Placement
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain experience in training, communications, and administration within the automotive industry.
- Undertake a Placement Year role starting August 2027, requiring current undergraduate study in Business Events or Communications.
- Benefit from a highly competitive salary and a structured work week (Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm).
- Enjoy 27 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and access to various employee benefits and perks.
About the Role
This is a Placement Year position for a candidate currently studying an Undergraduate degree at university, seeking a placement for their third year. The role will commence in August 2027.
Responsibilities
- Act as a direct contact between the Porsche Dealer Network and Porsche Cars Technical Training department for day-to-day training enquiries.
- Maintain and administer the online Porsche Academy Learning Management System (PALMS) in conjunction with the Training team, ensuring accuracy regarding:
- Porsche Centre staff movements.
- The technical training schedule for the year.
- Training course bookings.
- Proactively manage the Learning Management System, reviewing its integrity and usability, and researching, recommending, and project managing necessary changes.
- Coordinate training resources, including:
- Venues for training courses.
- The Training calendar.
- Delivery (trainers) and associated training equipment.
- Manage communication with all training delegates.
- Proactively manage the online training progression of staff in the Porsche Network using their individual learning paths, reporting on compliance with Porsche AG Training Certification requirements.
- Ensure all relevant course charges are applied accurately and timely, in accordance with Financial Department guidelines.
- Promote the department’s key achievements and developments internally and externally.
Minimum Qualifications
- Studying a Business Events or Communications related Undergraduate degree at university.
- Excellent level of PC literacy, including MS-Office, Excel, Word.
- Highly proficient in both spoken and written English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Customer service experience.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent prioritisation and organisation skills.
- A driving licence is desirable but not essential.
Benefits
- Highly Competitive salary.
- Fixed hours each week - 5 days per week, Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm.
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
- Preferential rates on several products and services, including high street brands, restaurants, gyms and Porsche products.
- Life Assurance.
- DC Pension Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme - support and advice on issues impacting your wellbeing.
- Dedicated mental health champions.
- Opportunity to visit the Porsche Experience Centre in Silverstone and drive the full Porsche vehicle range.