Business Development Apprentice – Observer, Multi-Market Research

Ipsos North America

Business Development Apprentice supporting pitches, proposals, campaigns, and market analysis for Ipsos’ global research business. Hybrid two-year programme combining work and study.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeHarrow • 🇬🇧 United KingdomEntry Level💰 £26,936 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong communication and relationship-building skills to engage stakeholders and create compelling proposals. Exhibits a proactive mindset with a focus on client challenges, market trends, and collaborative growth strategies.

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Proposal DevelopmentStakeholder EngagementMarket ResearchContent CreationAI Tools Utilization

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Hard Skills

Proposal DevelopmentMarket ResearchContent CreationPitch DevelopmentCompetitor Intelligence Gathering

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsRelationship-Building SkillsOrganisational SkillsAttention to DetailSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

AI Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Minimum Five GCSEs Including Maths and English LanguageMinimum CCC at A Level or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Go-To-Market CampaignsClient GrowthCommercially Curious MindsetProactive MindsetCollaborative Approach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help drive growth by creating compelling propositions
Identify new business opportunities
Support pitches and proposals
Research prospective customers, sectors, and market trends
Participate in developing go-to-market campaigns for target audiences
Gather competitor intelligence
Support proposal and pitch development
Work on content and design materials for clients and LinkedIn
Collaborate with the wider Observer team on client growth and marketing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Commercially curious and proactive mindset
Passion for understanding client challenges and supporting growth activities
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to engage stakeholders confidently and communicate clearly and persuasively
Curiosity, creativity, and initiative
Collaborative approach
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities accurately and professionally
Confidence in presentation and delivery
Ability to create compelling proposals, pitches, and communications
Self-motivation, resilience, ambition, and commitment to continuous improvement
Aptitude for leveraging AI tools and techniques in line with Ipsos standards and policies
Unrestricted right to work in the UK
Minimum five GCSEs, including Maths at grade C (4) or above and English Language at grade C (4) or above
Minimum of CCC at A Level or equivalent, excluding General Studies

Benefits

Comp & perks

80% of time spent working and 20% studying
Part-time study throughout the 2-year programme
Eligibility for a permanent position and promotion after completing the apprenticeship
Comprehensive development support and guidance throughout the programme
Opportunities to meet apprentices and graduates across the business
Collaborative projects building a global network
Teamwork and innovation opportunities