National Licensing & Property Development Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to develop foundational skills in licensing compliance, property development, and shop estate optimisation, contributing directly to the success of one of the UK’s most recognisable betting brands.

As National Licensing & Property Development Apprentice you will support Entain’s national licensing operations and the property optimisation team, who are responsible for the development, relocation, and improvement of Ladbrokes and Coral retail shops.

Reporting to our Senior Portfolio Optimisation Manager, you will gain practical experience across compliance, local authority processes, estate planning, and property administration, learning how our shop network stays compliant, commercially effective, and aligned to Entain’s strategy.

Alongside gaining valuable on-the-job experience you'll work towards completing a Level 4 Apprenticeship Regulatory Compliance Officer qualification, lasting 19 months.

Key Responsibilities

Licensing Compliance Support

• Support the preparation and submission of:
  • Premises licence applications
  • Variations and transfers
  • Gaming machine notifications
  • Temporary event notices
  • Annual renewals and mandatory returns
• Assist in ensuring all Ladbrokes Coral shops operate in line with:
  • Gambling Act 2005 requirements
  • Gambling Commission Licence Conditions & Codes of Practice (LCCP)
  • Local authority licensing conditions
  • Entain’s safer gambling and compliance framework
• Maintain accurate digital records and trackers in line with Entain’s governance standards.
• Liaise with local councils, solicitors, enforcement bodies, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor key compliance timelines and escalate risks as needed.

Development & Property Optimisation Support

• Support project planning for the development and optimisation of new or existing Ladbrokes Coral shops, including:
  • Location analysis and demographic checks
  • Planning applications and change‑of‑use submissions
  • Engagement with landlords, agents, surveyors, and solicitors
  • Coordination of fit‑out timelines, building works, and shop handovers
• Help update estate data and property documentation in Entain’s central systems.
• Assist with feasibility assessments and market evaluations for potential relocations.
• Help track project progress, risks, costs, and dependencies.
• Collaborate with Estates, Facilities, Retail Operations, and Finance teams to support smooth shop transitions.

General & Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain high quality digital filing and compliance records.
• Prepare reports, meeting notes, presentations, and status updates.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with Entain’s sustainability and digitisation strategy.
• Act as a proactive, positive representative of the Property & Portfolio Optimisation team.
• Complete all apprenticeship learning modules and development requirements.

Entain is one of the world’s largest sports‑betting, gaming, and interactive entertainment groups. Across our Ladbrokes Coral retail estate, we are committed to operating responsibly, sustainably, and in full compliance with all regulatory and licensing frameworks. Our ambition is to lead the industry in player protection, innovation, and estate optimisation ensuring our shops remain safe, welcoming, modern and compliant environments for colleagues and customers.

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths – required
• A‑Levels or equivalent – desirable
• Must meet UK apprenticeship eligibility requirements

Skills & Attributes

Essential

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
• Willingness to learn about licensing, property, and compliance
• Confident with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Professional approach with strong integrity
• Interest in regulatory compliance or property-related work

Desirable

• Understanding of local authority processes
• Basic analytical skills or experience handling data
• Some awareness of safer gambling principles

At Entain, we know that signing top players requires a great starting package, and plenty of support to inspire peak performance. Join us, and a competitive salary is just the beginning.

Based in our London Stratford office, you can expect to receive benefits like:

• Generous group bonus scheme
• Hybrid-working (4 days per week in office)
• Private medical insurance
• Pension Scheme - matched to 6%
• Ability to buy and sell holiday
• Free subscription to wellbeing app Unmind
• Entain & Enhance days – 2 paid days off to focus on your professional or personal development
• Sharesave Scheme
• Paid Subscription to LinkedIn learning

Equal Opportunities.

If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we'll support you.

We're committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to be themselves.

We're an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from everyone and we do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, or any other status protected by law.

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