Policy & Public Affairs Apprentice

Found in: Talent UK C2 - 1 week ago

London, United Kingdom Channel 4 Full time
Job Title: Policy & Public Affairs Apprentice
Reports to: Senior External Affairs Manager/ Public Affairs Manager
Department: Strategy & Consumer Insight
Location: Leeds/Glasgow
Number of roles: 1
Start: January 2025

THE C4 APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME

If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you. 

Our Apprenticeships are full-time, with four days per week spent working in a C4 department and one day per week completing the formal learning parts of the apprenticeship. You’ll spend 60% of your working week in your office base and 40% working from home.

The formal training provided will consist of workshops, tutorials, webinars, coaching and in some cases residential boot camps. You can read more about the qualification being offered for this apprenticeship below.

If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our YouTube video, . 

The programme aims to offer opportunities to those currently underrepresented in the TV industry, so we are particularly keen to hear from Deaf and/or disabled people, ethnically diverse people and people from lower socio-economic groups.

AM I ELIGIBLE TO APPLY? You must be 18 years old or over at the time the scheme starts to apply. There is no upper age limit. You’ll need to have a Grade C (4) or above in Maths & English GCSE You can’t have already completed the qualification being offered or similar at the same or higher level Our apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree. If you have a degree, please visit the Channel 4 Jobs website  CHANNEL 4 BEHAVIOURS

At Channel 4, we have four core behaviours that underpin everything we do. These are outlined below, and we will be assessing candidates on these behaviours throughout the recruitment process. 

Include We’re Altogether Different so let’s give each other a bear hug, team up and trust each other to collaborate arm-in-arm. Don’t just listen: listen to understand. 

Innovate Don’t just rinse and repeat: don’t just go through the motions. Challenge positive and embrace change. Experiment & take smart risks.

Grow Question everything and school yourself. Be generous with your knowledge with others and seek feedback from them. Be clear with your objectives. 

Get it done Make your time at Channel 4 count. Be a solution-finder, not a finger-pointer. Prioritise, decide and then act – always commercially.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Policy and Public Affairs team sits within the Strategy and Consumer Insight division and is responsible for managing all of Channel 4’s relationships with the UK and devolved Governments and Parliaments, as well as with regulators and other stakeholders in the political and corporate worlds. It seeks to ensure that any policy and regulatory decisions made are in the best interests of Channel 4. The team plays a lead role in ensuring that stakeholders are kept informed about key Channel 4 programmes and initiatives and understand Channel 4’s unique remit and model. It also provides briefing and advice to Channel 4’s senior management. 

The team has members based in London and Leeds and Glasgow and this role will be based in Leeds or Glasgow.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES  Support the team’s project management function, taking notes of meetings, logging actions and tracking progress.  Supporting Policy and Public Affairs events and visits, helping with guest lists, invitations, briefings and logistics.  Assisting with the drafting of briefings for meetings, events and Select Committees compiling relevant materials from across the team.  Carrying out research to support the work of the policy and public affairs team.  Summarising relevant policy and political developments like reports.  Coordinating MP meetings and visits and supporting wider diary management within the team.  Supporting the team with stakeholder communications and social media.  Supporting the team’s political monitoring.  Supporting the team in ensuring that supplier invoices are paid promptly by raising purchase orders and liaising with the Accounts Payable team to resolve issues and confirm payment  ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

As part of the application process you’ll be asked to tell us how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far, this doesn’t need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part-time job. 

We’ve provided some examples beside the first four criteria of experience that could demonstrate you have these skills. Please note you do not need to use these examples, they are just here for guidance and you should draw from your own personal experiences.  Verbal and written communication skills - Verbal - e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team. Communication – e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing.  Attention to detail - e.g. Cashing up on tills or proofreading coursework. Organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks - e.g. Planning events whether personal or for professional purposes, as well as managing work life balance, for example working whilst doing coursework/exams.  An understanding of and a passion for Channel 4's remit  Confirm you have Maths & English GCSE Grade C (4) or above (this is not required if you are applying to be based in Glasgow) QUALIFICATION OFFERED WITH THIS APPRENTICESHIP

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LENGTH OF APPRENTICESHIP

15 months if based in Leeds, 12 months if based in Glasgow

ALTERNATIVE APPLICATION FORMATS

We are committed to making the application process accessible. If you would like to discuss suggestions for alternative formats, or have any questions about the recruitment process in general, please contact us at apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk 

Take a look at our access page for more information, which you’ll find by clicking. You can also watch our YouTube video, . 

RELOCATION

If you need to relocate in order to take up this opportunity, we can offer you support towards the financial costs of moving. This includes a contribution towards your deposit and first months’ rent, plus visits to your new city to look for accommodation.

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