Job Description

Corporate Communications - Industrial Placements 12 Months
Paddington, London UK
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative new medicines for people living with serious diseases can lead better lives. Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, MA, Vertex today has research and development sites and commercial offices around the world in the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.
Vertex is looking for enthusiastic, curious and dedicated students to join our Corporate Communications team for a one year industrial placement. This based position is located at our International HQ based at Paddington, London. Applicants should be undertaking a relevant degree qualification and ideally have a strong interest in Communications, healthcare and how it relates to business and the Biotech/Pharmaceutical industry.
Main Duties & Objectives
This position will largely be supporting the internal communications team with executing our planned employee engagement events and activities in 2026/27. Day to day activities include writing and management of the international intranet hub, video script development, media analysis and research and project management, as well as support with event logistics preparation and administrative responsibilities. You will have the opportunity to connect with Senior Business Leaders, work closely with members of the communications team in Boston and be an integral part of a young, dynamic International team.
Minimum Requirements

• Candidates for this Placement must be Currently studying English, Journalism, Communications or Public Relations or other relevant scientific related university qualifications
• Candidates must be studying a university qualification which incorporates an Industrial Placement as a formal, accredited part of their studies

In addition all candidates must have:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in data analysis and reporting, extracting actionable insights to drive continuous improvement
• Have a strong interest in healthcare and the media
• Excellent team working and collaborative skills

Role Duration
September 2026 to August 2027
Our Ways of Working:
Flex @ Vertex details
Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status:
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com

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