Assoc Employee Communications Specialist - United Kingdom

Illumina, Inc; Linton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading genomic technology company in Cambridge is seeking an Associate Employee Communications Specialist to support communications initiatives. The role involves liaising with leadership, creating content, and assisting media relations and event planning. The ideal candidate has a degree in journalism or communications, outstanding communication skills, and is proactive in a team environment. Competitive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Private medical insurance

Employee stock purchasing program

Volunteer time off

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent experience in journalism, communications, public relations, or a related discipline.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach and a willingness to take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of internal communications campaigns.
• Liaise with senior leaders to craft compelling messages.
• Assist in creating content for internal channels including newsletters and intranet.
• Contribute to media relations efforts, drafting press releases.
• Monitor media coverage and support the press office.
• Assist in planning content for social media platforms.
• Support planning and execution of events.
• Help manage logistics and communications for events.

Skills

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Education

Degree in journalism, communications, public relations

Job description

Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in our Cambridge office),

• Support the development and delivery of internal communications campaigns and initiatives
• Liaise with senior leaders to craft compelling messages and updates
• Assist in the creation of content for internal channels including newsletters, intranet, and video
• Contribute to media relations efforts, including drafting press releases and media pitches
• Monitor media coverage and support the press office with reactive and proactive communications
• Assist in planning and creating content for Illumina's social media platforms
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment
• Support the planning and execution of internal and external events
• Help manage logistics, communications, and post-event follow-up
• Provide day-to-day support across the communications function
• Contribute creative ideas to enhance engagement and storytelling

As Associate Employee Communications Specialist here at Illumina in Cambridge, UK, you'll be a vital part of our dynamic European Communications team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute across a broad spectrum of communications activities - from internal communications and social media to press office support and event coordination. You'll collaborate closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, helping to shape and share stories that reflect our mission: to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome. If you're a creative communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys both strategic thinking and hands-on execution, we'd love to hear from you.

Illumina's employee benefits are industry-leading and include flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off, and much more!

Why You

You're a natural communicator with a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail. With a background in journalism, public relations, or a related field, you bring outstanding written and verbal communication skills and a flair for engaging diverse audiences. You're confident working independently, yet thrive in a collaborative team environment. Your ability to manage multiple priorities and stay focused under pressure makes you a reliable partner in delivering high-quality communications that inform, inspire, and connect.

You'll also bring:

• A degree (or equivalent experience) in journalism, communications, public relations, or a related discipline
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects
• A proactive, self-motivated approach and a willingness to take initiative

Illumina

England - Great Abington

Full time

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world-changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

What Can You Expect

Our team members are bright, energetic, and dedicated - they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest, we offer a competitive employee benefits programme. We view it as a smart investment in our people, one that recognises the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless.