Job Description

Fancy joining one of London's fastest growing communications agencies? Headland Consultancy's apprenticeship programme will give you an unrivalled grounding in Corporate, Public Affairs, Financial and much more. If you're a self-starter who's obsessed with current affairs and loves to collaborate with others, we'd love to hear from you.

Training and Qualification

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 You will develop a wide understanding of Public Relations and the impact it has on businesses As a Public Relations and Communications Apprentice, you will follow a Level 4 Public Relations Assistant apprenticeship standard, which is a nationally recognised qualification route with a Diploma This will involve €œon the job€ training, virtual visits from an Apprenticeship Coach, an internal line manager to provide ongoing guidance, online learning and creating a portfolio of evidence Functional Skills in maths and English if required The apprentice will be working towards an End-Point Assessment (EPA) which will determine if they have the knowledge, skills, and behaviours listed in the PR & Communications Assistant Standard The apprentice must follow company and training provider procedures at all times Where you'll work Headland Consultancy Ltd 1 SUFFOLK LANE London EC4R 0AT

Required Skills & Qualification

Essential qualifications GCSE or equivalent in: English Language (grade 4) Maths (grade 4) English (grade 4) 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 Attention to detail Organisation skills Excellent written skills Genuine interest in PR Motivated and committed Flexible and willing to learn Proactive self-starter Creative and curious Interest in current affairs Ambitious Collaborative Inventive Social media skills Other You may be required to work flexible hours to meet the needs of clients Benefits offered: Laptop and mobile device, Free PRCA Membership, 26 days annual leave, plus public bank holidays on top, Life Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Company Pension €“ employer contribution is currently at 7.5%, Cycle to Work scheme, Season ticket loan, Free lunch at our lunch and learn sessions (called Headspace) and full access to our office snack cupboard, Company Events €“ including our summer parties, Christmas parties, monthly agency drinks and many other social events. GCSE or equivalent in English Language 9-4 (A*- C) Essential, GCSE or equivalent in Maths 9-4 (A*- C) Essential, A Level or equivalent in English 4 (C) and above Essential.

Employer

HEADLAND CONSULTANCY LIMITED

London, EC4R 0AT

Provider

PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION LIMITED

About Employer

Headland is an award-winning, fast-growing communications consultancy, specialising in Corporate Communications, Financial PR, Public Affairs, Digital, Sustainability and Campaigning. Our clients include TikTok, Pret, ScottishPower, TSB, Danone and Just Eat. Our clients choose to work with us because we put integrated communications at the heart of everything we do and we're passionate about delivering the best work for our clients. We're 170 people strong and are based in The City (our roof top terrace boasts one of the best views in London). We've collected a healthy number of awards in our that time, including PR agency of the year. We're passionate about collaboration because we believe it drives the best ideas. Our working culture is centred around the idea that everyone, no matter what their level, has a valuable perspective to bring. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. We always hire for €˜culture add', rather than €˜culture fit'. We celebrate difference and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We are proud to have been awarded Ally status with The Blueprint. The Blueprint is an industry accreditation which helps talented Black, Asian, Mixed Race and Ethnic Minority communications professionals find employers committed to supporting them. And it also helps organisations attract, retain and nurture diverse talent. For more information about The Blueprint, please visit https://thisistheblueprint.co.uk/