Industrial Placement - Sales & Marketing

Bentley Motors Limited; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days holiday

10% pension contribution

Mentorship

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Bentley Motors Limited in Crewe invites you to an Industrial Placement Student position at our Dream Factory campus. You’ll join a community of around 93 trainees, gaining hands-on experience in marketing to a High Net Worth customer base, with hybrid working based at Crewe.

You’ll develop skills by supporting the planning and delivery of events, managing budgets and supplier relationships, and acting as a brand ambassador.

Qualifications

• On track to achieve a 2:1 in the listed degrees.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Help plan, logistics and delivery of Bentley’s online and in-person events and experiences.
• Assist with event standards and best practices across the business.
• Help manage budgets, procurement, and supplier relationships.
• Act as a brand ambassador during customer interactions.
• Collaborate with teams to drive the delivery of existing brand or marketing projects.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Customer focus

Adaptability

Communication

Creativity

Education

2:1 degree in Business Management, Sales, Finance, Marketing, PR & Communications or Event Management

Job description

Salary: £25,500

Start Date: Monday 16th August 2027 – Friday 4th August 2028

Location: Based in Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 3PL.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid working

Entry Requirements: See ‘What we’re looking for’ section

Our Industrial Placement Programme:

As part of Bentley’s annual Early Careers intake, you’ll join a community of around 93 trainees including Industrial Placements, Graduates, and Apprentices.

During your placement, you’ll be based at our Bentley Campus "Dream Factory". (removed link). Alongside hands‑on work experience, you’ll also benefit from:

• CSR and outreach activities
• Opportunities to participate in charity events, community projects, and social committees
• Masterclasses, development workshops, and social events
• Inclusivity networks and peer support groups
• Placements and rotations across different areas of the business that interest you

About the role:

As an Industrial Placement Student at Bentley, you will play a key part in Bentley’s journey to creating extraordinary vehicles for our customers. Based out of our state‑of‑the‑art headquarters in Crewe, you will:

• Develop knowledge and understanding of marketing to a High Net Worth customer sector,
• Manage marketing and brand projects,
• Improve your communication and other skills by working with such a dynamic team,
• Gain invaluable experience delivering critical projects, bringing your own ideas to life, whilst working with and alongside industry leading professionals.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Supporting with the planning, logistics and delivery of Bentley’s online and in‑person events and experiences,
• Assisting with event standards and best practices across the business,
• Helping manage budgets, procurement, and supplier relationships,
• Acting as a brand ambassador during customer interactions,
• Working with key members of the business to review and drive the delivery of existing brand or marketing projects.

About the Department:

Be part of the team that brings the Bentley brand to life for our customers. You will learn how to deliver world class experiences and events, both in‑person and online, and be part of the delivery and execution of our global marketing strategy.

You will gain invaluable experience working in a dynamic team where we are responsible for showcasing our brand to a wide audience, from enthusiasts through to Bentley owners.

Sales and Marketing makes certain that the Bentley brand and our values are delivered consistently through our communications, events, retailers, products and services.

What we are looking for:

The successful candidates will be on track to achieve a 2:1 in the following degrees:

Business Management, Sales, Finance, Marketing, PR & Communications or Event Management.

Skills required for the role:

• Organisational and time management skills
• Efficient problem‑solving and critical thinking skills
• Customer‑focused, with a passion for delivering memorable experiences
• Able to work flexibly and adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Creativity and Innovative thinking

What we offer:

• A starting salary of £25,500
• Support from our Early Careers team and 1-2-1 manager mentorship
• 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits
• Learning and development opportunities

Right To Work:

To be eligible for an Early Careers programme you must have a legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the placement or graduate scheme. We welcome students who have Settled Status, a Tier 4 Visa, or a Graduate Visa. We are unable to offer sponsorship for our Early Careers positions

#BelongingAtBentley

Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered.

We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity and we positively celebrate the differences between people.

Working at Bentley

To learn more about what life is like working at Bentley, and our assessment process view our Candidate Pack here.

Closing date: Friday 23rd October