Talent acquisition apprentice

Closing date for applications: 2nd January 2026

Salary: £26,742.00

Reports to: Senior talent acquisition advisor

Department: People team

Location: London

Number of roles: 1

Start date: September 2026

This apprenticeship would suit someone looking to start a career in HR (Human Resources) or recruitment.

If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you.

The Talent team (Recruitment Team) at Channel 4 (C4) have responsibility for several areas including;

• Finding brilliant people to join C4 across our Creative, Commercial and Operations divisions
• Supporting our line managers in managing the recruitment and talent processes e.g How to set up interviews, the types of questions asked, making offers, providing feedback to rejected candidates etc.
• Working on many varied projects from new joiner induction, the careers site and recruitment technology / systems
• We are a small team with a busy and varied workload. We typically recruit for between 200-300 roles a year, working hard to ensure that we find the best candidates, who come from a variety of different backgrounds but who all share a passion for C4 and our remit.
• We are committed to providing a great service to the hundreds of line managers we support each year and ensuring that the thousands of candidates who apply for our roles are given a brilliant candidate experience – especially as we are not able to offer a job to most of them.

The apprenticeship is focused on recruitment so an interest in Resourcing/Talent Acquisition is needed.

Key responsibilities

• Posting / updating job descriptions on our internal systems and external platforms
• Utilise social media to promote opportunities
• Learn how to shortlist and process candidates in our ATS (Applicant Tracking System)
• Assist with selection processes
• Book interviews and utilise HireVue (our online video interviewing platform)
• Liaise with hiring managers and candidates – Responsible for responding to queries that come through via the recruitment inbox
• Support the administration of the new induction process
• Work with external suppliers e.g agencies and companies for merchandise
• Provide constructive feedback to candidates and processing offers

Knowledge, skills and experience

As part of the application process you’ll be asked to tell us how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far, this doesn’t need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part-time job.

We’ve provided some examples beside the first four criteria of experience that could demonstrate you have these skills. Please note you do not need to use these examples, they are just here for guidance and you should draw from your own personal experiences.

• Verbal and written communication skills
  • Verbal - e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team.
  • Communication – e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing.
• Attention to detail – e.g. Cashing up on tills or proofreading coursework.
• Organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks – e.g. Planning events whether personal or for professional purposes, as well as managing work life balance, for example working whilst doing coursework/exams.
• An understanding of and a passion for Channel 4's remit
• Confirm you have Maths & English GCSE Grade C (4) or above
• Committed to providing excellent customer service
• Confidence to learn and use multiple recruitment technology systems
• Passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Thrive by being busy and keen to learn and not afraid to ask questions

About our apprenticeships

Our apprenticeships are full-time, with four days per week spent working in a C4 department and one day per week completing the formal learning parts of the apprenticeship. You’ll spend 60% of your working week in your office base and 40% working from home.

The formal training provided will consist of workshops, tutorials, webinars, coaching and in some cases residential boot camps. You can read more about the qualification being offered for this apprenticeship below.

If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our YouTube video, How to Write an Outstanding Application.

• Qualification offered with this apprenticeship: Level 3 Business Administrator
• Length of apprenticeship: 15 months

Am I eligible to apply?

• You must be 18 years old or over at the time the scheme starts to apply. There is no upper age limit.
• You’ll need to have a Grade C (4) or above in Maths & English GCSE
• You can’t have already completed the qualification being offered or similar at the same or higher level
• Our apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree. If you have a degree, please visit the Channel 4 Jobs website

Channel 4 behaviours

At Channel 4, we have four core behaviours that underpin everything we do. These are outlined below, and we will be assessing candidates on these behaviours throughout the recruitment process.

• Include We’re Altogether Different so let’s give each other a bear hug, team up and trust each other to collaborate arm-in-arm. Don’t just listen: listen to understand.
• Innovate Don’t just rinse and repeat: don’t just go through the motions. Challenge positive and embrace change. Experiment & take smart risks.
• Grow Question everything and school yourself. Be generous with your knowledge with others and seek feedback from them. Be clear with your objectives.
• Get it done Make your time at Channel 4 count. Be a solution-finder, not a finger-pointer. Prioritise, decide and then act – always commercially.

Alternative application formats

We are committed to making the application process accessible. If you would like to discuss suggestions for alternative formats, or have any questions about the recruitment process in general, please contact us at apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk

Take a look at our access page for more information, which you’ll find by clicking here. You can also watch our YouTube video, Demystifying Interview and Workplace adjustments.

Relocation

If you need to relocate in order to take up this opportunity, we can offer you support towards the financial costs of moving. This includes a contribution towards your deposit and first months’ rent, plus visits to your new city to look for accommodation.

The programme aims to offer opportunities to those currently underrepresented in the TV industry, so we are particularly keen to hear from Deaf and/or disabled people, ethnically diverse people and people from lower socio-economic groups.

Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.