The Liberty Wines Apprentice scheme is a diverse and challenging two-year programme, which comprises working across, and within, all aspects of one of the UK’s leading wine distributors. Since its launch in 2007, we have seen a phenomenal response to the scheme and some outstanding candidates that have built longstanding careers at Liberty Wines.

Unique in the industry, our programme offers a detailed yet wide-ranging experience of many departments within the organisation, as well as sponsoring the WSET Diploma Level 4 and funding two vintages in the northern and southern hemispheres. The ideal candidate will have some knowledge and experience of the wine trade, received a WSET Level 3 qualification (or in the process of studying), and be able to demonstrate the potential to thrive at Liberty Wines longer term.

Applications for the 2025-27 Liberty Wines Apprentice will open in May 2025.

THE PROGRAMME

The programme runs for two years, during which time the candidate will study for WSET Diploma by block release, sponsored by Liberty Wines.


The apprenticeship includes placements such as Customer Services, Brand Management, Events, Marketing, Sales and Operations.


There is a month in Europe helping with a vintage during the first year, two months’ vintage in the southern hemisphere during the second year, followed by an exciting project which brings the apprenticeship to a close.

COMPETENCIES

    · Motivated and enthusiastic, with a passion for wine

    · Strong written and oral communication skills

    · Pro-active learner and excellent team player

    · An aptitude for hard work, including physically demanding tasks during harvests

    · Comfortable and confident using IT systems and Microsoft Office software

    · Minimum of WSET Level 3 (or studying towards)

    · Languages desirable but not essential

    · Permit to work in the UK for a minimum of 5 years


    The apprenticeship is based in our Head Office located in Clapham, Southwest London.

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