Intern Weybridge, England
Job description
About us
The difference between good companies and great companies is their ability to execute strategy and deliver on their key initiatives. The pace of change for our clients has never been greater and Skarbek helps them to stay ahead of the game. Skarbek is an international strategy implementation and advisory firm, with a track record in value creation. We help clients to grow and compete successfully and sustainably by seeing and seizing strategic initiatives.
Whether it’s planning and managing a complex cross-functional project, new product development and launch, business transformation, or growth from innovation, we help you to simplify the complex to build a plan to deliver your objectives with clarity and confidence.
Skarbek primarily works in strategy implementation in the life sciences and FMCG sectors, though we handle other sectors as well. We look at problems from first principles and therefore we do not deliver templated solutions. Our deliverables are not slides, but strategy turned into outcomes.
Our name and inspiration comes from Krystyna Skarbek, the Second World War secret agent, known for her unwavering commitment, creative resourcefulness and appetite to take on and succeed in even the most difficult missions.
Not everyone gets the opportunity to work alongside an eclectic mix of exceptional consultants with a rich leadership background in their fields of expertise who are working within Skarbek Associates helping leading organisations across a range of sectors including Pharmaceuticals & Consumer Healthcare, FMCG, Luxury & Beauty, Legal and Finance (many of whom are well-known household names).
We are looking for equally exceptional work placement students to support our effort in client assignment delivery. On this journey you will have a rare opportunity to learn from our seasoned experts, gain new insights into the world of strategy execution, project and portfolio management and learn about the use of technology to deliver best solutions to our clients. This is a unique and exciting opportunity.
The successful student will be working at the heart of this exciting, disruptive, fast-paced consultancy, be involved in many aspects of our business including strategy, marketing, new service development, business development, back-office operations, and creative problem solving for our clients. One of our students found themselves with the corporate executive team of an energy major on day 2 with us.
We are committed to developing young talent, with the possibility of progressing to be a junior consultant or project manager within Skarbek or with your enhanced skills to use as a springboard to a successful career elsewhere.
We’re looking for someone who’s smart, conscientious, ambitious, motivated to learn and excel at everything they do. You will have an entrepreneurial spirit, a ‘can do’ attitude with both the ability and strong drive to deliver.
This role is designed to support Skarbek Associates Management Team with a range of activities looking to build the value of our services and delivery to clients, as well as organisational capability to boost effectiveness in project delivery.
The role will support Skarbek delivery to clients in different ways and using a variety of technology tools, gather, analyse and interpret data, assist in writing reports and presentations using best practice, support planning activities, help prepare for various workshops and events and enable effective assignment delivery. The role may entail some international travel if required.
Core Responsibilities
1. Lead analytical research projects supporting the MT through a range of research projects supporting delivery client assignments. This involves leading searches via a variety of mediums, conducting thorough analysis, and producing clear and simple reports.
2. Assist the MT in corporate product development for client deployment. This may involve training materials, pitch decks, client engagement documentation, development of new documentation & tools, etc.
3. Assist Marketing Manager with design and execution of external-facing marketing/PR materials and events – This may involve design and execution of podcasts, webinars, external conferences, etc.
4. Lead competitor analysis and benchmarking reporting – lead fact finding efforts to enable internal choices (e.g. insight into other marketing platforms, or research into editorial / social media platforms for content, etc).
5. Support Digital Program Manager in design and execution of internal and external digital engagements & tools – Support events & tools design, training, delivery as needed.
6. Support Business Development activities in developing briefs for leads (BD call preparation).
7. Support content development of Skarbek newsletters and other such materialsas required.
Desired Skills / Attributes
· Gained or studying Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in International Business, Marketing, Business Administration, Project & Portfolio Management, Finance or Economics
· Keen interest in Project and Portfolio Management
· Distinctive and proven analytical ability and excellent organizational skills
· Capability to work self independently and proactively
· Conceptual and critical thinking ability
· Ability to present complex concepts in a simple and visual way
· Conscientious, with high level of personal accountability focused on delivering results
· Attention to detail, “right first time” attitude
· Ability to adapt quickly to changing needs
· Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills
· Highly digitally literate – excellent level of skill in using Microsoft 365 and digital collaboration tools
· Familiarity with process mapping and collaborative working tools (e.g. Mural) an advantage
· Fluent English (written and spoken), ability to speak other languages an advantage
This role comes with a number of benefits:
· Competitive remuneration
· Generous holiday allowance
· Hybrid working arrangements
· Ample opportunity to learn from people who are passionate and seasoned in their own areas of expertise
· Develop management skills, gain highly relevant experience to further career building either within Skarbek or elsewhere
· Our commitment and interest in developing young talent
· Opportunity to gain exposure to other companies (our clients) and ways of working
· Opportunity to widen your own network of contacts
Job Types: Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Graduate, Internship
Contract length: 12 months
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Weybridge, KT13 0NY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Weybridge, KT13 0NY
Expected start date: 01/06/2023
