Communications Assistant

Manpower; London; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Communications Assistant to support internal and external communications for a renowned FMCG client. The role offers a mix of remote and onsite working. Ideal candidates will have a communications degree, strong writing skills, and experience in project coordination. This is a full-time temporary position based in London with competitive compensation.

Benefits

Staff shop discounted products

Free tea & coffee

Onsite deli and restaurant

Gym access (subscription required)

Qualifications

• Strong written communication skills for various audiences.
• Experience in corporate/brand storytelling.
• Confident speaking and interaction skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support internal and external communications in the Home Care function.
• Lead employer brand content series and collaborate with multiple teams.
• Manage distribution lists and develop internal communications.

Skills

Written communication skills

Project coordination experience

Digital literacy

Stakeholder interaction

Research and analysis

Education

Communications degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Manpower are currently seeking an interim Communications Assistant, to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, to become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. The position is based at Blackfriars on London's Victoria Embankment, just a short walk from Blackfriars tube. This is a full-time temporary role for 12 months requiring 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £26,800 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Working within the communications function for Home Care, support a wide range of both internal and external communications. Lead on tasks spanning both external and internal communications, including ongoing management and tracking of analytics to measure the effectiveness of communications.
• Lead on the management of brand assets and associated requests.
• External communications: support the development of owned content, deliver assigned stories in coordination with various teams and functions.
• Lead the employer brand content series, collaborating with the Employer Brand team to create LinkedIn posts. Provide support on events, conduct research, and work with stakeholders to deliver successful external communications.
• Internal communications: manage distribution lists, create internal communications using VivaEngage, and develop the monthly internal news round-up.
• Support Home Care Live and other internal events (e.g., Consumer Insight events), including managing posters and TV screens around the building.
• Provide ad-hoc support for the Community Engagement workstream.

Requirements

• Communications degree or equivalent
• Experience and knowledge of corporate / brand storytelling
• Strong written communication skills – ability to write clearly for different audiences
• Confident speaking skills and ability to interact with a wide range of stakeholders
• Digital literacy including all owned media platforms
• Ability to research and analyse key data
• Project coordination experience

Blackfriars working environment

• Iconic location on the Victoria embankment, modern working environment
• Short walk from Blackfriars station
• Staff shop discounted products
• Free tea & coffee facilities
• Onsite Deli and a restaurant open for breakfast and lunch
• Gym is available for use, subscription required

Job Info

• Job Title: Communications Assistant
• Company: Manpower
• Location: Competitive
• Posted: Sep 11th 2025
• Closes: Oct 12th 2025
• Sector: Marketing
• Contract: Temporary
• Hours: Full Time