Undergraduate Communications
Job Title Industrial Placement Head Office Communications Assistant
Location Frimley (Surrey)
Start Date 23rd June 2025
BAE Systems do offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however it is expected on our Industrial Placement programme you will be required to attend your site 3-4 days per week. Please note, this may be subject to change in line with the needs of the business. The hybrid working arrangements including which days you are required to work on site/remotely will be outlined by your line manager.
Salary £23,100
Why BAE Systems?
What you will be doing
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support communications plans, programmes, campaigns and initiatives across both external and internal teams.
- Co-ordinate and solicit input for bulletins, newsletters, intranet, internet, and local media. Understand the application of corporate communications policies.
- Support the promotion of effective communications that proactively contribute to global business success.
- Assist in the organisation and planning of communication briefings and events in support of business objectives.
- Continually seek opportunities for improvement in communications and enact these.
- Administer inputs across communications channels as required and oversee regular audits of content.
- Co-ordinate and support internal events, walkabouts and communications forums. Co-ordinate and draft input where necessary for presentations, briefings, notices, weekly bulletin, business updates, employee business plans, surveys, senior meetings.
- Provide support to communications initiatives as directed by the communications management
Skills
To be considered for this role you must be returning to university to complete your degree.
Opportunities for Growth and Development: We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives.
Community Involvement: In addition to professional development BAE Systems value community engagement. Employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles.
Retention and Career Development: Recognising the importance of retaining talented individuals, we offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance.
Benefits
Inclusivity within our recruitment process
Our environmental responsibility
Export Control/Security
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to be on track to obtain a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in English, Business, PR, Communications or Marketing.
Start date (dd Month Year) 23rd June 2025 Length of contract 12 months