Business Management Apprentice

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

Location: Filton, Bristol

Start date: As soon as possible

Ready to launch your business career?

Our Apprenticeship Programme is your opportunity to step into the world of business management — no prior experience required. You’ll earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience, and work towards a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship.

With the support of experienced mentors and structured training, you’ll combine classroom learning with real workplace experience. Bring your curiosity and motivation — we’ll provide the platform to help you grow.

How You’ll Contribute

As a Business Management Apprentice, you’ll support day-to-day operations and the site leadership team, gaining valuable experience across key business functions. Don’t worry — we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

You may be involved in:

• Providing operational support across departments
• Supporting process and compliance administration
• Financial administration, including purchase orders and invoice processing
• Data gathering, analysis, and reporting
• Managing stakeholder communication, calendars, and inboxes
• Supporting project coordination activities
• Governance and meeting administration
• Preparing routine and ad hoc reports for management

This role will help you build transferable skills in communication, organisation, reporting, and coordination — all essential in a business environment.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for motivated individuals who demonstrate:

• Willingness to Learn - You’re eager to develop new skills, open to feedback, and ready to grow in a professional environment.
• Positive Attitude - You bring enthusiasm and resilience, staying motivated even when balancing deadlines or new challenges.
• Curiosity - You’re interested in understanding how different areas of the business connect — from finance to HR — and you ask questions to deepen your knowledge.
• Proactivity - You take initiative, manage your time effectively, and look for ways to support your team without waiting to be asked.
• Team Player - You communicate clearly, respect others’ roles, and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Accountability - You take responsibility for your work, value accuracy, and understand the importance of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Adaptability - You remain flexible when priorities shift and are comfortable learning new systems or processes.
• Professionalism - You demonstrate punctuality, respectful communication, and integrity in everything you do.

You’ll be part of a team that’s got your back from day one – with awesome people ready to support you, guide you, and celebrate your wins. We’re all about creating a friendly, inclusive space where everyone can learn, grow, and smash their goals.

To join us, you’ll need:

• 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, or Functional Skills Level 2.
• We also welcome applications from those with Education, Health & Care Plans (EHCPs), where minimum Entry Level 2 in English and Maths is required.
• Strong organisation and communication skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft 365.

It’s a bonus if you have:

• Experience in an office or customer-facing environment
• Interest in finance, HR, or project support
• Basic spreadsheet or data-handling skills

If you have the drive and ambition, we’ll help you build the rest.

What We’ll Offer

At GKN Aerospace, we commit to teaching and supporting you to:

• Work safely and professionally in line with health & safety standards
• Develop transferable skills in a professional workplace
• Attend training and complete coursework
• Track your development with guidance from a dedicated mentor

Perks You’ll Love!

When you join us, you’re not just starting a job — you’re stepping into a future with real rewards. Here’s what you’ll get:

• A starting salary of £14,591
• Half day finish on Fridays!
• 25 days of holiday (plus bank holidays!) to recharge and relax
• Discounts on your favourite shops and brands
• A top-tier pension scheme — we boost your savings for the future
• Life assurance and income protection, because your wellbeing matters
• Access to a 24/7 support programme if you ever need to talk
• Virtual GP appointments for you and your close family

Ready to let your career take off? Start your journey with a GKN Aerospace apprenticeship and be part of a global engineering organisation shaping the future of flight through innovation, precision, and advanced technology.

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.