Distributor Marketing Industrial Placement (12 Months)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in London is seeking a Marketing Industrial Placement Student to join their Distributor Region Marketing Team. The role focuses on supporting commercial launches of Cystic Fibrosis products across various international markets. Ideal candidates are pursuing a relevant degree and possess strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills. The company offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive placement salary

Mentorship from marketing experts

Opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• Studying for a degree in Marketing, Business or related field.
• Interest in international pharmaceutical marketing and product launches.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and rollout of marketing strategies for CF products.
• Assist with planning major product launches.
• Collaborate with Distributor partners for insights and feedback.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

Job Description

Vertex Distributor Region - Marketing Industrial Placement (12 Months)
Paddington, London, UK

Vertex Pharmaceuticals (Europe) Ltd
Location: London Paddington, UK
Duration: September 2026 to August 2027

About Vertex

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that aims to discover, develop, and commercialize innovative new medicines so people with serious diseases can lead better lives. As a leader in breakthrough therapies for Cystic Fibrosis (CF), Vertex combines cutting‑edge science with a mission‑driven culture focused on improving patient outcomes.

About the Distributor Region

The Distributor Region spans 40 markets across Central & Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, where Vertex operates through trusted third‑party Distributor partners rather than local affiliates. The Distributor Region Marketing team, based in London Paddington, provides strategic direction, commercial support, and launch excellence across this diverse and dynamic region.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive and curious Marketing Industrial Placement Student to join our Distributor Region Marketing Team, reporting to the Marketing Director. The role focuses on the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) franchise and supports the commercial launches of Vertex's latest CF products across Distributor markets.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the development and rollout of CF marketing strategies across ~40 Distributor markets
• Assisting with planning and execution for major CF product launches
• Helping develop launch toolkits, training materials, digital assets and partner‑facing resources
• Supporting website content development, updates and maintenance to support regional marketing needs
• Supporting Congress and event activities, including planning, logistics, materials and post‑event follow‑up
• Collaborating with Distributor partners across CEE, MEA and LATAM to gather insights and feedback
• Building relationships with marketing colleagues across diverse companies and cultures
• Supporting cross‑functional alignment with Medical, Market Access and International teams
• Organising internal meetings, workshops and regional training sessions
• Assisting with project management, budget processes and tracking launch timelines

What We're Looking For

• Studying a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Business, Life Sciences, Communications or a related field and seeking a placement year
• Interested in international pharmaceutical marketing, healthcare innovation and product launches
• Strong communicators who enjoy working across cultures and geographies
• Organised, analytical and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Curious, proactive and eager to learn within a dynamic environment
• Motivated by work that supports patients worldwide

What We Offer

• A collaborative, inclusive and internationally focused environment
• Close mentorship from the Marketing Director, and marketing team colleagues
• Opportunities to develop skills in cross‑cultural communication, commercial excellence and project management
• The chance to contribute to meaningful work that impacts patients across diverse global markets
• Competitive placement salary and benefits

Our Ways of Working

Vertex operates a hybrid working model known as Flex @ Vertex. Flex Designation: Hybrid‑Eligible Or On‑Site Eligible. In this Hybrid‑Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select On‑Site: work five days per week on‑site with ad hoc flexibility. In this On‑Site designated role, you will work five days per week on‑site with ad hoc flexibility. The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. #LI-Onsite

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]