Is a Marketing Apprentice Right for You?
This tends to work well if:
- You need consistent, hands-on marketing support (not just a one-off campaign)
- You can offer day-to-day guidance and feedback
- You’re happy for someone to learn while doing
- You want to build capability in-house rather than outsource everything
This is probably not right if:
- You need a senior marketer to “hit the ground running”
- You don’t have anyone available to support or manage the role
- You’re looking for short-term, project-only help
- You want instant results with zero learning curve
What Employers Worry About
“We don’t have time to manage an apprentice”
→ You manage the role; we support the training, structure, and admin.
“We’ve never used apprenticeships before”
→ That’s normal — we guide you through setup and funding step by step.
“What if it doesn’t work out?”
→ Apprenticeships aren’t risk-free, but they are lower risk than hiring a junior marketer outright.
“Is there loads of admin?”
→ There is some — we handle the majority and keep it manageable.
What success typically looks like
- 0–3 months: onboarding, learning your business, supporting basic marketing tasks
- 3–6 months: confident execution, reduced pressure on your team, more consistency
- 6–12 months: real ownership of activities and measurable contribution to marketing output
Marketing apprenticeships are a long-term investment, not a quick fix — but they pay off when done properly.
What does a marketing apprentice cost?
- You pay the apprentice’s wage, typically £16,000 – £20,000
- Training is often funded by the government (levy or 95%+)
- There are no recruitment or agency fees
We’ll confirm your exact costs on the call.
What’s involved from your side?
- Standard day-to-day line management
- Providing real marketing tasks
- Time for regular reviews (we support these)
- Supporting off-the-job training during work hours
We guide you through this — you’re not left to figure it out alone.
Don’t just take our word for it!
Apprenticeship programmes have transformed the hiring process for junior marketing staff for me, offering undeniable benefits such as increased productivity, cost-effectiveness, and fresh perspectives. The apprentices’ willingness to learn injects new life into the team and improves management and marketing skills. Partnering with companies like The Marketing Trainer enhances the success of apprentices, making it a game-changing strategy for businesses.
Anna R, Product Marketing Manager, Thirdford
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What to expect:
- 20-minute call
- No obligation
- Practical, straight answers
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