Digital Marketing Communications Apprentice

Summary

Bayer, one of the world’s leading Life Science companies are offering an apprenticeship opportunity in their Communications team. The team will train you to create and deliver communication messages and events. Plan, schedule, writing, editing, designing, production and posting content to websites, digital signage, and social media.

Wage: £18,000 a year
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Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.
35 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 15 September
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Our Communications and Public Affairs function protects Bayer’s brand and reputation, and includes Business Partners, providing communication strategy, planning and support to Bayer’s divisions, functions and business units.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Supporting the team in the use of social media in a strategic and effective way: understanding when and which social media channel is appropriate and how it can be incorporated into a wider campaign or event
Management of communication duties such as communication inboxes and press office enquiries
Develop a depth of understanding about how businesses communicate with a variety of audiences, specifically in the Life Sciences industry
Contributing to the smooth running of the team by providing support with administrative duties
Writing for business communication: writing, editing and proof-reading for digital communication channels, communicating effectively with key contacts
Supporting the team with both internal and external event organisation
Supporting the team in creating and delivering new campaigns across social media, website, and internal communications channels.
Media monitoring and insights: conducting research for the team, monitoring media clippings and reporting key details
Provide a high level of service when dealing with key stakeholders.
Participate in Global Communication & Public Affairs communities, groups and projects.
Maintain strong links with key partners such as IT and the BayerNet team.

Where you’ll work

400 South Oak Way

Reading

RG2 6AD

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

WEST BERKSHIRE TRAINING CONSORTIUM

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

The apprentice will work towards the Business Administrator Level 3. Standard.
Training is blended - a combination of in person group training at WBTC one day a month, guided self study and 1-1 training and review meetings.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4 or C)
maths (grade 4 or C)

Desirable qualifications

A Level or equivalent in:

Any (grade Any)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Administrative skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Multi Task
Work independently
Self Starter
Curious
Confidentiality

Other requirements

Bayer are keen to consider candidates who have achieved a Level 3 or who are currently working towards a Level 3 qualification (A Level or BTEC), due to complete this Summer. Bayer offer hybrid working. The apprentice will be expected to work a mix of both working from the Bayer Reading office and from home. This will be set in line with their team and business requirements. Candidates must be available for interviews late March 2025 and if successful, be able to start your new role 15th September 2025

About this company

Bayer is a Life Science company with a more than 150-year history and core competencies in the areas of healthcare and agriculture. With our innovative and sustainable products, we are contributing to finding solutions to some of the major challenges of our time. We bring together our people, partners and customers, placing innovation, sustainability and digital transformation at the heart of everything we do. Our products and solutions help us to deliver our vision of 'health for all, hunger for none'.

https://www.bayer.co.uk/en/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Onsite parking; Private healthcare and pension contribution; Early Careers Development Programme

After this apprenticeship

Bayer Plc will provide you with a solid foundation at the beginning of your journey for a rewarding and lasting career. We believe that everyone working at Bayer has the potential to progress and you will be supported by our commitment to your ongoing training and further development.

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