Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Company Overview…

Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden (WBSL) is a purpose built, state-of-the-art film and television studio offering one of the largest facilities in the UK. This 200-acre secure site has half a million square feet of stage space, production offices and workshops together with an exterior filming tank, one of the largest indoor heated underwater filming tanks in Europe and a 100 acre back-lot. WBSL has some of the largest sound stages in the UK and is proving to be a very popular facility for production clients.

WB Leavesden Park, adjacent to the Studio, offers modern and flexible office space for Production Companies. The site also has its own, on-site Set Lighting & Rigging rental division, which provides the industry with state-of-the-art lighting equipment, scaffolding and production supplies for stage and location shoots. WB De Lane Lea based in Soho, London, provides state of the art facilities in audio post-production for feature films and television.

Set adjacent to the working film studios where all eight Harry Potter films were made, the Studio Tour offers visitors the unique opportunity to explore two soundstages and a backlot filled with original sets, animatronic creatures and breathtaking special effects.

Department Overview…

Our Projects Team handles a variety of construction projects in both size and value. Here’s what we do:

Initial Planning: We start by understanding the project brief and discuss key requirements with stakeholders. Design and Budgeting: We create a design and set a budget and timeline for the project. Hiring Contractors: We get quotes from contractors and choose the best ones for the job. Contracts and Orders: We prepare contracts and place orders for the necessary work. Project Management: We oversee the work on-site, conduct regular inspections, and ensure everything is completed as planned. Final Handover: We make sure the project is ready for use by the end user.

Your New Role…

The Facilities Administrator Apprentice will contribute and support the planning and execution of projects on all areas of our Leavesden site - the Film Studios, Warner Bros. Studio Tour, The Making of Harry Potter and Leavesden Park. They will be responsible for all administrative tasks associated with the execution of construction projects including raising contracts and purchase orders, scheduling meetings and maintaining project documents and reports as well as administrative tasks associated with the efficient running of the Projects team. Due to the nature of our business the role can change and expand at short notice.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Communicating with WBSL departments and staff, stakeholders and contractors.
• Contributing to the planning, development, coordination and management of projects.
• Performing administrative tasks such as preparing invoices, raising purchase orders, scheduling meetings, maintaining financial spreadsheets, research, etc.
• Processing purchase orders for goods and services, ensuring that deliveries are received and any discrepancies on invoices are checked.
• Filing and maintaining records on all platforms.
• Assisting in stock management to ensure sufficient stock levels are maintained to prevent waiting for goods.
• Welcoming visitors and directing them as necessary; dealing with enquiries via the telephone, e-mail and other correspondence and referring on as appropriate.
• Responsible for access requirements and site induction for all visitors and contractors etc visiting site.

Qualifications & Experience…

• Our apprenticeship positions are designed to be an alternative to university education, therefore we are only seeking applications from people who have not already graduated from university with a degree.
• Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work pro-actively to aid the Senior Project Manager to ensure smooth running of the site.
• Customer service skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of employees, contractors and customers.
• Ability to file both hard and soft copy records and information in an effective manner for fast and efficient retrieval
• Good research skills and the ability to draw information from various sources.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and capable of working on own initiative.
• Flexible and adaptable to the changing business needs.

The Apprenticeship...

• Salary: £26,272 p/a
• Start Date: April 2025
• End Date: March 2027
• 25 days annual leave
• Qualification: Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship
• You will gain hands-on experience working on business-critical projects. 
• You will have access to personal and professional development courses, executive speakers’ series, special screenings and more. 
• You will be part of our Early Talent network of over 100 interns & apprentices, meaning you will have an important support network of other students, graduates and apprentices and plenty of opportunities to socialise! 

Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We particularly welcome a diversity of applicants, including those from historically marginalised backgrounds or people living in the local area.

Onsite Working - This role is advertised as Onsite, meaning all working hours and days (regardless of shift pattern) will be carried out at the place of work. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement, where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.