Support the team in analysing agency performance data and creating dashboards in tools like Excel and Salesforce
Help coordinate and deliver training content to external agency partners using Virgin Atlantic’s brand voice
Shadow account managers on sales calls and agency visits, gaining insight into client engagement and commercial strategy
Track training engagement, support feedback collection, and help identify areas for improvement
Maintain CRM updates and assist with tagging and tracking key opportunities
Work alongside Sales Analysts on reporting, insights, and simple forecasting projects
Assist with account onboarding and offboarding processes in partnership with internal teams
Training:
The course runs for 24 months at our Crawley, West Sussex, VHQ
After that, it’ll be time to put all your training into practice. The sky really is the limit
Training Outcome:You’ll complete the programme with more than just a sense of achievement. Over the course of the apprenticeship, you’ll gain real-world experience working within our UK Sales team, supporting our agency relationships and driving commercial insights that help shape Virgin Atlantic’s growth. You’ll develop hands-on skills in tools like Salesforce and Excel, grow your confidence in data storytelling, and learn how to translate insight into action across sales, marketing, and partner channels.
By the end of the programme, you’ll have earned a recognised qualification, contributed to live sales strategies, and built the commercial awareness and communication skills to take the next step in your career—whether that’s in sales, marketing, analytics or wider commercial roles at Virgin Atlantic or beyond.
In return for your curiosity and commitment, we’ll support you every step of the way. You’ll learn from experts, build relationships across the business, and finish the programme ready to make an impact in the world of sales and strategy within the travel industry.Employer Description:Virgin Atlantic took off in 1984 when Richard Branson set out to shake up the aviation industry—and we’ve been doing things differently ever since. What began with a single 747, one route, and a small but mighty team has grown into an international airline with a global network and thousands of passionate people behind it. But our story has never just been about planes—it’s about people. From the very beginning, we’ve believed that travel should feel exciting, personal, and filled with possibility. That belief still drives us today as we work towards our mission: to become the most loved travel company. Whether we’re designing innovative customer experiences, pushing boundaries in sustainability, or building inclusive teams that reflect the world we serve, we’re united by a shared spirit of adventure, heart, and humanity. Because at Virgin Atlantic, we don’t just fly people from A to B—we help them take off in every sense. We’re not just your average airline. When it comes to our people, they’re a passionate lot, united in creating something different. It’s always been like this. It’s in our DNA, and it was ignited within us from the moment we started flying.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, between 9.00am - 5.30pm but a degree of flexibility will be required.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Own and manage a variety of regular reports for internal and external use, using Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI
Develop new reporting tools and enhance existing dashboards to surface actionable insights
Apply visualisation best practices to highlight network performance and profitability
Collaborate with Network & Alliances colleagues to understand reporting needs and priorities
Work hand-in-hand with the Data & AI team to access the right data in the right format
Communicate trends and insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders across the business
Help ensure consistent use of data across teams by aligning on definitions and methodologies
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the reporting process
Training:Data Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
The course runs for 24 months at our Crawley, West Sussex, VHQ
After that, it’ll be time to put all your training into practice. The sky really is the limit
Training Outcome:
By the end of the programme, you won’t just have completed an apprenticeship - you’ll have built a strong foundation in network performance analysis, data storytelling, and business insight that directly supports Virgin Atlantic’s commercial decisions
With hands-on experience in tools like Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint, and a deep understanding of how we assess and grow our global network, you’ll be well-placed for a number of exciting next steps. These might include roles such as:
Junior Analyst within Network & Alliances, Revenue Management or Commercial Strategy
Reporting Analyst in the central Data & AI team
Insight or Business Analyst roles across teams like Sales, Holidays, or Cargo
We’ll support you in exploring permanent opportunities within the business as your apprenticeship draws to a close—and help you take that next step confidently with real-world skills, commercial understanding, and internal relationships already in place.Employer Description:Virgin Atlantic took off in 1984 when Richard Branson set out to shake up the aviation industry—and we’ve been doing things differently ever since. What began with a single 747, one route, and a small but mighty team has grown into an international airline with a global network and thousands of passionate people behind it. But our story has never just been about planes—it’s about people. From the very beginning, we’ve believed that travel should feel exciting, personal, and filled with possibility. That belief still drives us today as we work towards our mission: to become the most loved travel company. Whether we’re designing innovative customer experiences, pushing boundaries in sustainability, or building inclusive teams that reflect the world we serve, we’re united by a shared spirit of adventure, heart, and humanity. Because at Virgin Atlantic, we don’t just fly people from A to B—we help them take off in every sense. We’re not just your average airline. When it comes to our people, they’re a passionate lot, united in creating something different. It’s always been like this. It’s in our DNA, and it was ignited within us from the moment we started flying.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm but a degree of flexibility will be required.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Generalist HR - London
Gain an understanding of the administration required during the employee life cycle by supporting with new joiner, employee and leaver tasks.
Assisting with the coordination of all pre-employment checks, including pre-employment medicals, referencing and background verification, working alongside our screening provider.
Assisting with right-to-work checks.
Chasing outstanding paperwork.
Assisting with weekly new joiner inductions – preparation of schedules, liaising with presenters for the inductions and presenting to new joiners.
Scheduling 'new joiner catch-ups' with new joiners to the firm.
Scheduling 'exit interviews' with leavers from the firm.
Updating and maintaining the HR work-in-progress documents.
Assist with end-of-probation letters.
Assist with joiner, leaver and probation administration.
Schedule meetings for the team, including booking meeting rooms.
Arrange couriers for equipment collection, as necessary.
Gain an understanding of all HR systems.
Reward and Benefits
Filing of new joiner payroll forms into the relevant payroll folder.
Sending out P45s to leavers.
Co-ordination of payments and notification of Long Service Awards.
Responding to requests for bank details from the Business Acceptance team.
Arranging baby gifts for new parents.
Coordination of bookings for benefits sessions (pension 1:1, pilates workshop, CPR training).
Timely processing of benefits-related invoices to the Onventis portal for approval.
Assist with organising internal and external meetings, including booking rooms.
Early Careers
Support with the screening and file management of applications on the Firm’s application tracking system.
Organise and facilitate the firm’s assessment days and events.
Prepare communications and key documents to be sent to candidates and future trainees.
Update legal publications profiles, organising trainee articles and liaising with marketing for submissions.
Create engaging content for social media, organising events (Instagram live, Q&A) and drive the social media strategy to increase followers.
Talent Acquisition
Assist with booking interviews, including booking meeting rooms.
Assist with responding to candidate queries.
Assist with advertising roles across a number of different platforms and social media.
Assist the team with TA administration, ensuring that the Firm’s document management system is up to date and maintained.
Assist with tracking and logging invoices.
General
Assisting with the production of confidential documents and sensitive information for members of the HR team, managers and partners, ensuring all details are proofread before circulation.
Respond to general HR queries and direct to the relevant HR team if unable to assist directly.
Maintain electronic staff files, ensuring compliance with GDPR.
Diary management for the HR team.
Scanning and photocopying as required.
Project work within the scope of the post-holder's abilities.
Set up and maintain files in an efficient manner, ensuring that they are appropriately named, categorised, up to date, in chronological order and tidy.
Organise any travel arrangements as appropriate.
Training Outcome:Over your apprenticeship you’ll gain the skills, confidence and experience you need to apply for a permanent position at Bird & Bird or elsewhere. You may choose to continue your career within a core HR role or focus on a specialist area such as Reward & Benefits, Early Careers or Talent Acquisition.Employer Description:Bird & Bird is an international law firm with offices across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. We’re one firm internationally, which is something our clients value because it brings consistency, collaboration, and clarity. Our vision is to be the number one law firm in the world for organisations being changed by the digital world or those leading that change. From commercial to intellectual property, and dispute resolution to financial regulation, we’re a full-service law firm with a stellar, global reputation for providing sophisticated, pragmatic advice to companies which are carving the world's digital future. We’re interested in the world, current issues, and emerging trends. We’re an outward looking, sector-focused firm, specialising in Automotive, Aviation & Aerospace, Defence & Security, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Media, Entertainment & Sport, Retail & Consumer, and Technology & Communications.Working Hours :Monday to Friday.
Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Pursuing a career in HR,Knowledge of Microsoft 365,Written communication skills,Fast-paced environment,Punctuality,Positive and proactive....Read more...
What you'll do:
The successful candidate will spend time with the MBD team to support and develop effective marketing initiatives.
Digital Marketing and Brand:
Assist the digital team with website management and developing or supporting microsites and interactive client comms, designing and updating client alerts and newsletters and supporting the production of videos, podcasts and apps.
Supporting the social media team implementing our social media strategy and channels.
Assisting the brand management team with managing our brand assets, creating internal and external materials and assisting with Bird & Bird merchandise.
Marketing communications:
Awards and comms – supporting the PR and comms team with all day-to-day activities including media monitoring and coverage, press coverage and analysis, maintaining media lists and supporting press interviews and events.
Internal comms – supporting internal comms strategies and assisting the team with creating content, management of the firm’s internal comms channels, video and event delivery and engagement measurement.
Awards and Directories – supporting the team with award submissions, co-ordinating content and events, supporting with directory submissions and analysis of directory rankings.
Events:
Supporting the events team in the delivery of the London events programme, including client seminars and training, conferences, dinners, parties and retreats.
Supporting the London office events, including social events, management events and day-to-day London business development and marketing initiatives.
Maintaining the events platforms and reporting processes.
Supporting follow-up and CRM-related actions.
Managing event collateral, merchandise and branding.
Business development and CRM:
Supporting the Business Development team with marketing activities, including updating marketing materials and digital content, events, intranet updates and credentials capture.
Assisting the CRM team with data management and maintenance, targeting and list development, mailing list support and data analysis.
Maintaining all MBD infrastructure and systems and tech platforms.
General MBD support:
Supporting different MBD team members depending on the team’s most urgent strategic initiatives and priorities.
Discrete projects that require additional support to fulfil the team’s highest priorities.
Providing administrative support to the team by maintaining MBD infrastructure including tech platforms, the MBD intranet and team meetings and events.
Training:Estio apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry-experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, we’ve purposefully built our programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills we create can be directly applied in the workplace.
Throughout the apprenticeship, learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their work experience.
Successful completion of this apprenticeship gives you an accredited Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer and Certified Digital Marketing Professional by DMI, with training in how to:
Master the art of crafting compelling content tailored for diverse audiences and a variety of marketing channels, ensuring sensitivity and effectiveness in communication.
Analyse and integrate information from the multichannel marketing landscape to inform and optimise both short-term tactics and long-term strategies.
Implement secure, innovative solutions using a broad spectrum of digital tools and platforms, ensuring seamless user experiences while achieving marketing objectives.
Conduct comprehensive reviews and analyses of multichannel marketing activities, measuring success and providing actionable recommendations for enhancement.
Create and interpret insightful analytical dashboards utilising advanced digital tools, facilitating data-driven decision-making.
Strategically plan, execute, and manage comprehensive marketing campaigns across an array of digital and traditional media platforms.
Develop, understand, and apply marketing briefs and plans to ensure alignment with business objectives and brand consistency.
Training Outcome:Over your apprenticeship you’ll gain the skills, confidence and experience you need to apply for a permanent position at Bird & Bird or elsewhere. You may choose to continue your career within a core Marketing role or focus on a specialist area such as Business Development, Digital Marketing, Events, PR & Comms etc.Employer Description:Bird & Bird is an international law firm with offices across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. We’re one firm internationally, which is something our clients value because it brings consistency, collaboration, and clarity. Our vision is to be the number one law firm in the world for organisations being changed by the digital world or those leading that change. From commercial to intellectual property, and dispute resolution to financial regulation, we’re a full-service law firm with a stellar, global reputation for providing sophisticated, pragmatic advice to companies which are carving the world's digital future. We’re interested in the world, current issues, and emerging trends. We’re an outward looking, sector-focused firm, specialising in Automotive, Aviation & Aerospace, Defence & Security, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Media, Entertainment & Sport, Retail & Consumer, and Technology & Communications.Working Hours :Monday to Friday.
Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Pursuing a career in Marketing,Knowledge of Microsoft 365,Passion and commitment,Written communication skills,Fast-paced environment,Punctuality,Positive and proactive....Read more...
