Corporate Communications Apprentice

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Smiths is seeking an enthusiastic Communications Apprentice to join the Corporate Communications team. This role offers hands-on experience across brand, digital, internal communications, content creation and more, while pursuing a Level Four Public Relations and Communications Assistant apprenticeship with PA Media Academy.

You will work on projects spanning brand, digital channels, internal/external communications and employer branding, developing stakeholder management and project delivery

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Positive, proactive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong team player with a willingness to learn.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Friendly, professional and confident communicator.
• Interest in corporate communications, media, journalism, marketing, digital or public relations.
• Experience of creating content for social media, websites or newsletters desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of brand-related projects, including the ongoing refresh of Smiths divisional brands.
• Help engage and coordinate stakeholders, timelines and approvals across multiple workstreams.
• Assist in maintaining brand consistency across communications and digital channels.

Skills

Strong written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organisation & time management

Stakeholder management

Team player & willingness to learn

Communicator - friendly & professional

Interest in corporate comms/PR

Content creation for social media/web

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

For 175 years, we have been pioneers of progress, engineering a better future. Our strategy is to be a focused industrial engineering company operating in the attractive and growing market segments of flow control, thermal solutions, construction and aerospace.

We focus on solving the toughest problems for our customers, helping address critical global needs such as decarbonisation and the ever-increasing demand for process and energy efficiency.

We are pioneers of progress. Engineering a better future, we drive efficiency for customers in mission-critical situations.

We are united by our purpose. It is what we do, how we think, and how we will continue to use our passion for innovative engineering.

We're looking for people with curious minds. Who want responsibility and relish a challenge. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, our global scale and focus on growth means we have some great career opportunities for you. There's never been a better time to join Smiths.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Communications Apprentice to join the Smiths Corporate Communications team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of communication disciplines, helping to shape how Smiths engages employees, customers, future talent and external audiences around the world.

You’ll support projects spanning brand, digital, internal communications, content creation and more, while developing valuable skills in strategic communication, stakeholder management and project delivery / management.

Alongside this you will be completing the Level Four Public Relations and Communications Assistant apprenticeship with PA Media Academy.

To find out more see the government’s website here and PA Media Academy’s website here.

Key Responsibilities

Project management and brand

• Support the delivery of brand‑related projects, including the ongoing refresh of Smiths divisional brands.
• Help engage and coordinate stakeholders, timelines and approvals across multiple workstreams.
• Assist in maintaining brand consistency across communications and digital channels.

Digital & social channels

• Assist with maintaining and updating Smiths.com.
• Assist with running Smiths social channels including our LinkedIn page.
• Support the publishing of press releases, news stories and insight articles.

Corporate communications

• Support the development of content for internal and external audiences.
• Assist with drafting articles, announcements, presentations, internal communications and digital content.
• Help communicate the Smiths strategy, performance and growth story in an engaging and accessible way.

Employer brand and STEM engagement

• Support initiatives that position Smiths as a leading engineering company and STEM employer.
• Assist with content and campaigns that showcase careers, innovation and employee stories.
• Assist with Smiths Foundation communications showcasing the growing impact of the Foundation.

Employee engagement and internal communications

• Help deliver employee communication campaigns, recognition programmes and engagement initiatives.
• Support global events, town halls, competitions and employee storytelling activities.
• Contribute ideas that help strengthen pride, advocacy and connection across Smiths.

Team and operational support

• Provide administrative and project support to the Communications team.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Group and divisions.
• Contribute positively to a high‑performing, creative and supportive team culture.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Positive, proactive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong team player with a willingness to learn.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Friendly, professional and confident communicator.
• Interest in corporate communications, media, journalism, marketing, digital or public relations.
• Experience of creating content for social media, websites or newsletters desirable.

What will make someone successful?

A great communications professional is:

• Curious and eager to learn.
• A strong storyteller who can simplify complex topics.
• Organised and able to manage multiple projects.
• Creative and willing to bring forward new ideas.
• Audience‑focused and understands how different people consume information.
• Digitally savvy and comfortable using new communication tools.
• Adaptable and resilient when priorities change.
• Confident working with people at all levels.
• Passionate about helping others understand, engage and take action.

Additional information

Travel and overnight stays will be required (in London).

Must be available to attend assessment centre dates on either 19th or 20th October.

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion:

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.