Job Title: Marketing Apprentice
Location: Coventry, UK
Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri).
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent and onsite
Salary: £18,000 - £22,000 apprenticeship salary + full employee benefits

About the role

Start your marketing career in a business where your work has real impact.

NP Aerospace is offering an exciting opportunity for a Marketing Apprentice to join our Business Development and Corporate teams. This role is ideal for someone creative, organised, and eager to learn — combining hands-on marketing experience with a recognised qualification.

You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of marketing activities, from events and product launches to digital communications and sales support, while developing the practical skills needed for a long-term career in marketing.

What you’ll get in return

At NP Aerospace, we know our success comes from our people. That’s why we invest in benefits that support your health, reward your hard work, and help you grow your career:

Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
Flex your day – flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)
Time to recharge – 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme
Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions
Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

Why an apprenticeship at NP Aerospace?

An apprenticeship at NP Aerospace isn’t about making the tea or watching from the sidelines — it’s about doing real work that matters.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in a global defence business, working on live projects that support product launches, events, sales campaigns, and digital communications. From day one, you’ll be trusted with responsibility, supported by experienced professionals, and encouraged to build practical skills alongside your formal qualification.

This is a chance to learn how marketing works in a fast-paced, technical environment — developing commercial awareness, creative confidence, and professional skills that will set you up for a long-term career. If you’re motivated, curious, and want to grow with a business that invests in its people, this apprenticeship gives you a strong platform to do exactly that.

What you’ll be doing

As part of the Business Development and Corporate teams, you’ll support a wide range of marketing and communications activities across the business.

You’ll help organise and support events, trade shows, customer visits, and product demonstrations — including preparing demo kits and managing shipments. You’ll work closely with Business Development teams to support product launches, sales campaigns, and promotional activity.

Your role will include managing branded content such as brochures, presentations, posters, and sales materials, as well as supporting external communications including social media posts, press releases, and articles. You’ll also assist with digital activity, helping to update the company website, support email marketing campaigns, and contribute to video and content creation.

You’ll support customer data management by updating mailing lists and CRM systems, assisting with quotes, and contributing to reporting and data projects. Alongside this, you’ll act as a key onsite contact for branded materials and display areas, while supporting admin tasks, budget tracking, and internal coordination with teams across R&D, manufacturing, finance, sales, and bids.

What we’re looking for

Strong interest in marketing, communications, and sales
Creative mindset with attention to detail and an eye for design
Excellent written communication skills for different audiences
Confident communicator, comfortable working with others and independently
Good digital awareness, including social media and web-based tools
Ability to analyse information and spot trends
Organised, proactive, and keen to learn in a fast-paced environment

Education & experience

Essential: GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths, and ICT (Grade 4/C or above preferred)
Desirable: A-Level, BTEC, or equivalent qualification
No previous marketing experience is required, however enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to learn are key.

What do we do at NP Aerospace?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.

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