Manager (Corporate Affairs)

Launchpad 2025

Apprenticeship – PR (Corporate, Consumer, Health)

Location: London
Department: Public Relations

Who is Weber Shandwick?

Weber Shandwick is a leading global communications agency. We work with some of the most exciting brands and organisations in the world, helping them tell their stories and engage the people that matter most. Whether it’s launching a new product, navigating a complex issue, or creating a powerful social campaign, our teams use insight, creativity and collaboration to make it happen.

We’re passionate about creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included and inspired to do their best work.

About the Apprenticeship

This is a full-time apprenticeship opportunity. You’ll spend four days a week working with your team and one day per week dedicated to formal study towards a recognised Level 4 PR and Communications Assistant qualification. We offer a hybrid working model, combining in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote working.

What will you be doing?

As a PR & Communications Assistant Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience across one of our key practice areas – Corporate Enterprise, Consumer or Health. You’ll learn what goes into creating a successful communications campaign, while supporting our teams with day-to-day tasks that make a real impact.

Some of the things you might do include:

• Writing press releases, media pitches, and social media posts
• Building media lists and researching journalists
• Tracking media coverage and pulling together reports
• Helping organise events and campaign activations
• Attending client meetings and supporting with notes and actions
• Conducting research into industry trends or new business opportunities
• Supporting the team with admin and project coordination

Who are you?

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Eager to learn about the world of PR and agency life
• A good communicator, both in writing and verbally
• Organised and able to manage different tasks and deadlines
• Curious about the world around them and the stories in the news
• Confident using Microsoft Office and social media platforms

Why join us?

This is a chance to get real experience in a global agency environment where no two days are the same. You’ll be supported by friendly, experienced colleagues who’ll help you learn and grow, and you’ll gain a solid foundation in public relations. Whether your interests lie in lifestyle brands, business communications, or public sector work, this is the perfect place to start your career in communications.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an assessment day in July at our London office. This will be a great opportunity to meet the team, get a feel for the business, take part in group tasks, and have an in-person interview.

As an apprentice at Weber Shandwick, you’ll be joining a vibrant cohort of apprentices already thriving across the business, spanning different teams and levels. You’ll become part of a supportive, inspiring community where you can learn from one another, grow together, and share in each other’s successes.

 

Core Benefits:

• Private medical insurance
• Group life assurance
• Group income protection
• Personal pension plan
• Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Benefits:

• Buy or sell holiday
• Additional life assurance cover
• Critical illness insurance
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Travel insurance
• Health screening
• Gym discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health cash plan
• Flexible working with our 3:2 hybrid work model
• Equivalent of $250 USD for new joiners on 6 month + contract to support home working setup
• 25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays) plus 2 volunteering days, birthday day off work and discretionary festive closure
• Flexible public holidays
• Sweets and snacks in the office
• Exclusive shopping discounts and perks
• Annual eyecare voucher
• Season ticket loan
• Referral bonus scheme
• Long service bonus
• Enhanced family leave
• Inclusive and invisible health policies

Note from the Talent Team:

We appreciate the time take to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick. We will review all applications within five working days and be in touch with those who have been shortlisted to the next stage. Unfortunately, due to volume we are not able to get back to everyone individually so if you have not heard back from us unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion and wish you all the best in your search.

At IPG DXTRA we are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

#LI-LW1

Launchpad 2025

Apprenticeship – PR

Location: Manchester
Department: Public Relations

Who is Weber Shandwick?

Weber Shandwick is a leading global communications agency. We work with some of the most exciting brands and organisations in the world, helping them tell their stories and engage the people that matter most. Whether it’s launching a new product, navigating a complex issue, or creating a powerful social campaign, our teams use insight, creativity and collaboration to make it happen.

We’re passionate about creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included and inspired to do their best work.

About the Apprenticeship

This is a full-time apprenticeship opportunity. You’ll spend four days a week working with your team and one day per week dedicated to formal study towards a recognised Level 4 PR and Communications Assistant qualification. We offer a hybrid working model, combining in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote working.

What will you be doing?

As a PR & Communications Assistant Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience across our Corporate and Consumer teams in Manchester. You’ll learn what goes into creating a successful communications campaign, while supporting our teams with day-to-day tasks that make a real impact.

Some of the things you might do include:

• Writing press releases, media pitches, and social media posts
• Building media lists and researching journalists
• Tracking media coverage and pulling together reports
• Helping organise events and campaign activations
• Attending client meetings and supporting with notes and actions
• Conducting research into industry trends or new business opportunities
• Supporting the team with admin and project coordination

Who are you?

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Eager to learn about the world of PR and agency life
• A good communicator, both in writing and verbally
• Organised and able to manage different tasks and deadlines
• Curious about the world around them and the stories in the news
• Confident using Microsoft Office and social media platforms

Why join us?

This is a chance to get real experience in a global agency environment where no two days are the same. You’ll be supported by friendly, experienced colleagues who’ll help you learn and grow, and you’ll gain a solid foundation in public relations.

Whether your interests lie in lifestyle brands, business communications, or public sector work, this is the perfect place to start your career in communications.

As an apprentice at Weber Shandwick, you’ll be joining a vibrant cohort of apprentices already thriving across the business, spanning different teams and levels. You’ll become part of a supportive, inspiring community where you can learn from one another, grow together, and share in each other’s successes.

Core Benefits:

• Private medical insurance
• Group life assurance
• Group income protection
• Personal pension plan
• Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Benefits:

• Buy or sell holiday
• Additional life assurance cover
• Critical illness insurance
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Travel insurance
• Health screening
• Gym discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health cash plan
• Flexible working with our 3:2 hybrid work model
• Equivalent of $250 USD for new joiners on 6 month + contract to support home working setup
• 25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays) plus 2 volunteering days, birthday day off work and discretionary festive closure
• Flexible public holidays
• Sweets and snacks in the office
• Exclusive shopping discounts and perks
• Annual eyecare voucher
• Season ticket loan
• Referral bonus scheme
• Long service bonus
• Enhanced family leave
• Inclusive and invisible health policies

Note from the Talent Team:

We appreciate the time take to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick. We will review all applications within five working days and be in touch with those who have been shortlisted to the next stage. Unfortunately, due to volume we are not able to get back to everyone individually so if you have not heard back from us unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion and wish you all the best in your search.

At IPG DXTRA we are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Launchpad 2025

Apprenticeship – Analytics

Location: London
Department: Analytics

Who is Weber Shandwick?

Weber Shandwick is a global communications agency that blends creativity and data to create meaningful campaigns for brands, businesses, and causes. Our Analytics team plays a vital role in shaping strategies and helping clients understand their audiences and performance through meaningful insights.

We’re committed to nurturing talent from all backgrounds and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

About the Apprenticeship

This is a full-time apprenticeship. You’ll work four days per week with your team and dedicate one day per week to your formal study, leading to a recognised Level 3 Data & Insights For Business Decisions qualification. We offer a hybrid working model, with a mix of remote and in-office collaboration.

What will you be doing?

As an Analytics Apprentice, you’ll help turn numbers into stories. You’ll support the team with research, analysis, and reporting, learning how to apply data to real client challenges and campaigns.

You might find yourself:

• Collecting and analysing data to help guide decision-making
• Creating visual reports and dashboards for clients
• Monitoring campaign performance on digital and social media platforms
• Researching audiences, trends, and competitors
• Supporting new business pitches with insights and stats
• Learning about tools like Excel, Power BI, and Google Analytics

Who are you?

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• Naturally curious, with a love for finding patterns and making sense of data
• Organised, detail-focused, and able to manage tasks independently
• A good communicator, able to explain things clearly and simply
• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel and open to learning new tools
• Interested in how data can drive creative thinking and strategy

Why join us?

You’ll gain hands-on experience using data in a creative agency setting. From measuring campaign success to exploring what makes people engage, you’ll be at the centre of our decision-making process. We’ll support you every step of the way as you build your confidence, learn new tools, and develop valuable skills for the future.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an assessment day in July at our London office. This will be a great opportunity to meet the team, get a feel for the business, take part in group tasks, and have an in-person interview.

As an apprentice at Weber Shandwick, you’ll be joining a vibrant cohort of apprentices already thriving across the business, spanning different teams and levels. You’ll become part of a supportive, inspiring community where you can learn from one another, grow together, and share in each other’s successes.

 

Core Benefits:

• Private medical insurance
• Group life assurance
• Group income protection
• Personal pension plan
• Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Benefits:

• Buy or sell holiday
• Additional life assurance cover
• Critical illness insurance
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Travel insurance
• Health screening
• Gym discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health cash plan
• Flexible working with our 3:2 hybrid work model
• Equivalent of $250 USD for new joiners on 6 month + contract to support home working setup
• 25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays) plus 2 volunteering days, birthday day off work and discretionary festive closure
• Flexible public holidays
• Sweets and snacks in the office
• Exclusive shopping discounts and perks
• Annual eyecare voucher
• Season ticket loan
• Referral bonus scheme
• Long service bonus
• Enhanced family leave
• Inclusive and invisible health policies

Note from the Talent Team:

We appreciate the time take to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick. We will review all applications within five working days and be in touch with those who have been shortlisted to the next stage. Unfortunately, due to volume we are not able to get back to everyone individually so if you have not heard back from us unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion and wish you all the best in your search.

At IPG DXTRA we are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

#LI-LW1