Data Technician Apprentice

We are looking for Data & Media Technology Apprentices to join us here at What’s Possible Group: the only harmonious marketing group for dynamic growth brands. 

The next generation of advertising and media professionals is incredibly important to our growth, not just as a business, but for our entire industry. That’s why we’re looking to take on a group of apprentices who are passionate about starting their career in the world of advertising and media. 

You will get the opportunity to work with data analytics professionals and help them support media specialists from a range of our teams, from TV advertising, print advertising, online/digital advertising and wider media planning and strategy disciplines. 

What you’ll be doing:

Work with multiple departments (Client Team, AV, Online, Print) to understand how we create impactful campaigns, eventually taking ownership of key data processes Use tools like SQL, Python, and cloud platforms to collect, manage, and structure large datasets, uncovering media, market, and audience insights that shape client strategies Become an expert user of our in-house reporting technologies, supporting teams across the business to maximise their adoption and impact Learn the full campaign lifecycle—from initial briefing to optimisation and post-campaign analysis—supporting data-driven decision-making at every stage Work with the team to maintain high data integrity, establish consistency models, document governance processes, and ensure accurate data input Act as a key contact for advertising schedule adjustments and data optimisations to drive continuous performance improvements Support analysis and process improvements, ensuring data accuracy and consistency across platforms Develop expertise in reporting tools across TV, online media, print, and digital channels Gain hands-on experience with platforms and tools such as SQL, Python, Azure, Google Analytics, and Adverity

Who will you be:

Eager and passionate about starting your career within the technology landscape of advertising & media. It’s an awesome industry, lots of fun can be had, but it does require hard work You’ll be a people-person, great at building relationships, eager to learn, and able to explain subjects to those with little knowledge. When you learn something, you share it! You’ll ideally have achieved level 9-5 (A*-C) in Maths & English GCSE. Further education (A-Levels) is beneficial You will have a keen eye for detail. We need to get things right for our clients, and there’s very little scope for error

Training:

Data Technician Apprenticeship Level 3

This occupation is found in all sectors where data is generated or processed including but not limited to finance, retail, education, health, media, manufacturing and hospitality. The broad purpose of the occupation is to source, format and present data securely in a relevant way for analysis using basic methods; to communicate outcomes appropriate to the audience; analyse structured and unstructured data to support business outcomes; blend data from multiple sources as directed and apply legal and ethical principles when manipulating data.

You will learn how to do the following:

Source data from a collection of already identified trusted sources in a secure manner Collate and format data to facilitate processing and presentation for review and further advanced analysis by others Present data for review and analysis by others, using the required medium for example, tables, charts and graphs Blend data by combining data from various sources and formats to explore its relevance for the business needs Analyse simple and complex structured and unstructured data to support business outcomes using basic statistical methods to analyse the data. Validate results of analysis using various techniques, e.g cross-checking, to identify faults in data results and to ensure data quality Communicate results verbally, through reports and technical documentation and tailor the message for the audience Store, manage and share data securely in a compliant manner Collaborate with people both internally and externally at all levels with a view to creating value from data Practice continuous self learning to keep up to date with technological developments to enhance relevant skills and take responsibility for own professional development

See full training standard here:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/data-technician-v1-0

Training Outcome:

Potential of a full-time position is available for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
What’s Possible Group is the only harmonious marketing group exclusively for marketers at entrepreneurial brands. Growth is your number one business priority, but targets grow faster than budgets, and resource and time are always limited. You have to outsmart wealthier market leaders while navigating your own fast-moving business (which might acquire tomorrow while disrupting your category today). You need to deliver tangible results and demonstrate them with metrics and language your board understands.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm or Monday to Friday 9.30am to 6.00pm with a 9 day fortnight meaning every other Friday you will have off.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative