Marketing & Communications Apprentice

Marketing & Communications Apprentice

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including: Early finish on Fridays, 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell), Strong Pension scheme and life assurance, Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring, Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers, Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

We are looking for a passionate individual to join our Marketing team as a Marketing & Communications Apprentice at our Fareham site. Safran Helicopter Engines are the world's leading manufacturer of rotorcraft turbines and the only one dedicated exclusively to this market. Our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the SHE Group, performing level 1 to level 3 maintenance and repairs on complex helicopter engine components. Our experienced teams partner with our broad, global customer base, providing both technical expertise and broader support in both the fixed wing and rotary wing markets.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

Your Role As a Marketing & Communications Apprentice at Safran Helicopter Engines UK, you will support the delivery of engaging and effective communication across the business. Working closely with HR, the CEO and the wider commercial and marketing teams, you will contribute to internal and external communications, event coordination, content creation and brand activity while developing your skills within a global aerospace organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engaging internal communications to the site.
• Support the CEO in delivering external communications.
• Coordinate events and create supporting marketing materials.
• Manage internal and external communications processes to ensure timely delivery.
• Create and update marketing materials with internal teams, agencies and Safran's wider marketing network.
• Support communication projects and social media campaigns.
• Maintain and update local website content.
• Produce newsletters, site screen content, leaflets and email updates.
• Plan company presence at trade shows, careers fairs and external events, ensuring brand aligned promotional materials.
• Coordinate annual sponsorship campaigns, including charity event attendance.
• Keep the intranet and noticeboards up to date with relevant communications.
• Support Health & Wellbeing initiatives and associated communications.
• Contribute to promoting Safran's Employer Value Proposition across the UK.
• Use multiple channels — including the Employee Advocacy Programme and personal LinkedIn — to boost employer brand visibility.
• Organise and support internal and external events from planning through delivery.
• Lead and coordinate company award applications.
• Act as the main point of contact for the Employer Recognition Scheme.

What You'll Bring Essential:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic skills with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Desirable:

• English and Maths GCSE grade 9–4 (A*–C).
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Proactive, willing to learn and adaptable in a fast paced environment.
• Attention to detail and creative problem solving attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with various stakeholders.
• Professional demeanour, confidentiality and high ethical standards.
• Previous experience (internships, volunteering) in a marketing or communications environment.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication tools.
• Basic understanding of marketing principles and communication techniques.

Here, we craft excellence together. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today. Why Safran?

A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.

Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.

Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.

Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.

A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.

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Concorde Way, PO15 5RL

Segensworth North Fareham Hampshire

England United Kingdom