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External Affairs Assistant - Industrial Placement Program

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Takeda

10d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Customer Relations
    Government & Politics
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergraduate seeking a 12-month placement, enthusiastic, integrity-driven, a team player, with strong communication skills, detail-oriented, and computer literate.
  • You will assist in stakeholder engagement, develop communication materials, implement internal campaigns, and provide media and policy support within the External Affairs team.

Requirements

  • You are currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree and are looking to complete a 12-month placement, returning to your course at the end of the placement. Our roles would suit a candidate who is currently enrolled in a scientific, humanity or social sciences degree (e.g., policy, economics, international relations, English literature, languages, or digital communications), who thrives on working in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working as a team player and who is interested in developing a career in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Enthusiastic, committed, and conscientious
  • Operates with a high level of integrity, transparency, and accountability
  • Comprehends and aligns with our organization’s core values
  • Good interpersonal skills, with effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Approachable and a strong team player
  • Proactive, with a willingness to learn and improve their performance through feedback
  • Well-organized with good attention to detail
  • Can effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks
  • Computer literate

Responsibilities

  • Join our dynamic External Affairs department which will ensure you gain experience and insight into a broad range of communication and public affairs disciplines and projects.
  • You will be given opportunities to be part of key specialist or project teams, as well as the opportunity to lead and deliver on your own initiatives.
  • Assist the External Affairs team in engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and audiences from politicians and government officials to patient organisations and the media, through to our UK and Ireland employees.
  • You will be involved in the development of creative and impactful communication material as well as devising and implementing internal communications campaigns.
  • Support the team in providing media reporting, political and policy counsel across the business.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Industrial Placement program?

The duration of the Industrial Placement program is 12 months, starting in July 2025.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is based in the UK Head Offices in Central London, Paddington.

What team will I be a part of during the placement?

You will be part of the External Affairs team.

Who can apply for this position?

Candidates currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree looking to complete a 12-month industrial placement are eligible to apply.

What type of degrees are preferred for this role?

The role is suited for candidates enrolled in scientific, humanity, or social sciences degrees, such as policy, economics, international relations, English literature, languages, or digital communications.

Is prior experience necessary for applying?

No prior experience is necessary, but candidates should demonstrate enthusiasm, commitment, and a willingness to learn.

What skills are required for this position?

Required skills include good interpersonal skills, effective verbal and written communication, organization, attention to detail, and computer literacy.

Is there a specific application format?

Yes, applicants must submit a CV and cover letter in a single document with their application.

What recruitment stages should candidates expect?

Candidates may go through CV & cover letter screening, online aptitude testing, video interviews, online personality questionnaires, and assessment centers.

When will the assessment centers be held?

Assessment centers will be held in early February 2025.

What support will I receive during the placement?

You will receive full training on all aspects of the placement.

How does Takeda promote diversity and inclusion?

Takeda promotes diversity and inclusion by being an equal opportunity employer and welcoming candidates of any gender, age, religious belief, race, ethnic origin, or disability.

What is the company's commitment to its employees?

Takeda is committed to empowering its employees to realize their potential through life-changing work and supporting their development.

What opportunities exist within the External Affairs team?

Opportunities include joining project teams, leading initiatives, engaging with stakeholders, and developing communication materials.

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Takeda

Better Health, Brighter Future

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We strive to transform lives. While the science we advance is constantly evolving, our core purpose is enduring. For more than two centuries, our values have guided us to do what’s right for patients and for society. We know that changing lives requires us to do things differently. We start by listening to and addressing what really matters to patients, the people who love them, and those in the healthcare system who provide care. And that’s what inspires us all to be bold, push boundaries and set new standards that open up greater opportunities.