Data Analyst Level 4 Apprenticeship - London

Data Analyst Level 4 Apprenticeship - London

Please note: This role may close soon depending on the level of interest so don’t miss out!

Learning faster. Seeing further.

Apprenticeship Standard: Data analyst / Skills England

Salary:

£28,380 per annum

What we offer:

• Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household
• Discounted National Rail and Eurostar travel
• Defined pension contribution scheme
• Minimum 29 days annual leave (pro rata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays.
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
• Retail, health, leisure and travel offers & many more

Duration: 2 years

Location:

London / Hybrid (Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between the office and home over a 4-week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements).

Entry Requirements

• You should already hold or be working towards a minimum of 2 GCSE’s Grade 4 (C) and above including Maths and English language, plus 2 A-Levels in any subject at grade A* - D or equivalent.
• Strong analytical mindset and interest in data
• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start date 7th September 2026
• You are not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards a qualification at the same or higher level in a related subject or have already studied content from the qualification for this scheme.
• Please note that you will be required to provide original certificates and/or predicted grades/transcripts as proof for your eligibility checks.

What qualifications will I gain?

You will work towards a Level 4 Data Analyst qualification.

Start Date: 7th September 2026

Job Overview

Our Tech & Data teams focus on what’s behind the millions of daily transactions on London’s transport network.

Data plays a critical role in shaping decisions and improving services. As a Data Analyst Apprentice, you’ll learn how to collect, organise and analyse data to provide actionable insights. You’ll rotate through placements across different teams, gaining hands-on experience and building a strong foundation for your career.

What will I be doing?

Placement 1 – Master Data Management

• Apply organisational architecture requirements to data analysis activities
• Collaborate and communicate with internal and external stakeholders using appropriate styles
• Use data systems securely in line with organisational procedures and legislation, including Privacy by Design
• Undertake customer requirements analysis and implement findings in data analytics planning and outputs

Placement 2 – Reporting Team

• Implement the stages of the data analysis lifecycle
• Apply principles of data classification within data analysis activity
• Collate and interpret qualitative and quantitative data and convert into infographics, reports, tables, dashboards and graphs
• Identify and escalate quality risks in data analysis with suggested mitigation or resolutions

Placement 3 – Data Modelling

• Apply statistical methodologies to data analysis tasks
• Apply predictive analytics in the collation and use of data
• Use analytical techniques such as data mining, time series forecasting and modelling to identify and predict trends and patterns

Placement 4 – Property Services

• Select and apply the most appropriate data tools to achieve the optimum outcome
• Identify data sources and assess risks and challenges to combination within data analysis activity
• Assess the impact of user experience and domain context on data analysis activity
• Analyse data sets considering different data structures and database designs

Where can this career take me?

Upon successful completion, you could progress into roles such as Data Analyst, BI developer, or Data Modeller, with opportunities for further development into senior analytical or data science positions.

What training and support will you get?

Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of training, mentoring, and networking.

You'll also receive one-to-one guidance throughout the programme from your:

• Placement Manager: Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development
• Scheme Sponsor: A senior manager who acts as a technical and professional adviser and has line manager responsibility
• Buddy: Usually, an apprentice or graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation
• Development Adviser: Supports your professional development through providing career coaching and career progression at TfL

What do we look for?

Our core values are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are:

• Caring – about colleagues, customers and work
• Open – to new ideas and collaboration
• Adaptable – to diverse needs and willing to innovate

Application process

Our application system requires all applicants to upload a CV. Although CVs are not reviewed during the shortlisting process, we do use them to confirm that applicants meet the required grade eligibility criteria. You are welcome to upload a basic CV however, please ensure that the section detailing your qualifications is accurate and up to date. Please note we do not read cover letters.

The application process consists of 5 steps, including online assessments which will need to be completed within an allocated time frame. We highly recommend that you read through this document thoroughly so that you can familiarise yourself with the process. You will receive information and guidance around each assessment stage as you progress through your application.

Please pay close attention to emails and deadlines provided noting you have 1 week to complete online assessments and we cannot re-issue these tests once the deadline passes. Assessment centres for apprentice roles will take place from March - May 2026, please note that many roles only have 1 assessment day and we are unable to guarantee alternative dates. We are conducting assessment centres in-person and virtually (role dependent).

Our city. Made better by you.

TfL is a place that’s open to your ideas. Where you can make a tangible impact and see the positive results of your work on the people and places around you. It’s a place where you can thrive and achieve. Where you’re encouraged and enabled and empowered to feel pride in the work you do. The clue is in the name, really. We work together for a better London. A better place for everyone. Constantly improving and enhancing how we operate to shape a city of the future.

Inclusive recruitment process

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. In High Volume campaigns including Graduate, Apprentice and Intern recruitment the minimum criteria we set is achieving a pass mark in our first stage assessments, adopting a proportionate approach as part of the Disability Confident scheme. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments for any stages of the application process.

Contact us

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

Contact the recruitment team by

• Phone: 0203 005 1680 (Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17.30)
• Email: earlycareerscampaigns@tfl.gov.uk

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.