Communications Assistant

Uxbridge, Middlesex, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

You will receive on-the-job training and report to the Head of External Relations. Your contributions will enhance our communications externally and across our entire organisation. This role is ideal for someone who can hit the ground running, take initiative, and respond quickly to challenge.

As a key member of our communications team, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase a wide range of communication skills while being an exceptional team player. You will provide invaluable advice and support to our team and the wider business, making a significant impact every day.

The Communications Assistant supports in all aspects of the day-to-day operations and contributes to the implementation of Yoplait’s corporate internal and external PR strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Support in the implementation of external and internal communications campaigns and plans
• Produce content in line with Yoplait corporate tone of voice
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with media contacts and industry influencers
• Create engaging press releases, social media content
• Assist in organizing events including our company conference, trips, and media-led activities
• Monitor media coverage and analyse the impact of PR campaigns
• Support the development of presentations
• Be the first point of contact for other teams with their communications requirements and enquiries
• Work collaboratively with our Global team, UK functions and agency partners

Position Criteria

University Degree in Communications, Media, PR or related field

• Experience in public relations
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent English language skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Well experienced and used to working with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Canva
• Good ability on social media platforms; specific focus on Linked In
• Professional representation of the company image
• Ability to build and maintain relationships and work well with others as part of a team

Have a good project management experience and be organized

Demonstrate your leadership ability and teamwork

Agility, can work with ambiguity, think intuitively about consumers, and offer innovation

• Type of employment contract Permanent Employment Contract