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BRE aims to be the world’s leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.

BRE Graduate Programme

BRE’s Graduate Programme is an 18-month fast-track development journey designed to launch your career in the built environment. From day one, you’ll step into a permanent role within a specialist team while gaining exposure across the business. The programme combines structured learning, mentoring from senior leaders, monthly group coaching, and access to a £1,000 professional development fund. You’ll build expertise in areas such as project management, stakeholder engagement, innovation, and leadership, supported by tailored workshops and online learning. With professional membership included and a permanent role at the end, Elevate offers the tools, networks, and confidence to shape your future and help us lead the way in creating safe, sustainable buildings.

About the Role

BRE is embracing the potential of Artificial Intelligence to improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and make better use of our technical knowledge. We are looking for a Graduate AI Solutions Developer to join our innovative team and support the practical adoption of AI across the organisation.

In this role, you will help identify promising AI use cases, test tools with different teams, and support the implementation of AI-driven processes. You will also produce clear user guidance, gather feedback, and track the impact of new solutions to ensure they deliver real value.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting teams in adopting AI tools and processes

• Identifying and testing AI use cases to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort

• Producing clear guidance and training materials for AI tools

• Gathering feedback and monitoring the impact of AI-enabled processes

• Working with teams to read and interpret information from SAP documents

• Supporting the Energy team and other departments on AI-driven projects

• Contributing to the development of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) approaches to enhance BRE’s use of technical knowledge and data

What can you bring to this role 

You’ll be a recent graduate (or soon to graduate) in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or a related discipline. You should be curious about AI technologies, enjoy problem-solving, and be eager to work collaboratively with teams across the organisation. Clear communication and the ability to translate technical concepts into practical guidance are key to success in this role.

Essential Skills

• Basic knowledge of AI/ML tools and concepts

• Familiarity with programming or scripting (e.g., Python, JavaScript)

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audiences

• Willingness to learn and work collaboratively

BRE Benefits

At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being, and career development.

Financial & Security Benefits

• Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution

• Life assurance – 4x your basic salary

• Enhanced maternity package

Health & Wellbeing

• HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more

• Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points

Career Development

• Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform

• Professional membership reimbursement

For full details on our benefits, visit: BRE Employee Benefits

Salary & Progression

• £30,000 starting salary
• £32,000 after 12 months
• £34,000 after successful completion at 18 months

Work Location Options

Fully Remote – This role is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in the UK. There will be occasional travel to our Watford office, typically once or twice per quarter. 

Note to Employment Agencies

At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means.

Equal Opportunities Statement

BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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