Job Title: Business Analyst Apprentice
Reports to: Business Analysis Manager
Department: Technology
Location: London
Number of roles: 2
Start: September 2025
THE C4 APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you.
Our Apprenticeships are full-time, with four days per week spent working in a C4 department and one day per week completing the formal learning parts of the apprenticeship. You’ll spend 60% of your working week in your office base and 40% working from home.
The formal training provided will consist of workshops, tutorials, webinars, coaching and in some cases residential boot camps. You can read more about the qualification being offered for this apprenticeship below.
If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our YouTube video, How to Write an Outstanding Application.
AM I ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
- You must be 18 years old or over at the time the scheme starts to apply. There is no upper age limit.
- You’ll need to have a Grade C (4) or above in Maths & English GCSE
- You can’t have already completed the qualification being offered or similar at the same or higher level
- Our apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree. If you have a degree, please visit the Channel 4 Jobs website
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Technology department’s core purpose is the design and provision of effective solutions that support Channel 4’s strategy and operations. We are responsible for the end-to-end delivery of technology services. Working with business stakeholders, the wider Technology teams comprising C4 and several 3rd parties to design, build and run technology solutions.
As an Apprentice Business Analyst within the London based Technology team, you will work with and be supported by the Lead Business Analysts leading one of our Strategic Initiatives. You will support them with requirements gathering, facilitating workshops and documentation whilst shadowing them as they shape the initiative, a vital step in the solution design process.
Eventually, when you are ready, in addition to your core project, you will also be assigned your own small change initiatives with support from your Buddy Lead Business Analyst and line manager, as well as being assigned tasks on other projects within the portfolio where Business Analyst support is required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES
- Supporting the Business Analyst or leading on small change initiatives.
- Facilitating workshops and interviews in order to elicit business and user requirements.
- Assist with the development of business cases.
- Documenting functional and non-functional requirements
- Documenting and analysing current processes and identify opportunities to make improvements.
- Defining user acceptance test scripts
- Presenting information appropriate to the audience; technical and non-technical, to ensure requirements and solutions are understood.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships.
- Ability to follow instructions, to work both independently and as part of a team.
- To have and use initiative.
- Possess a keen attitude, a willingness to learn.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to problem solve and use initiative to resolve issues.
- A commitment to meet deadlines and get the job done.
As part of the application process you’ll be asked to tell us how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far, this doesn’t need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part-time job. We’ve provided some examples beside the first four criteria of experience that could demonstrate you have these skills. Please note you do not need to use these examples, they are just here for guidance and you should draw from your own personal experiences.
- Verbal and written communication skills - Verbal - e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team. Communication – e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing.
- Attention to detail - e.g. Cashing up on tills or proofreading coursework.
- Organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks - e.g. Planning events whether personal or for professional purposes, as well as managing work life balance, for example working whilst doing coursework/exams.
- An understanding of and a passion for Channel 4's remit
- Confirm you have Maths & English GCSE Grade C (4) or above
- Ability to identify opportunities for improvement in activities or systems – e.g. Did you recommend changes to employers or a team to make things better?
- Documenting processes or activities - e.g. training someone one how to do things
- Contributing in a team working towards a defined goal
QUALIFICATION OFFERED WITH THIS APPRENTICESHIP Level 4 Business Analyst
LENGTH OF APPRENTICESHIP 18 months
ALTERNATIVE APPLICATION FORMATS We are committed to making the application process accessible. If you would like to discuss suggestions for alternative formats, or have any questions about the recruitment process in general, please contact us at apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk
Take a look at our access page for more information, which you’ll find by clicking here. You can also watch our YouTube video, Demystifying Interview and Workplace adjustments.
RELOCATION If you need to relocate in order to take up this opportunity, we can offer you support towards the financial costs of moving. This includes a contribution towards your deposit and first months’ rent, plus visits to your new city to look for accommodation.
