Careers
Working at Headland
We invest heavily in our people, providing ongoing learning and development opportunities, nurturing a collaborative culture and wide range of perspectives.
Whether you join us as an Apprentice or a Partner, or any level in between, we hire you for your opinion and for what you bring to the table. We're an equal opportunities employer and our People Management Group is dedicated to ensuring equality in pay, promotions and career progression. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion team's remit is to ensure our culture is inclusive for all. And our recruitment team is focussed on finding individuals who will bring new insight and enhance our collective perspective as an agency, as we grow.
We are
purpose-led
Our purpose is to champion collaboration and a wide range of perspectives to build reputations for a thriving world.
Good reputations give businesses the legitimacy to create the conditions and opportunities to thrive. Through a culture of collaboration, we shine a light on all perspectives and help businesses act on those insights, creating powerful communications and reputations that put clients in control of their futures.
Championing broad perspectives
Through combining a wide range of perspectives, experiences and ideas we help our clients build reputations that will enable them to thrive. One way we do that is by building a company which is diverse, open and equitable.
Just starting out?
If you’re looking to kick-start your career, Headland couldn’t be a better place to begin. We offer industry leading training programmes, no matter what your starting point.
Apprenticeship Programme
Our apprenticeship programme is open to anyone who has completed A-Levels (or equivalent). It is delivered in partnership with the industry body, the PRCA. Apprentices work over an 18-month timeframe to complete a Level 4 Apprenticeship qualification (which is a nationally recognised Diploma). Once completed, Apprentices will be eligible to apply to our Trainee programme.
Our 2024 programme is now closed for applications – check back in Summer 2025 for our next intake.
Summer Internships
We offer paid internship positions in the summer months for those wanting to gain experience in the sector.
Headland’s internship offers the opportunity to experience life in a dynamic, fast-growing communications agency and participate in real work such as research, writing, media monitoring and account co-ordination.
Our interns participate in live client work from week one, and also benefit from our bespoke learning and development programme, including training in financial PR, Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, Campaigning, Climate and Sustainability and Strategy and Insight.
Our 2025 Summer Internship Programme is now closed for applications.
You can follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn to find out more about the work we do.
Trainee scheme
Our Trainee programme combines formal training and on-the-job learning, working with clients across Financial PR, Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, Campaigning, Climate and Sustainability and Strategy and Insight.
Our 2025 Trainee programme is now closed for applications.
You can follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn to find out more about the work we do.
Applying at Headland was a no-brainer. I liked the culture, community, and holistic approach to work. I’ve learned so much about PR in the past few months and every day is truly different. Not only that, I’ve had the pleasure to work with people who not only enjoy their job but are incredibly patient and supportive in my journey, which makes working here a pleasurable experience.
Temi Oguntolu![]()
As one of Headland’s first Trainees, I’m now a Director in the business, advising CEOs and C-Suite Executives on all aspects of reputation management and working with comms and marketing teams to turn strategy into action. Headland is the best training ground for communications consultants. The broad range of clients, sectors and practice areas in the building provides you with such a rounded set of skills and experience. Plus, you’re genuinely working with some of the best people in the industry.
Tom James![]()
When looking into a career in PR, Headland’s multidisciplinary and collaborative approach made applying to their Trainee scheme a no-brainer. Having studied Liberal Arts at University, my degree was founded on the concept of interdisciplinarity, an idea I was keen to find reflected in a business. Since joining Headland, I’ve been able to experience the entire range of Headland’s offering. Whether it’s corporate, financial, public affairs, or campaigning, I’ve enjoyed working with – and learning from – the rounded teams and consultants at Headland.
Kitty Arnold![]()
I initially applied to Headland because of the opportunity to work across several industries and client teams all at once, alongside the emphasis on initial training and development to help you succeed. Headland has exceeded my expectations here; since joining, I’ve been able to work across multiple sectors – sometimes in areas I didn’t even know about before joining! It’s also been great to join alongside a cohort, as well as learn from colleagues with varied career backgrounds and knowledge bases. The collaborative environment means you always feel supported and there are endless opportunities to challenge yourself as you develop in your career.
Jess Tait![]()
I can’t think of a better place to start a career in PR than at Headland. The six-month trainee scheme gives you a crash course in all you need to know to become an AE, while Headland’s multidisciplinary approach to comms allows you to dip your toe into all aspects of PR – from day one I was involved in client work spanning retail, tech and financial services. Best of all is learning alongside a cohort of other trainees and in such a supportive and exciting environment.
Lily Hardcastle![]()
