Legal & General is one of Europe’s largest asset managers, providing clients and partners with complex, responsible investment solutions, across public and private markets. As a global investor, we are present where our clients most need us – from Hong Kong and Singapore, to Chicago and major European financial hubs.

Created by combining our investment management (LGIM) and asset origination (LGC) capabilities, our Asset Management division works with our Institutional Retirement and Retail divisions to benefit our clients and customers – which include individual savers, pension scheme members and global institutions – and deliver enhanced shareholder returns.

Joining us means becoming part of a market-leading team, with capabilities across the full spectrum of asset classes, with an enduring commitment to responsible investment and creating long-term, sustainable value for our clients and partners.

Job description

Are you looking for a summer internship in Marketing and Communications that sharpens your commercial acumen and hones your technical skills? If you answered “yes,” then our Summer Internship Programme is perfect for you!

You’ll join one of L&G’s divisions for an 8-week placement running from July to August. This programme is a fantastic route to our Graduate Programme, though completing the summer programme doesn’t guarantee a graduate role.

What you'll be doing

  • Shadow and collaborate with the senior team: liaise with our subsidiary businesses and stakeholders to ensure our communications align with Legal & General’s broader messaging and corporate objectives.
  • Support the execution of external communications strategies by drafting press releases and reviewing measurement.
  • Help create written materials such as press releases, award submissions, case studies, speeches, and presentations.
  • Monitor forward features and the news agenda across key publications.
  • Support brand strategy, positioning, messaging, and design.
  • Assist with an events programme that includes in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, such as press events and industry conferences.
  • Work with our internal communications team to support proactive and two-way communications across the business through various channels including email, video, townhalls and other events
  • Provide administrative support work closely throughout our Marketing and Communications teams to ensure all activities are aligned and maximised across multiple channels, including proactive and reactive social media channels.

Qualifications

What we're looking for

First and foremost, we seek individuals  who embody our core behaviours:

  • Straightforward - doing what we say and saying what we mean
  • Collaborative - working together constructively
  • Purposeful – working with pace and energy

We’re not expecting prior industry experience, but we want to see that you have the tools to develop quickly. These include:

  • 2:1 Degree (any discipline); however, a degree in marketing or a related field would be advantageous)
  • Penultimate year of university (i.e. graduating in 2026)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
  • Analytical mind-set
  • Highly organised with the ability to prioritise effectively; you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexible and a team-player
  • Curiosity and an eagerness to learn
  • Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Passion for the news and the written word, with a creative approach to delivering concise and responsive communications in line with the company’s strategy.

The role will be based in London and will involve a flexible working approach whereby you split your time between working from home and the office.

Please note, you can only apply to one intern programme. Choose carefully, as only your first application will be considered.

Additional information

Benefits

Whatever your role, we reward ability, performance and attitude with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Your hard work will be rewarded when you join us.s

Legal & General is a leading financial services group and major global investor, named Britain’s Most Admired Company in 2023, for the second year running. Rated top in our sector and top for inspirational leadership, we have a strong heritage and an exciting future.

We aim to build a better society for the long term by investing our customers’ money in things that make life better for everyone.

If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.

We strive to be open, mindful and inclusive, so are always willing to discussing flexible working arrangements and reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs.

If you’re open to find out more, we'd love to hear from you.