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HR Systems Data Analyst Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship 2026

MBDA UK Ltd
Stevenage
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Overview

HR Systems Data Analyst Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship 2026


Salary: £18,750 plus £3,000 joining bonus


Work Location: Stevenage


Learning Provider Location: MK:U Cranfield University


Dynamic (hybrid) Working: Our roles will typically allow a blend of on-site and at-home working to suit the needs of the role and the individual. You will have support from the whole team both virtually and in person.


Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.


Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.


Closing date: Midnight on 24th January 2026 (subject to application volumes)


What we can offer you

  • Fully funded qualification starting September 2026
  • Paid travel expenses to and from your place of study
  • Annual pay reviews
  • 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave
  • Study leave during exam periods

The opportunity

HR Systems help deliver great employee experiences by making sure all the systems that our HR team and employees use work smoothly. HR technology is a fast-growing field and this apprenticeship offers a great opportunity to understand and develop the tools that modern HR teams use.


As part of an international Human Resources function made up of experienced individuals, we are a function that understands the business and believes in making valuable contributions through what we do.


In this varied role you'll gain experience and become increasingly responsible for the development and support of HR System Technical Activities. You'll have opportunity to learn from an experienced team and as you gain confidence, you'll use your growing technical expertise to work on streamlining processes within the wider HR function.


You'll complete rotations every six months in areas in HR - predominantly within the HR Systems team. There is opportunity to complete placements within other areas in HR to help with your understanding of the function and extend your network - these could include areas such as Remuneration and Benefits, Learning and Development and Resourcing.


This is a great opportunity for individuals looking for a role working with systems, data, and people so communication is key to success in this role! You'll work closely with the whole HR function, but you'll also be exposed to the wider MBDA business functions - such as Information Systems, Finance and Management teams.


Placements in other site locations within the business as well as short periods of travel to other UK and European sites may also be a possibility, depending on business need.


Programme structure

On this 4 year programme you will work towards a BSc (Hons) Digital & Technology Solutions at MK:U Cranfield University and your study will be a blend of virtual and face to face.


The programme contains one virtual study day a week (on average) with the university. At the start and end of each module, you will spend three days learning on site at university.


When not at university you will be working predominantly within HR, with a focus on HR Systems.


In years 1-3, you will undertake placements to give you visibility to the HR teams and other departments and expose you to different technical and data challenges. In your final year, you will choose your final year project.


Find more details about the course here: https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/MKU/MKU-Digital-and-Technology-Solutions


What we're looking for from you

This role has specific qualification and subject criteria so please make sure you carefully check your eligibility against this criteria before applying otherwise your application will not be considered. If you are currently studying and predicted to meet these requirements by the start date you are welcome to apply.


GCSEs

A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4


This must include:



  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Any Science or Technology subject

After GCSEs

After your GCSEs you must have completed one of the following and achieved 120 UCAS Tariff points:



  • 3 A-levels to include Maths or Computing/Computer Science. Applicants must have achieved grades A* to C. Grades below a C will not be considered.
  • T-Level in a Software Engineering/Computing field at Merit or Distinction
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at a minimum grade of DDM in a Computing/IT related subject

Please note: We look at entry criteria based on your top three full A Levels or equivalent qualifications (BTEC/T Level). We do not include UCAS points gained from an Extended Project Qualification. Additionally, as an employer we set our own entry criteria based on the requirements of this role. This means that the criteria above may differ from the university.


Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given


MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.


We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more...


We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.


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