Pfizer UK Undergraduate Programme 202
6
/202
7 Vaccines Marketing Undergraduate Vaccines Marketing Team
Who can apply? Applicants
must
be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year. Please note that we will only consider candidates who have applied by completing the Pfizer Placement Application Form. Candidates who do not complete and attach the application form will NOT be considered.
You can download the Word version of the Application Form here:
Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK
and find
instructions as
to
how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please see
below!!
Department Overview
The
Vaccines
marketing team strives to bring
vaccines
to patient
s
, tackling some of the most significant areas of unmet need within the NHS
& private sector
.
Pfizer has
products that are
licensed to help the prevention of several diseases, including pneumococcal disease, respiratory syncytial virus
, COVID-
19
and meningococcal disease
. T
he portfolio offers the opportunity to remain at the forefront of innovation to deliver meaningful
change
for p
ublic health in the UK to prevent
devastating
diseases.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic marketing department working on
one,
or several of our
brands
alongside
highly skilled
marketers
and a range of colleagues across Pfizer. You
will be involved in multiple aspects of the marketing mix, including interactions with customers and insight generation, operational
planning
and tactical execution.
What can I achieve and what will I be
accountable
for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?
The Pfizer
Vaccines marketing team
provides you with the opportunity to work with experts in pharmaceutical marketing and has a wealth of opportunities available across a variety of brands and therapy areas. Through working in a busy marketing
environment
you can look forward to developing critical business skills and being a valued team player. These skills will include
clear
communication through liaising with colleagues and external stakeholders,
project management and multi-tasking while working on a variety of projects,
and
also
leadership by owning some aspects of a brand promotional campaign and budget.
The role provides experience in both strategic and operational aspects of
marketing;
and exposure to a range of colleagues and roles within the
organisation
and partner agencies.
A
S PART OF YOUR ROLE YOU WILL
: Promote
the development and implementation of the operational brand plans for the UK,
in order to
deliver the revenue
and
patient
expectations
for the brand(s) in line with
allocated
marketing expenditure. Creating
marketing
materials to communicate
up-to-date and
accurate
scientific data
to
predominantly a
Healthcare Professionals audience
through
multi-channel
approaches
. Bring customer insight into the brand team to influence/shape brand tactics
. Steer
and coordinate projects with the
sales team and
UK
cross functional team Pfizer also offers a diverse environment which allows employees
numerous
opportunities to grow and develop. This is a great chance to be part of the bigger picture, and to
assist
in ensuring Pfizer
maintains
a strong and diverse workforce as well as developing a talent pipeline of future Pfizer colleagues. It is also a fantastic way to obtain a better comprehension of the pharma industry and the type of roles it has to offer.
MAJOR DUTIES AND
ASSIGNMENTS Work with other members of the Marketing and Sales team to deliver our operating plan for the brands in the portfolio.
Assignments span across brand marketing and digital (
multi-channel
) activities.
Develop
and
pro
mote
appropriate
programmes
and activities to address
challenges and
maximise
opportunities as
required
, whilst adhering to relevant
company procedures
and the
Association of British Pharmaceutical Industry
Code of Practice.
Seek & develop insights into the needs of all customer groups within the assigned disease area(s) to ensure customer centric implementation of brand tactics
Manage assigned brand marketing
projects and associated
project budgets,
ensur
ing
appropriate
spend
across activities in line with the brand operating plan
Bring to the brand team creative approaches to solving brand opportunities & challenges
e.g.
novel use of digital channels
What other opportunities and benefits
does
Pfizer offer?
The role will involve extensive hands-on learning of many aspects of the marketing mix in
p
harmaceutical
b
rand
marketing and
working
closely
with other colleagues in departments across the
business.
You will be part of
a dynamic
UK-based
commercial strategy team, working closely with the
global
b
rand marketing teams.
You will receive a competitive salary along with benefits including 25.5
days
annual leave.
When can I start?
Placements will start on
1
st
September
20
2
6
and will run for 12 months.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Type of person we are looking for, in relation to ‘
Skills
’,
‘
Knowledge
’ and ‘
Motivation
’:
Completing
placement as part of University Degree
either through Year
In
Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
On target for a Degree Classification
Studying a Degree in Marketing / Digital Marketing / Business / Life Sciences
Well
organi
s
ed
with ability to be flexible,
prioriti
s
e
multiple demands and effectively perform under tight timelines
Ability to balance short term needs and long
-
term vision
Ability to
evaluate
, define and
convey
complex concepts and strategies in verbal and written communication to demanding audiences (internal and external)
Strong inter
active
skills
required
as well as excellent communication and presentation skills.
As a reminder…….
Who can apply?
Applicants
must
be
completing placement as part of a
degree course
at a UK University,
either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
This position will close for applications on
4
th
January
2026.
Please note that we only accept application forms. Please do not send over your CV or cover letter as they will not be considered.
Please access the Word version of the Application Form here:
Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK
a
nd find
instructions as
to
how to complete your application
and more about eligibility criteria
.
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Purpose Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a
patient centric
company, guided by our four values: courage, joy,
equity
and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives. Digital Transformation Strategy One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our
company
wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data,
modelling
and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and
the patient
experience. Flexibility We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts
talent
and enables everyone to be their best working self.
Let’s
start the conversation! Equal Employment Opportunity We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms –
allowing for
us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages,
supports
and empowers our employees. DisAbility
Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident
Employer
and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is
unleashing
the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Purpose Breakthroughs that change patients' lives ... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the
conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
DisAbility Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
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