Role: IT Solutions Developer Apprentice (Level 3) - UK

Start Date: September 2026

Location - Murphy, 1 Bridge Court, Yew Tree Way, Stonecross Business Park, Golborne, Warrington, WA3 3JD​​​​​​​ 

About Us 
Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,300 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. There’s more to Murphy. 

We are looking for a motivated Level 3 IT Apprentice to join our PMO and Project Support team. This is a apprenticeship role designed for someone starting their career in project management and business analysis. You will gain hands-on experience working alongside project managers, business analysts, and finance teams, supporting key business initiatives, budgets, test management, and prioritisation of projects.

This apprenticeship will provide exposure to the full project lifecycle, helping you develop practical skills in project coordination, business analysis, and financial management, while building a strong foundation for a career in IT or business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Support & Management

• Assist project managers with planning, scheduling, and tracking project tasks and milestones.
• Support project meetings by preparing agendas, taking notes, and tracking actions.
• Help maintain project documentation, including risk and issue logs.
• Track project deliverables and provide updates on progress to team members and stakeholders.

Business Analysis

• Assist in gathering and documenting business requirements for projects.
• Help create process flows, user stories, and supporting documentation.
• Support the analysis of business problems and contribute ideas for solutions.
• Work with stakeholders to clarify project objectives and scope under guidance.

PMO & Governance

• Assist in maintaining PMO tools, trackers, and dashboards.
• Support adherence to project governance processes and standards.
• Help ensure projects are aligned to business priorities and compliance requirements.

Budget & Financial Management

• Support tracking of project budgets, including expenditure and forecasts.
• Assist in preparing reports for stakeholders on budget and resource utilisation.
• Monitor financial approvals and ensure project spending aligns with allocated budgets.

Business Prioritisation

• Help assess project requests and support prioritisation exercises.
• Assist in maintaining a clear overview of ongoing projects and business priorities.
• Support decision-making processes by providing accurate and timely information.

Test Management Support

• Assist in planning and coordinating test activities for project deliverables.
• Support the creation of test scripts, logging of defects, and reporting of outcomes.
• Help ensure testing aligns with project timelines and quality standards.

General Responsibilities

• Work closely with colleagues to learn about project management, business analysis, and PMO processes.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all assigned tasks.
• Participate in team meetings and training opportunities to develop skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrate a proactive and positive approach, with attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Interest in IT, business analysis, and project management.

What do I need to be considered for the apprenticeship?

• GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- C / 4-9 (or equivalent)
• You don’t need to have previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude!
• Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, that we do not provide sponsorship.

Above all, we need people who will adopt our values and strive to live them:

• One Family, One Team, One Murphy
• Always Deliver
• Respect, Integrity & Accountability
• Never Harm
• Continually Improve

What you’ll get in return

• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development.
• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service
• Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review
• Above market rate contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus
• Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus
• Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations
• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc

Where will I be based on the apprenticeship?

This role will be based from our office in Warrington.

Our Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process consists of two stages:

1. Initial application (Don't worry if you don't have your own CV as of yet, instead please upload a document that tells us a little bit more about who you are, what you have studied and why you are interested in this apprenticeship).

2. In-person interview

It’s important to us that everybody has an equal chance to succeed, therefore if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, please feel free to get in touch at emergingtalent@murphygroup.co.uk.

Please note: Should we receive a high volume of suitable applications we may choose to close our opportunities early. Therefore, to avoid missing out, we do recommend you submit your application asap.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.