Communications Graduate Programme - Newcastle

Description du poste:

Location: Newcastle

Please note that this is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the office.

At Sage, innovation starts with our people. With over 13,000 colleagues across 40 locations worldwide, supporting over 2 million customers, we're united by a shared purpose: to transform the way millions of businesses work. As a global leader in AI, finance and HR software, we harness cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking ideas to simplify complexity and drive progress. At Sage, you'll join a high achieving culture that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Together, we're shaping the future of business software. Start your career with Sage in the UK and make an impact from day one. Our ethos is simple: to help businesses thrive so they can support their communities and drive economic progress. At Sage, you'll find a high performing environment where your ideas matter, your growth is encouraged, and your work will add value from day one. Start your journey with us and help shape the future of business across the UK and beyond.

Why join Sage as a graduate?

At Sage, we believe your career should start with opportunity, growth, and purpose. As a graduate, you'll benefit from structured training and development programs designed to build your skills and confidence from day one. You'll also have access to Sage Foundation, our global initiative that gives you five paid volunteer days each year to make a positive impact in your community. You'll join exceptional teams where you will have the chance to learn from experts, connect with peers, and grow a global professional network. At Sage, we're committed to helping you shape your future, offering clear career pathways and opportunities to innovate and make a real difference.
What will you be involved in?

Our Graduate Communications Programme is designed for graduates who are curious about communications, business and technology, and passionate about telling stories that matter. You will gain hands-on experience across internal communications, external communications, public affairs and corporate storytelling within a global technology company, supported by a dedicated manager throughout the programme. The programme is built around six-month rotations across three communications disciplines, helping you build broad experience and practical skills:

* Internal Communications: helping colleagues understand business priorities and connect with leaders through colleague updates, content, events and leadership communications.
* External Communications: supporting media relations, storytelling and reputation-building activities, including media monitoring, briefing materials, reporting and campaigns.
* Public Affairs & Stakeholder Communications: supporting engagement with external stakeholders, stakeholder research and policy monitoring.

During your time on the programme, you could also be involved in:

* Telling stories about Sage colleagues, customers, partners and communities
* Creating content for internal and external channels
* Supporting communications planning, reporting and administration
* Coordinating projects, including meetings, approvals and timelines
* Measuring and reporting the impact of communications activity

This programme is designed to give you meaningful, hands-on experience from day one, with structured onboarding, regular coaching and feedback, a personalised development plan, and the support and space to learn, ask questions and grow. By the end of the programme, you will have developed practical skills in writing, planning, stakeholder management and corporate affairs, alongside a strong understanding of how communications supports a global business.

What we're looking for:

To be eligible for this role, you'll need to hold a degree in any discipline. Previous communications experience is not required; relevant experience from education, placements, volunteering, societies or part-time work is beneficial, but enthusiasm and potential are most important.

* A curious mindset and eagerness to learn
* A genuine interest in communications, business and technology
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* An organised, detail-oriented approach to managing multiple projects and deadlines
* A proactive, collaborative working style
* Openness to receiving feedback and developing new skills
* Confidence using digital tools and AI, and conducting research

What you can expect from the process:

* Apply online with your CV
* Complete screening, cognitive testing and video interview
* If successful at video interview stage, you will be invited to attend a final stage assessment
* Successful candidates will join us in October 2026

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, there may be a delay in our response. We thank you for your patience. Here at Sage, we are committed to inclusivity for all. If you need adjustments that would support you in the application process, please reach out to us at earlycareersadjustments@sage.com

Benefits of working at Sage include:

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays from day one
* Paid time to learn (5 learning days a year)
* Paid time to give back (5 volunteering days a year)
* Private healthcare, digital GP & wellbeing support
* Competitive pension with Sage contributions
* Paid parental leave, inclusive from day one
* Work from abroad for up to 10 weeks a year
* Discounts on tech, travel, gyms and more
* Cycle to Work and EV schemes