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Events and Marketing Apprentice

The Business Growth Network LTD · Birmingham · posted 8 July 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Multi-channel marketer (level 3)
Starts
10 August 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026
Positions
2

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Marketing & Communications

  • Create and schedule social media content across multiple platforms
  • Assist with marketing campaigns promoting events, memberships and exhibitions
  • Design welcome packs and member information materials
  • Update website content, event listings and membership information
  • Support the creation of promotional materials and marketing assets

Events & Exhibitions

  • Assist with the planning and organisation of networking events, conferences and exhibitions
  • Attend events when required to support event delivery and member engagement
  • Support major events and exhibitions with administration, logistics and exhibitor communications
  • Work with event partners to ensure they are fully prepared ahead of events
  • Assist with venue and supplier coordination where required

Membership & Customer Support

  • Email event attendees to confirm bookings and provide event information
  • Follow up with prospective and existing members regarding membership opportunities and welcome packs over the telephone
  • Handle incoming enquiries by email and telephone
  • Build positive relationships with members, visitors and event partners
  • Support membership retention and growth activities

Administration & Systems

  • Maintain and update internal systems and databases
  • Produce reports and updates for the Operations Manager
  • Ensure customer records and event information remain accurate and up to date
  • Assist with general office administration and operational support

Your training

SCCU delivers 121 face-to-face training and support via Teams, with access to our one-file e-portfolio site. The exact schedule will be decided with the learner, employer, and tutor. Both the learner and employer will be fully guided and supported by SCCU. 

Where it leads

  • Practical experience in marketing, events and business operations
  • Exposure to major business exhibitions, conferences and networking events
  • Experience working with business owners, professionals and event partners
  • Ongoing training and support from an experienced team
  • Hybrid working flexibility
  • Opportunity to earn performance-related bonuses linked to membership growth

About The Business Growth Network LTD

About The Business Growth Network

The Business Growth Network is one of the UK's leading business networking and events organisations, connecting professionals, entrepreneurs and business leaders through networking events, conferences, exhibitions and business growth initiatives.

We work with businesses of all sizes to help them build valuable relationships, increase their visibility across the UK.

As an Events & Marketing Apprentice, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery and promotion of our events while gaining hands-on experience across marketing, administration, customer engagement and event management.

and

access opportunities that support growth. Our portfolio includes regular networking events, membership programmes, business exhibitions and large-scale conferences held

The Role

This is a varied and exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in events and marketing support. You will work closely with the Operations Manager and wider team to help ensure our events, membership programme and marketing activities run smoothly.

You will gain practical experience across multiple areas of the business, including event planning, marketing campaigns, member communications and customer service.

Things to consider

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual who:

  • Has excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Is confident speaking with people on the telephone and by email
  • Generating event attendance and membership enquiries through proactive outbound telephone engagement with businesses
  • Has good organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Is comfortable using social media and digital platforms
  • Enjoys working as part of a team
  • Is willing to learn and take on new responsibilities
  • Has a positive, professional and proactive attitude

This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to gain real-world experience within a growing national business network while developing valuable skills that will support a long-term career in events, marketing and business operations.

Due to the nature of this role, with occasional events being held on licenced premises, applicants should be aged 18 or nearly 18 and over, and also be comfortable working within a licenced environment.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4 or above) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Nat West Accelerator Hub, 2 St Philips Place, Birmingham, B3 2RB

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