FP&A and Transformation - Business Intelligence Apprentice

This is a great opportunity to work for the UK’s leading veterinary wholesaler. Our business provides a next day supply and distribution service through our nationwide network of distribution depots, serving an average of 2750 customers every day. Working for us you'll receive: • Competitive rates of pay • 29 days paid holiday (including bank holidays) (Pro rata) • Staff discounts • Life assurance benefit • Cycle to work Scheme • Free on-site parking and Wi-Fi • A 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme – offering a range of support services to help you to resolve difficulties in your home-life • Christmas vouchers • Eye-sight vouchers • Company pension scheme NATIONAL VETERINARY SERVICES LIMITED JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: BI Apprentice Reports to: Business Intelligence and Finance Analyst Position Band: Business unit: NVSL Prepared by: Lauren Evans Date: 18 September 2026 Main purpose of the role Support the development and maintenance of business intelligence, reporting and analytical solutions while completing a structured apprenticeship and building technical, financial and commercial capability. The role will work with the Business Intelligence Developer / Analyst and wider FP&A team to prepare data, maintain dashboards and support regular reporting and analysis. Key Responsibilities Business intelligence and reporting • Support the preparation and maintenance of dashboards, reports and data models. • Assist with data extraction, cleansing, validation and reconciliation. • Complete routine reporting updates accurately and to agreed deadlines. • Help maintain reporting documentation, data definitions and user guidance. FP&A and analytical support • Support KPI reporting, performance analysis and preparation of charts and commentary. • Assist with data and analysis for budgets, forecasts, scenario modelling and tender support. • Work with FP&A colleagues to investigate trends, variances and data-quality issues. • Develop understanding of commercial drivers, financial information and business performance. Systems and improvement • Learn and use Power BI, Excel, Power Query and other relevant tools. • Support testing and validation for ERP, reporting and process-improvement activity. • Identify simple opportunities to reduce manual work and improve reporting. • Follow agreed data, access, change-control and confidentiality requirements. Apprenticeship and teamwork • Complete apprenticeship learning, assessments and development objectives. • Apply learning in the workplace and take increasing ownership as capability develops. • Seek guidance, respond positively to feedback and escalate issues promptly. • Promote health and safety and uphold the Company Values. Personal attributes: Qualifications, experience, skills, knowledge and competencies required to fulfil the role Essential Desirable • Interest in data, technology, finance and business analysis. • Good numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills. • Confident use of Microsoft Excel or willingness to develop quickly. • Good attention to detail, organisation and communication. • Willingness to learn, accept feedback and complete an apprenticeship programme. • Commitment to confidentiality and accurate work. • Relevant GCSEs, A levels, BTEC or equivalent qualifications. • Previous exposure to Power BI, Excel, databases or data visualisation. • Basic understanding of finance, commercial reporting or business KPIs. • Experience working in a team or customer-focused environment. Applicants should be aware that in line with our Drugs and Alcohol policy we reserve the right to conduct random drug and alcohol tests. NVS Group is committed to equality of opportunity and this underpins our employment and recruitment procedures. We use objective, job-related criteria when making appointment decisions and our selection criteria is based on skills, experience, qualifications, and an ability to do the job. Due to the large number of applications, we receive, we regret that we will not contact candidates that have not been selected for interview. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, you should assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. By continuing with your application for employment you are confirming you agree with our Privacy Notice which can be found at https://www.nvsweb.co.uk/