Communications and Government Affairs Graduate Programme, UK, 2026

Join the GSK Communications and Government Affairs Graduate Programme – UK, 2026: Help us get ahead of disease together 

Education required:  Preferably a Bachelor's (BA/BSc) or Master's (MA/MSc/MBA) in Communications, Political Science, Government, History, English, or other Social Sciences  

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English  

Other requirements: Willingness to be geographically mobile (domestic) throughout rotations 

Location: GSK HQ, London.

Expected start date: September 2026 

Application Information:

*You can apply to only one GSK Graduate Programme in the UK. 

Application deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and this role will close once we have received enough relevant applications. We recommend you apply as soon as possible. 

Assessment Centre Date: December 2025 (virtual) 

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Are you a talented and driven student or graduate eager to make an impact on billions of lives? Apply for the Communications and Government Affairs Graduate Programme at GSK today! 

Are you a graduate that has an interest in communicating GSK’s story and priorities in a clear and compelling way?   

Our Communications and Government Affairs (CGA) function in GSK builds engagement and belief in GSK and its purpose, strategy and culture – internally and externally.   

In CGA, you have the opportunity to protect and enhance our reputation, ensure our story is told accurately and consistently, bring external viewpoints into the company and partner with our business on developing GSK policy and positions. CGA has a critical role in growing and supporting the GSK business for the benefit of patients.  

Ahead together with tailored training and career development  

If you’re a graduate with the talent and ambition to lead and engage others, we will equip you with expertise and skills in Communications and Government Affairs to make an impact and be a trusted adviser to business.  

Over two years, our Graduate Programme will challenge and support you to grow professionally and personally. You can expect 3 job rotations, each one lasting 8 months. In each rotation we aim to give you the opportunity to gain experience across internal and external communications and government affairs, in several business areas and geographical areas, providing local, regional or global exposure. 

Your rotations will be stretching, but we’ll support you with formal and informal learning, as well as coaching and mentoring. You will improve your communication, analytical and influencing skills, and gain commercial awareness and experience to support your continued development. 

What will you do?  

• Work on communication and advocacy strategies and plans to hone your skills and knowledge of internal and external Communications and Government Affairs   
• Work collaboratively with a variety of cross-functional GSK teams in the business, including for example, Medical, Commercial, HR, Global Supply Chain, etc., to develop communication materials, key messages, briefs, visual/video assets for different audiences and different channels  
• Develop your writing and briefing skills for internal business and external audiences   
• Be involved in our digital activity both internally and externally on our social media channels  
• Be involved in a variety of internal and external engagement activities  
• Monitor, analyse and interpret information and external insights to help us to understand healthcare trends and impact to our business 
• Learn how to project manage and effectively prioritise tasks and understand the business-critical role of CGA 

What are we looking for?  

• An individual who is inspired by GSK’s business and purpose  
• Strong interest and skill in writing, analysing, interpreting, and effectively communicating information  
• Interest in the external environment and its impact to business   
• An individual who has strong interpersonal skills and is able to build relationships both internally and externally  
• Curiosity, self-motivation and courage in suggesting new ideas and ways forward   
• Ability to work under pressure, as an active team member and be energised by teamwork, but also be able to work independently on tasks  
• High learning agility and resilience coupled with an ambition to learn, accept new challenges and openness to feedback to support your development  
• Ability to focus and resourcefulness to deliver the most impactful results  

What do we offer you?  

• A competitive salary, with an annual bonus based on company performance.  
• Relocation Allowance (eligibility will be confirmed once your first location is confirmed). 
• Employee recognition programs, which reward exceptional achievements.  
• Access to our cutting-edge wellbeing platform: personalise your experience, help reduce stress, increase focus, build connections and resilience. You will also have access to a confidential helpline 24/7, mindfulness, health screenings and financial wellbeing support.  
• Access to Private Healthcare Insurance, including 24-hour access to an online GP.  
• Additional Support through salary sacrifice including: identity protection, long-term care insurance, home, auto, and pet insurance.   
• Option to opt into our share save plan which gives you long-term incentives by linking your rewards to our longer-term performance. 
• Engage with Employee Resource Groups, providing opportunities to network, gain mentorship, and grow personally and professionally.  
• Access to TalNet, which are communities of Early Careers programme participants offering development, networking and social connections to help you make the best of your programme. You will also be invited to join LinkedIn groups and pre-joining webinars, to enable you to connect and network with new students.  
• 2 volunteering days per year, called “Together Days”. 

Let’S Do This!

You’ll find hints, tips and guidance on our recruitment process on our website 

Learn more about the application process gsk.to/ECprocess 

After submitting your application, you will be asked to complete our GSK Digital Assessment. The GSK Digital Assessment will give you the opportunity to demonstrate your skills through engaging exercises, while providing us with insights into your unique approach to work. This will help us better understand how your strengths, behaviors, and skills align with the role and the positive impact you could bring to our team.     

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You can learn more about GSK and our careers here https://www.gsk.com/en-gb/careers/  

Our Graduate Programmes are designed to accelerate the development of graduates who don’t have significant previous professional work experience in the area to which they are applying.  Of course, many graduates who join the program have worked while studying or after graduation.  If you’ve already developed substantial experience working in a professional role in your sector, while you would be able to apply for this program, you may also want to look at direct entry roles in our businesses, as these may be the best way to build on your existing skills and expertise and develop a career at GSK. 

It is expected that you will be able to evidence the right to work in the UK for at least the duration of the programme.  

GSK’s ability to make and honour any offer to you will be subject to the UK government immigration rules applicable at the time. Any offers will be made subject to immigration status being confirmed. 

  GSK cannot make any guarantee that you will be eligible for skilled worker sponsorship and GSK keeps its approach under review in line with new government guidance as it is published.  Sponsorship is also based on business needs.  Sponsorship cannot be considered if the candidate is not eligible for a discounted rate. 

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Need help with your application? 

Please email us at  UK.EarlyCareers@gsk.com and let us know how we can help you.   

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