PR & Communications Apprentice

THE ROYAL MARSDEN; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer treatment center in the UK offers an apprenticeship in PR and communications. This role demands hands-on engagement in real-world campaigns, supporting events, and creating diverse content. The ideal candidate will have A Levels in English and Media Studies, and will develop skills across various communication channels. This opportunity provides robust professional development within a dynamic team focused on enhancing the organization's impact and reputation in cancer treatment and care.

Responsibilities

• Use IT systems and software to support campaigns.
• Build stakeholder relationships and present to them.
• Undertake tasks such as desk research and database management.
• Produce written content accessible to various audiences.
• Adapt communication styles to the audience.
• Support production of film and social media content.
• Distribute content using social media channels.
• Analyse public relations activities and present findings.
• Input to communications programmes focusing on ESG principles.
• Plan and deliver engagement activities.
• Proofread and edit communications materials.
• Support team and colleague development.
• Contribute to sustainability activities.
• Apply legislation and ethical guidance as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Education

A Level in English (grade C)

A Level in Media Studies (grade C)

T Level in Business Admin or equivalent (grade Pass)

Other in Business Admin or equivalent (grade Pass)

Job description

Overview

Are you a creative, ambitious individual looking for an apprenticeship that will set you apart? If you want to gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic, award‑winning team at one of the world’s leading cancer centres, then this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

• Use IT systems and software to support campaigns.
• Build stakeholder relationships and present to them in both formal and informal settings.
• Support campaigns by undertaking tasks such as desk research, event co‑ordination, and database management to ensure compliance with agreed service or performance levels.
• Produce written content such as news releases, articles, social media content, bulletins, and blogs, that is accessible to meet the needs of different audiences and channels.
• Able to adapt communication styles as appropriate to the audience.
• Support the production of non‑written content such as film production management, producing short user‑generated style content, live video streaming, social image creation, and infographic production.
• Distribute content using social media channels.
• Use qualitative and quantitative research to analyse and evaluate public relations and communications activities and present findings to project stakeholders.
• Analyse and interpret complex subjects through different communication channels and identify areas for improvement.
• Input to and review communications programmes and plans with a focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles within the organisation’s procedures.
• Undertake risk assessment and provide information to support stakeholder planning and strategy.
• Plan and deliver engagement activities for, such as curating the content, supporting events, and collating feedback.
• Proofread and edit communications materials such as news releases, graphics and video, and social media content.
• Support team and colleague development through buddying or coaching.
• Contribute to activities which focus on improving sustainability within the organisation’s procedures.
• Apply relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and ethical guidance where appropriate to their work.

Qualifications

• A Level in English (grade C)
• A Level in Media Studies (grade C)
• T Level in Business Admin or equivalent (grade Pass)
• Other in Business Admin or equivalent (grade Pass)

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative

About the team

Our PR and Communications team play a central role in communicating our achievements for the Trust, The Royal Marsden Private Care and The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. With an incredibly broad remit, covering both external and internal communications, a suite of magazines, VIP visits and Trust and Charity events, they are responsible for driving a proactive thought leadership agenda, enhancing the reputation of The Royal Marsden as an NHS leader and positioning the hospital at the forefront of worldwide cancer research, treatment and care.

Apprenticeship details

As part of this apprenticeship, you’ll work alongside industry experts, contribute to real‑world campaigns, and build a repertoire of PR and communications skills that will help launch your career after graduation. Whether it’s finding opportunities to promote our work in the media, developing content for our magazines, staff intranet, website and social media, or supporting high‑profile events, you’ll be immersed in exciting projects that challenge you creatively and professionally.