Virgin Atlantic Apprentice - Strategy & Planning Analyst (Cargo) 2025

Support the delivery of data-led insights to shape commercial cargo decisions Help forecast revenue performance across routes, regions and key customers Create tools, dashboards and reports to make data accessible and actionable Analyse industry trends, macroeconomic drivers and competitive landscapes Collaborate with Revenue Management, Sales, Operations, and Contact Centre teams Contribute to the development of predictive models and KPI frameworks Work on projects that assess new opportunities or optimise existing practices Continuously evolve data workflows and propose enhancements to systems

Training:
The course runs for 24 months at our Crawley, West Sussex, VHQ After that, it’ll be time to put all your training into practice. The sky really is the limit

Training Outcome:

You’ll complete the programme with more than just a sense of achievement. Over the course of your time as an Apprentice Analyst in our Cargo Commercial Insight team, you’ll develop the analytical mindset, technical skills, and commercial awareness that form the foundation of a successful career in aviation, logistics, or data-driven decision making.

You’ll build real-world experience working across core business areas—forecasting, revenue optimisation, market analysis, and performance tracking. You’ll gain confidence using tools like Excel, Tableau, and SQL, and you’ll learn how to translate complex datasets into strategic insights that shape commercial outcomes.

By the end of the programme, you’ll have contributed to live commercial projects, supported strategic decision-making at a global scale, and developed a strong grasp of how data informs planning, pricing, and performance in a fast-paced, international business.

Whether your next step is further study, a permanent role within our Cargo team, or a move into wider analytics, commercial, or operations roles across Virgin Atlantic, you’ll leave with the skills, experience, and connections to thrive.

In return for your curiosity and commitment, we’ll support you every step of the way. You’ll learn from experts, collaborate across departments, and grow in a business where data and insight sit at the heart of how we make decisions and deliver for our customers.

Employer Description:
Virgin Atlantic took off in 1984 when Richard Branson set out to shake up the aviation industry—and we’ve been doing things differently ever since. What began with a single 747, one route, and a small but mighty team has grown into an international airline with a global network and thousands of passionate people behind it. But our story has never just been about planes—it’s about people. From the very beginning, we’ve believed that travel should feel exciting, personal, and filled with possibility. That belief still drives us today as we work towards our mission: to become the most loved travel company. Whether we’re designing innovative customer experiences, pushing boundaries in sustainability, or building inclusive teams that reflect the world we serve, we’re united by a shared spirit of adventure, heart, and humanity. Because at Virgin Atlantic, we don’t just fly people from A to B—we help them take off in every sense. We’re not just your average airline. When it comes to our people, they’re a passionate lot, united in creating something different. It’s always been like this. It’s in our DNA, and it was ignited within us from the moment we started flying.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm, but a degree of flexibility will be required.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience