Marketing Manager (Oncology) Apprenticeship - Pfizer

This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world’s innovative pharmaceutical companies. Pfizer is looking to recruit a Marketing Manager to help support the UK oncology business unit. Qualification Requirements • 5 GCSEs at grades C/4 or above (or equivalent) including mathematics and English. • You must have gained a minimum of 80 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A Level subjects or equivalent • Other marketing or relevant business management qualifications is preferred. Salary - £20,500 per annum Benefits Holiday Allowance - 25.5 Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays Pension - Employee 5%, Employer 3% Flexible Working Hours Casual Dress Discount Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Onsite Canteen Onsite Parking Employee Recognition/Awards Location - Pfizer Ltd, Walton Oaks, Dorking Road, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 7NS Working Hours Monday to Thursday, 9am – 5.25pm. Fridays, 9am – 4.05pm 12pm - 12.45pm lunch break Duration - 30 months Start Date - 1st September 2026 Interview Date - The Assessment Centre for this position will be on the week commencing March 23rd 2026 Closing Date for Applications - 27th February 2026 To Apply To apply, please click the Apply Now button and complete the form. If you are having difficulty in completing this, please contact recruitment on recruitment@cogentskills.com for assistance Next Steps Successful candidates will be progressed to a one way video interview, invites will be sent via email. The video interview will be reviewed by the Hiring Manager Job Description The Oncology business unit in Pfizer is dedicated to developing innovative cancer medicines and Biosimilars with the aim of improving outcomes for patients spanning a number of tumor types for example, Breast, Lung, Urological and Haematological cancers, with a vision of becoming Leaders in the field of management within each individual area. The UK marketing team are an essential part of the UK oncology business unit, developing brand strategy and marketing programmes through close collaboration with our medical and sales colleagues to market our medicines and improve patient outcomes. What can I achieve and what will I be responsible for whilst completing an apprenticeship at Pfizer? Working in the marketing team will provide you with an opportunity to combine commercial and scientific skills to enhance our brand success by improving patient outcomes. The roles on offer will be located within a specific cancer type. If successful you will be allocated to a tumor area and integrated within highly experienced team, having an opportunity to work on delivering brand strategy, learning about effective project management, Omnichannel and digital marketing strategy and we will ensure you are given the chance to lead and own key projects, which will provide invaluable strategic, digital and project management skills. Job Responsibilities You will gain experience in: The delivery of brand plans Managing materials in our Global Content Management system (GCMA) Supporting marketing and the Omnichannel team in the development and delivery of defined activities and developments of our digital journey Input into designing of materials for healthcare professionals and patients Gathering insights on the market environment for our medicines portfolio Comprehension of the ABPI code and promoting compliance improvement within the Oncology BU Cross business unit projects to contribute towards Pfizer’s Corporate Responsibility and obtain a better understanding of the pharma industry and the type of roles it has to offer. The role means you will build relationships across a wide range of internal colleagues from sales and marketing, through to medical affairs and training, as well as developing relationships with our Global marketing colleagues. Whether you have a medical/scientific or business background, the placement will enhance your leadership skills, education and provide a deep comprehension of the industry alongside the science of drug development and commercialization. Pfizer also offers a diverse environment which allows employees numerous opportunities to grow and develop within a strong and accommodating culture. This is a great chance to be part of the shaping the bigger picture, and to assist in ensuring Pfizer maintains a diverse workforce as well as developing a talent pipeline of future Pfizer colleagues. Candidate Requirements Skills Understanding of simple marketing principles (e.g. 4 Ps; Product, Price, Promotion, Place, Boston Matrix). Basic understanding and appreciation of pharmaceutical marketing with interest in rare disease medicines. Ability to work independently and as part of a team High level of attention to detail. Good presentation skills. Present complex information in an understandable and stimulating way, whether through verbal presentation or written copy Interest in AI applications in marketing, for example, using Copilot, ChatGPT, or generative tools for content creation Awareness of ethical considerations in AI and data use. Personal Qualities Hard-working Ability to solve problems, interact with others and manage a varied workload Is self-motivated to achieve high quality results within defined timeframes Attention to detail Can use own judgment to make decisions on complex, non-routine issues within and outside of scope of responsibilities Training To Be Delivered Qualification to be delivered: Level 6 Marketing Manager Apprenticeship Standard: Marketing Manager Training Provider: Cambridge Marketing College Delivery model: Training for this role will be completed online Future Prospects Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be eligible to apply for other positions within the business. Things To Be Considered The apprentice must be able to demonstrate the required attitudes, behaviours and interpersonal skills associated with the professional workplace. The apprentice must be willing to commit an amount of personal time to study. Please ensure you check out travel options to be able to commute to the workplace. About Pfizer You’re the future. Your ambition, talents, ideas and unique way of looking at the world will help us drive innovation in every part of our business. At Pfizer, we apply science and our global resources to bring therapies to people that extend and significantly improve their lives. We strive to set the standard for quality, safety and value in the discovery, development and manufacture of health care products, including innovative medicines and vaccines. Every day, Pfizer colleagues work across developed and emerging markets to advance wellness, prevention, treatments and cures that challenge the most feared diseases of our time. We need people with a hugely diverse range of talents. Love Science? Want to work on the business side? Get stuck into an apprenticeship to launch your career. Pfizer’s apprenticeship scheme, run in partnership with Cogent Skills, offers the best of both worlds. You’ll work with world-leaders in your field, from researchers to business gurus. You’ll study towards a nationally recognised academic or professional qualification. And all the time, you’ll be earning a highly competitive salary. Looking for an alternative to college or university, where you can earn while you learn, and build experience with a global leader? Find it at Pfizer.