Industrial Placement - Sales & Marketing

Our Industrial Placement Programme:

As part of Bentley’s annual Early Careers intake, you’ll join a community of around 93 trainees including Industrial Placements, Graduates, and Apprentices.

During your placement, you’ll be based at our Bentley Campus "Dream Factory". Alongside hands-on work experience, you’ll also benefit from:

• CSR and outreach activities
• Opportunities to participate in charity events, community projects, and social committees
• Masterclasses, development workshops, and social events
• Inclusivity networks and peer support groups
• Placements and rotations across different areas of the business that interest you

About the role:

As an Industrial Placement Student at Bentley, you will play a key part in Bentley’s journey to extraordinary vehicles for our customers.

Based out of our state-of-the-art headquarters in Crewe, you will:

• Develop knowledge and understanding of marketing to a High Net Worth customer sector,
• Manage marketing and brand projects,
• Improve your communication and other skills by working with such a dynamic team,
• Gain invaluable experience delivering critical projects, bringing your own ideas to life, whilst working with and alongside industry leading professionals.

Your main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting with the planning, logistics and delivery of Bentley’s online and in-person events and experiences,
• Assisting with event standards and best practices across the business,
• Helping manage budgets, procurement, and supplier relationships,
• Acting as a brand ambassador during customer interactions,
• Working with key members of the business to review and drive the delivery of existing brand or marketing projects.

About the Department:

Be part of the team that brings the Bentley brand to life for our customers. You will learn how to deliver world class experiences and events, both in-person and online, and be part of the delivery and execution of our global marketing strategy.

You will gain invaluable experience working in a dynamic team where we are responsible for showcasing our brand to a wide audience, from enthusiasts through to Bentley owners.

Sales and Marketing makes certain that the Bentley brand and our values are delivered consistently through our communications, events, retailers, products and services.

What we are looking for:

The successful candidates will be on track to achieve a 2:1 in the following degrees: Business Management, Sales, Finance, Marketing, PR & Communications or Event Management.

Skills required for the role:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Well organised with the ability to multi-task and prioritise
• Self-confidence to work with senior colleagues and third party agencies and partners
• Self-motivated and proactive
• InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Canva experience would be beneficial

Right To Work:

To be eligible for an Early Careers programme you must have a legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the placement or graduate scheme. We welcome students who have Settled Status, a Tier 4 Visa, or a Graduate Visa. We are unable to offer sponsorship for our Early Careers positions. 

What we offer:

As an Industrial Placement you will have access to the following benefits:

• A starting salary of £25,500
• Support from our Early Careers team and 121 manager mentorship
• 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits
• Learning and development opportunities

The application process:

• Submit your application, including your CV and Cover letter,
• Applications will be screened by our HR team and the Hiring Manager,
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our recruitment team and invited to attend an online Assessment between 9th – 27th November
• Candidates successful at assessment stage will receive an offer shortly afterwards.
• All applicants will be kept informed throughout the recruitment process

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Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered.

We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity and we positively celebrate the differences between people.

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