Project Management Apprentice (Level 4)

Sanofi US; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharma company in Reading seeks a Project Management Apprentice to support project management for their Type 1 Diabetes Commercial Team. Candidates should have A Levels, five GCSEs including Maths and English, foundational knowledge in life sciences, and strong communication skills. Training is provided through an 18-month accredited apprenticeship program, enhancing skills through hands-on experience and mentorship.

Benefits

Access to apprenticeships and internships

Learning from inspiring mentors

Flexible workplaces supporting well-being

Personalized development plans

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of the life sciences industry.
• Ability to commute to the office three days per week.
• Demonstrated curiosity and an active interest in current business affairs.

Responsibilities

• Support franchise organisation through project management.
• Manage business critical projects and reporting.
• Facilitate internal workshops and retrospectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork skills

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Basic understanding of project management principles

Education

A Levels or equivalent academic qualification

Five GCSEs (grades 4–9, A–C) including Maths and English

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the job

As a Project Management Apprentice in our autoimmune Type 1 Diabetes Commercial Team, you’ll take fully funded training via an accredited provider enrolling on a course with a typical duration of 18 months, delivered for example, through one full-day or two half-day seminars each month, coaching from experienced business professionals, plus a virtual classroom and pre-recorded lessons, etc.

At Sanofi, we are working cross‑functionally to help the NHS provide our medicines to the right people. In commercial, we are data driven in the design and execution of our strategy. To ensure we reach our commercial objectives there is a keen focus on marketing, franchise governance, and launch excellence. We work to ensure that the franchise is provided with the right content and success is measured against the appropriate KPIs, whilst maintaining a keen focus on team culture and organisation. The apprentice will be enrolled in Associate Project Manager – Level 4 Apprenticeship.

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D‑driven, AI‑powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main responsibilities

• The fundamental responsibility of the role is to support franchise organisation through project management capabilities. This role will require cross‑functional working to ensure dashboard completion according to our Integrated Growth Plan (IGP) and our Objective Key Results (OKRs).
• Liaison will also be required in order to project manage business critical projects and to complete reporting, ensuring we can operate with excellence.
• Clarity of communication skills will be key to aid with PowerPoint creation for key business reviews and internal engagement.
• Facilitation of internal workshops and retrospectives.
• Creation of promotional materials and review, approval/certification.

About you

• Foundational knowledge of the life sciences industry
• Basic understanding of project management principles
• A Levels or equivalent academic qualification
• Five GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4–9 (A–C), including Maths and English
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Ability to commute to the office three days per week
• Strong communication, organisation, and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated curiosity and an active interest in current business affairs
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and working knowledge of Excel

Why choose us?

• Stretch your skills through apprenticeships, internships, graduate programs, and international experiences that grow with you.
• Learn from inspiring mentors and collaborative teams while contributing to real projects that shape the future of healthcare.
• Build your future with access to the latest tools, digital innovation, and continuous learning that keep you ahead of the curve.
• Explore more with personalized development plans, short‑term gigs, and internal mobility across functions and countries.
• Grow in a purpose‑driven company where your voice matters and your work helps improve millions of lives.
• Thrive in inclusive, flexible workplaces that support your personal and professional well‑being.
• Launch your career with a company that invests in you — and empowers you to reimagine what’s possible.

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