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National Highways

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Data
    Research & Development
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You need a 2:2 degree, strong communication and problem-solving skills, a collaborative approach, and a focus on quality. Availability for induction and passing pre-employment checks are also essential.
  • You will support data management strategies, ensure data integrity and security, work with business teams on data projects, and explore innovative solutions in the Digital Lab.

Requirements

  • An enthusiastic, collaborative approach to working with others
  • The ability to communicate in different formats with a variety of stakeholders
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • The ability to plan and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines
  • A focus on quality and integrity in everything you do
  • An undergraduate (e.g. BA, BSc) degree at 2:2 or above in any discipline your interest in working with data, solving problems and continuous learning are key requirements.
  • Availability to attend the 4-day induction, 8th -11th September
  • Satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including Right to Work, reference, and DBS criminal record checks.
  • Right to Work for the duration of the programme.

Responsibilities

  • As part of a specialist team supporting the work of the Chief Data Office, you’ll make sure we make data available to the organisation. You’ll help deliver our corporate-wide vision and strategy for managing our data assets and play a vital role in ensuring our data is trustworthy, kept safely and stored legally. You’ll gain experience working in our business team working with our data firsthand.
  • You’ll also have opportunities to get inside exciting projects and explore our Digital Lab, where we develop and roll out new data science and digital solutions that innovate and get value from our data.

FAQs

What is the starting salary for the Graduate - Digital Data position?

The starting salary for the Graduate - Digital Data position is £30,000.

Where are the locations for this role?

The locations for this role are Manchester or Leeds.

When does the Graduate - Digital Data Programme start?

The Graduate - Digital Data Programme starts in September 2025.

How long is the Graduate Programme?

The Graduate Programme lasts for three years.

What kind of experience will I gain during the programme?

You will gain experience working with data in our business team, get involved in exciting projects, and explore our Digital Lab to develop and roll out new data science and digital solutions.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the programme offers a mix of workshops, on-the-job training, and hands-on experience, along with mentoring from experienced colleagues.

What benefits does the position offer?

The benefits include a generous pension scheme, life assurance, annual leave starting at 26 days (rising to 31 days with service), and discounts and cashback from retailers.

What qualifications do I need to apply?

You need an undergraduate degree (e.g. BA, BSc) at 2:2 or above in any discipline, along with a demonstrated interest in working with data and problem-solving.

Are there any specific communication skills required?

Yes, you need to be able to communicate in different formats with a variety of stakeholders effectively.

Will I need to attend an induction?

Yes, all candidates must attend a 4-day induction from 8th to 11th September.

Are there any checks required before starting the programme?

Yes, all offers are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including Right to Work verification, references, and DBS criminal record checks.

When will the assessment centres take place?

The assessment centres will take place in January and February.

Is there sponsorship for applicants who need a visa?

No, due to the salary level of this role, sponsorship cannot be offered for individuals who don't have the Right to Work in the UK.

What values does National Highways prioritize?

National Highways prioritizes values of safety, passion, teamwork, ownership, and integrity.

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National Highways

Looking after England's motorways and major roads

Transportation
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

National Highways (formerly known as Highways England) is a government-owned company responsible for operating, maintaining, and improving major highways and road networks in England. They manage over 4,300 miles of motorways and major A-roads, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability in the transport infrastructure. National Highways' ultimate mission is to provide a world-class road network that supports economic growth, connects communities, and enhances the travel experience for road users. Their purpose lies in improving road safety, reducing congestion, and delivering sustainable transport solutions, thereby contributing to the economic prosperity and well-being of the nation. By focusing on strategic road investments and delivering infrastructure projects, National Highways aims to create a modern, resilient, and integrated road network that serves the needs of businesses, commuters, and travellers, and promotes a greener and more accessible transport system for the UK.

Culture & Values

  • Safety

    No harm or negative impact to well-being should come to the public, National Highways' people and the environment through the management and use of data.

  • Ethical Integrity

    All data is considered in relation to the people it may represent and impact and treated with due consideration to their rights.

  • Passion

    National Highways understands the limitations of data and understands how the dataset came to be. National Highways takes its sources, collection circumstances and biases into account and makes sure data is fit for purpose.

  • Ownership

    Responsibility for the ethical use of data is shared by all its people. This applies to the full information lifecycle. National Highways works to achieve the shared goal of delivering value to the public.

  • Teamwork

    Leveraging the team, National Highways and their Suppliers work together to use data ethically.

Benefits

  • A pension scheme with generous employer contributions

  • Life assurance

  • Leave entitlement up to 31 days

  • Access to performance related pay

  • Great deals, discounts and cashback offers from well-loved retailers

  • Flexible working arrangements (subject to business need)

  • Season ticket loans and Oyster Card credit loans which can be repaid through salary