprentice role
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively to a range of stakeholders
Ability to work autonomously and also collaboratively
Computer literacy skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Google Suite
Accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Strong organisational skills
Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills
Minimum of 3 GCSEs at L4 or above, which must include numeracy and literacy
Apprenticeship Curriculum Details
The Level 4 Data Analyst apprenticeship runs over a duration of 18 months and includes 6 hours per week of dedicated off-the-job training. Core modules covered throughout the program include:
Data and AI Landscape
Working with Databases
Python for Data Insights
Optimising Decision-Making
AI-Augmented BI Solutions
Predicting Trends with Data
Applied AI and Machine Learning
Ethical and Sustainable AI
Agile Data and AI Projects
Delivering High-Value Products
Apprentices learn to translate business requirements into actionable data models and AI-driven solutions, aligning technical outputs with strategic goals to drive operational efficiency and deliver measurable impact.
Additional Information
What we’re looking for;
● Passionate and interested in Sustainability and Corporate, Social, Responsibility (CSR)
● High level of attention to detail
● Good communication skills
● Constant and curious learner with a desire to continuously develop their skills set and knowledge base
● Familiar with Google Workspace (GMail/GSheet) or Microsoft Office package (Word and Excel primarily)
● Independently motivated, with the ability to take on tasks and duties without immediate direction
● Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
● High attention to detail to produce accurate and quality work
● Willing to travel to alternative DPD locations and external events on an adhoc basis where required
● An individual who has the ability to welcome and adapt to change, within a forward thinking business.
● Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability
Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including numeracy and literacy
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders and at all levels
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Google Workspace
- Accuracy and strong attention to detail
- Ability to work to tight deadlines
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Interest in sustainability and corporate social responsibility
- Curiosity and willingness to continuously develop skills and knowledge
- Ability to adapt to change
- Willingness to travel to alternative DPD locations and external events on an ad hoc basis
What We Do
DPDgroup UK Ltd is a leading express parcel delivery service provider in the United Kingdom and a subsidiary of DPDgroup, which is wholly owned by La Poste, the French postal service. The company operates the DPD and Interlink Express brands, delivering approximately 1.6 million parcels weekly for a diverse customer base, including major retailers like Superdry and John Lewis.
