PR & Communications apprentice

As an Apprentice at Chatsworth, you’ll be part of a fast-moving PR agency where you'll learn how to deliver great communications for our clients—all while working towards a Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship (equivalent to a foundation degree).

You’ll spend four days a week working alongside our team, with one day set aside for your studies.

On the job, you'll gain hands-on experience with the tools and techniques we use to shape how our clients are seen in the media. You’ll get to know the UK and international fintech world and work with a wide mix of clients—from exciting start-ups to major global players. You’ll also learn the ins and outs of how an agency runs and how to use our systems and tools effectively.

This role is perfect for someone who’s ready to jump in, learn fast, and grow their career in communications. If you’re curious, enthusiastic, and ready to get stuck in from day one, you’ll fit right in. It’s a busy environment, but we’ll support you every step of the way.

Some of the things you’ll be doing:

Getting to know the fintech industry through research, reading, and Q&As Learning about your clients—their businesses, goals, and competitors Understanding how PR works and what makes the Chatsworth approach unique Keeping up with the media - knowing the key journalists and outlets that matter to our clients Monitoring media coverage and pulling together reports for clients Keeping client media contact lists up to date Helping pitch stories to journalists by phone and email Practicing different types of PR writing - like press releases, articles, and comments Supporting award submissions and tracking deadlines in the awards calendar Creating LinkedIn posts (including visuals using Canva) Keeping your Account Manager updated on your progress Tracking time and learning how we manage client work Researching new clients, markets, or opportunities to help grow the business Writing for our blog and contributing to our social channels Learning how the agency runs, how each team member plays a role, and how we work together to grow and succeed

You’ll learn a lot, fast—but we’ll be there to guide and support you as you go.

Training Outcome:
The potential career path of a successful applicant will form part of discussions during the apprenticeship Future employment opportunities within Chatsworth will be available upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Typical job titles include:

Junior Account Executive PR Assistant Communications assistant Internal communications assistant Junior press officer

Employer Description:
Chatsworth is a boutique PR and communications agency that specialises in fintech—the exciting space where financial services meet technology. We’ve been in the game since 2004 and were the first agency to focus purely on this fast-evolving sector. With over 20 years of experience under our belt, we’ve helped shape the communications of some of the most innovative names in fintech. We’re a close-knit, independent team of 15 based in London—and we’ve got big plans for the future. That includes opening up opportunities for school leavers through our apprenticeship programme. If you're looking to kickstart your PR career, fintech is a brilliant place to begin. We’ve spent years developing in-house training to help people who are brand new to PR and fintech learn the ropes quickly and confidently. You’ll also receive structured training from the PRCA to support your professional development. As an apprentice, you’ll get the chance to work with a wide range of global clients—including Robinhood (a major US trading platform), Digital Asset (leaders in digital finance), MillTechFX (foreign exchange specialists), and Euroclear (a key market infrastructure provider), along with exciting new startups entering the fintech space. Our clients are based across the UK, Europe, the US, and beyond. At Chatsworth, we believe in working hard and having fun along the way. We’ve created a supportive, collaborative culture where everyone is encouraged to grow and thrive. We also value work-life balance and make sure our team feels looked after every step of the way. We’d love for you to be part of our journey.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Exceptional writing skills,Interest in current affairs,Positive attitude,Willingness to take on tasks,Ability to prioritise tasks