Governance apprentice (CEO office)

Channel 4; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK media company is seeking a Governance Apprentice to provide administrative support for Board and Executive meetings in their London office. This full-time role involves managing schedules, event setups, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates should have Grade C (4) or above in Maths and English GCSEs and demonstrate strong communication, attention to detail, and basic admin skills. This is a unique opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification over 18 months in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Financial support for relocation

Formal training and workshops

Experience in a corporate governance environment

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or over by start date.
• Must confirm Maths & English GCSE Grade C (4) or above.
• Interest in learning about company structure and governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for Executive and Board meetings.
• Manage event setup and visitor handling.
• Maintain accurate records and filing.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Basic admin skills in Word and Excel

Education

Grade C (4) or above in Maths & English GCSE

Job description

Job Title: Governance Apprentice (CEO office)

Reports to: Chief of Staff

Department: Corporate

Location: London

Number of roles: 1

Start: September 2026

The C4 Apprenticeship Programme

If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you.

Our Apprenticeships are full-time, with four days per week spent working in a C4 department and one day per week completing the formal learning parts of the apprenticeship. You’ll spend 60% of your working week in your office base and 40% working from home.

The formal training provided will consist of workshops, tutorials, webinars, coaching and in some cases residential boot camps. You can read more about the qualification being offered for this apprenticeship below.

If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our YouTube video.

AM I ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?

• You must be 18 years old or over at the time the scheme starts to apply. There is no upper age limit.
• You’ll need to have a Grade C (4) or above in Maths & English GCSE
• You can’t have already completed the qualification being offered or similar at the same or higher level
• Our apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree. If you have a degree, please visit the Channel 4 Jobs website

CHANNEL 4 BEHAVIOURS

At Channel 4, we have four core behaviours that underpin everything we do. These are outlined below, and we will be assessing candidates on these behaviours throughout the recruitment process.

We’re Altogether Different so let’s give each other a bear hug, team up and trust each other to collaborate arm-in-arm. Don’t just listen: listen to understand.

Innovate – Don’t just rinse and repeat: don’t just go through the motions. Challenge, be positive and embrace change. Experiment & take smart risks.

Grow – Question everything and school yourself. Be generous with your knowledge with others and seek feedback from them. Be clear with your objectives.

Get it done – Make your time at Channel 4 count. Be a solution‑finder, not a finger‑pointer. Prioritise, decide and then act – always commercially.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The CEO Office sits at the centre of the organisation, as well as supporting the CEO it provides a link between all departments and has direct responsibility for the administration of the Executive meetings (senior management) and the Board.

This role will report to the Chief of Staff working as part of the team responsible for Board administration (known as the Secretariat) and will work closely with the Assistant Corporation Secretary. There will also be links to the Head of Corporate Governance (and Corporation Secretary) who holds the formal governance responsibility for the Board and is based in the Legal department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide administrative support for organising of Executive and Board meetings (e.g. liaising with assistants, sending out calendar invitations and keeping records of attendance)
• Provide practical help in setting up the meetings (e.g. catering, room bookings, ensuring tech support is available and booking travel)
• Assist with setting up of events and meetings outside of London when necessary
• Meet and greet visitors and Board members and ensuring visitors are handled appropriately
• Maintain up to date contacts lists
• Assisting with keeping accurate records of meeting actions
• Managing accurate filing of documents
• Ad-hoc support on annual tasks relating to Board (e.g. ensuring information about Board members is accurate on the company website and for our annual report)

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

As part of the application process you’ll be asked to tell us how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far – it doesn’t need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part‑time job.

We’ve provided some examples beside the first four criteria of experience that could demonstrate you have these skills. Please note you do not need to use these examples – they are just here for guidance and you should draw from your own personal experiences.

• Verbal and written communication skills – Verbal: e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team. Communication: e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing.
• Attention to detail – e.g. Cashing up on tills or proofreading coursework.
• Organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks – e.g. Planning events whether personal or for professional purposes, as well as managing work life balance, for example working whilst doing coursework/exams.
• An understanding of and a passion for Channel 4’s
• Confirm you have Maths & English GCSE Grade C (4) or above
• Basic admin skills including Word, Excel and email
• To maintain a high level of accuracy in all aspects of the role
• Have an interest in learning about company structure and governance
• Behave professionally and be mindful of the confidential nature of all Board matters

QUALIFICATION OFFERED WITH THIS APPRENTICESHIP

LENGTH OF APPRENTICESHIP

18 Months

ALTERNATIVE APPLICATION FORMATS

We are committed to making the application process accessible. If you would like to discuss suggestions for alternative formats, or have any questions about the recruitment process in general, please contact us at [e-mail]

Take a look at our access page for more information, which you’ll find by clicking . You can also watch our YouTube video, .

RELOCATION

If you need to relocate in order to take up this opportunity, we can offer you support towards the financial costs of moving. This includes a contribution towards your deposit and first months’ rent, plus visits to your new city to look for accommodation.