AI Automation Apprentice

Job Description

At Sage, innovation starts with our people. With over 13,000 colleagues across 40 locations worldwide and more than 2 million customers, we’re united by a shared purpose: to transform the way millions of businesses work. As a global leader in AI, finance and HR software, we harness cutting-edge technology to simplify complexity and drive progress.

We’re now looking for ambitious, people-focused apprentices to join our technology function, people who want to help shape how Sage grows, develops, and engages its workforce, while earning a recognised Level 4 qualification at the same time.

Why join Sage as an Apprentice?

This isn’t a passive learning programme. From day one, you’ll work on real challenges alongside experienced colleagues, with structured development, mentoring, and hands-on delivery.

Hybrid, 3 days per week in the office, 2 from home

Key Responsibilities

What you will be involved in

As an AI Automation Specialist Apprentice, you’ll work at the heart of how Sage uses AI and automation to improve the way we operate. You’ll explore real business problems, help build and test solutions, and support teams in adopting new ways of working, all while developing the skills and knowledge that underpin your Level 4 qualification.

• Spot inefficiencies and repetitive processes across the business and investigate how AI or automation could address them
• Use low-code tools such as Microsoft Power Automate and Copilot Studio to build and test automation workflows
• Work with stakeholders to understand business challenges, map processes, and agree how success will be measured
• Apply AI governance principles in everything you do, including data privacy, security, and responsible use
• Contribute to the testing, refinement and documentation of live solutions
• Help measure and communicate the impact of automation, including time saved and efficiency gained
• Support the rollout of solutions by creating guidance materials and assisting teams through change
• Collaborate with technical colleagues to understand how prototypes can be scaled into robust, secure solutions

What we are looking for

We welcome applications from people who are at the start of their career and ready to learn. You don’t need a degree or prior experience in AI, what matters most is your curiosity, drive, and genuine interest in technology.

To meet the entry requirements for the Level 4 apprenticeship, you’ll need:

• Five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English and Maths.
• Plus one of the following: an A-level (ideally in Computer Science, Maths or Applied Sciences), a Level 3 Apprenticeship or vocational qualification, or an equivalent IT, computing or Engineering certification.

Beyond that, you’ll stand out if you:

• Have a genuine interest in AI, automation, and how technology can improve the way people work
• Think logically and enjoy breaking down problems to find practical solutions
• Are curious about how processes and systems work, and how they could work better
• Can communicate confidently with people at all levels, technical and non-technical alike
• Are proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable learning new tools and ideas quickly
• Work well as part of a team and take accountability for your own development

Your Level 4 Apprenticeship: AI and Automation Practitioner

Alongside your day-to-day role, you’ll study towards the Level 4 AI and Automation Practitioner apprenticeship. The programme runs for 15 months and is designed to give you both the technical grounding and the commercial judgement to make a real difference with AI.

By the time you complete the programme, you’ll be able to identify automation opportunities, design and test AI-enabled solutions, apply governance principles confidently, and demonstrate measurable business impact.

You’ll also have the opportunity to work towards industry-recognised certifications, including:

• Microsoft PL-900: Power Platform Fundamentals
• Microsoft AI-900: Azure AI Fundamentals
• Microsoft PL-200: Power Platform Functional Consultant (intermediate)

Working at Sage you will also benefit from:

• Five paid volunteering days each year through Sage Foundation
• Access to learning platforms, expert-led sessions and a global professional network
• A clear career pathway with opportunities to grow once your apprenticeship is complete
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, competitive pension and more

What to expect from the process

• Apply online with your CV
• Complete screening, cognitive testing and a video interview (you’ll receive a link within one week of applying)
• If successful, you’ll be invited to an assessment centre
• Successful candidates will join us in October 2026

We’re committed to an inclusive process for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, please get in touch at earlycareersadjustments@sage.com