Please note is a 24 month fixed term contract

Why LNER? 
We go beyond. For everyone. Our vision is to be the most loved, progressive and responsible way to travel for generations to come. Now we're looking for the people who can deliver this, every day.  

Since we took over on the East Coast mainline, we've been changing the face of rail travel. Our new Azuma train has brought faster journey times, more space and greater reliability. Our exciting plans to embrace new ideas, experiences, backgrounds and ambitions make this the ideal time to join.  

Bringing passion. Being bold. Always caring. Owning it. They're the values that make us LNER.  

Are you on board? 
Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your career in data, whilst gaining hands on experience in audit and fraud prevention?

We're looking for an Intelligence Analyst Apprentice to join our Risk and Assurance Team based in York. While this role sits primarily within the Investigations Team, you'll focus on data across all of the disciplines within the Risk and Assurance Team, developing a well-rounded understanding of how data drives effective risk management and assurance.

Acting as a key link between our internal audit activities and our Investigations Team, you'll use intelligence driven data to support our internal audit work whilst also undertaking counter-fraud work across London North Eastern Railway in accordance with professional counter fraud standards.

This role will play an important part in delivering the Data Driven pillar of our Internal Audit, Revenue Protection, and Fraud strategies, which gives you the chance to make a real impact whilst building on your own experience.

You'll collaborate closely with colleagues, including the Financial and Operational Audit Manager, Senior Fraud Prevention Manager, and the Investigation and Prosecutions Manager, gaining valuable insight along the way.

If you're eager to learn, interested in data, and excited by the idea of using technology to support decision-making, we'd love to hear from you.

Apprenticeship
This role will be an apprenticeship and on completion of the programme you will be awarded the Level 4 apprenticeship in Intelligence Analysis by the Institute of Apprenticeships and the Higher Certificate in Intelligence Analysis by LJMU. Further information on course can be found here;

CertHE Intelligence Analysis | Undergraduate course | Liverpool John Moores University

What you'll need 
We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about developing a career in data and has a strong interest in using technology to support business improvements. You'll also have;

• A qualification in a data related subject, or the willingness to work towards one (essential).
• Understanding of an internal auditing function.
• Basic understanding of fraud investigations.
• An understanding of the relevant regulations and procedural governance relating to ticket retailing and the systems which support this.
• Experience of leveraging technology to strategically innovate..
• Strong IT skills, with a particular focus on data analytics software and Microsoft Office.

Apprenticeship - Prior to starting the programme you must have obtained Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below:

• Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths
• NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading
• Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English
• Higher Diploma in Maths/English
• Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths/English
• Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
• Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number

What you'll get:   

• Free travel on LNER + 75% off other companies' tickets (for you & dependents)  
• Discounted international train tickets (after one year's service)  
• 50% discount on LNER tickets for friends & family  
• Generous pension scheme  
• Annual cycle to work schemes  
• Discount, savings and cashback scheme from top retailers  
• Health & wellbeing schemes and discounts  
• Host of training opportunities to help further your career  
• Rewards & awards to recognise when you shine  

What we believe:           
To be the most loved, progressive and responsible train operating company, we must make a meaningful difference – always doing what's right for our customers, our people, the communities and destinations we serve, the future of the industry we lead and the environment we cherish.   

We know that our people are the beating heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive, engaged culture that supports everyone at every stage of their journey – and ensures that when you're at LNER, you can always be you. No wonder most people never want to leave!   

Diversity and inclusion   
We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, representative of the communities we serve, and are creating ways to inspire diverse talent to join LNER.   

Developing our people   
We are focused on creating a learning culture, to support our people to be the best they can be at work by providing them with the tools and resources to navigate their development and career journey.   

Health & wellbeing   
To create a culture where our people can perform at their best, the physical health and mental wellbeing of our people is of paramount importance to us.   

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check 
If you are successful in your application and are new to the business, we will undertake a basic DBS check as part of our pre-employment checks. This only happens once we have conditionally offered you the job.  Here we check for any unspent convictions and conditional cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. If there is evidence of an unspent conviction or conditional caution, the details of these are reviewed internally by a cross functional panel on a case by case basis before a final offer of employment is issued. This however may result in any offer being withdrawn. Further information on how we collect and use this data is available on our privacy notice.  

Medical screening 
We're a safety conscious business so for all roles you'll need to pass a medical screening and a drugs and alcohol test before we send you an unconditional job offer. For our safety critical roles, you'll also need to have a safety critical medical. Our friendly, in-house Health and Wellbeing team will book a time and place to suit you. The sooner, the better, so please be flexible with your availability. Once your medical gets the thumbs up, we'll finalise any last details and look forward to you joining our team.