Communications Assistant

Yoplait UK Limited; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Yoplait UK Limited is seeking an aspiring Communications Assistant to share our stories externally and support our team internally. This entry-level role is ideal for a creative individual with a passion for communications, whether in internal and digital communications or social media.

You will receive on-the-job training and report to the Head of External Relations. As a key member of the team, you will contribute to external and internal PR efforts, develop content in line with our tone,

Qualifications

• University degree in communications, media, PR or related field.
• Experience in public relations or communications is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Canva for content creation.
• Solid understanding of social media platforms, especially LinkedIn.
• Professional representation of the company image and values.
• Ability to build relationships and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support in implementing external and internal communications campaigns and plans.
• Produce content aligned with Yoplait's tone of voice.
• Develop and maintain relationships with media contacts and influencers.
• Create engaging press releases and social media content.
• Assist in organizing events including conferences and media activities.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze campaign impact.
• Support development of presentations and internal communications.

Skills

Public relations

Social media management

Content creation

Media relations

Canva

MS Office

English language skills

Project management

Teamwork

Education

University Degree in Communications, Media, PR or related field

Tools

MS Office

Canva

Job description

We are looking for an aspiring communicator to share our great stories externally and support our team internally. This entry-level position is perfect for a creative individual with a passion for communications. Whether you have experience in internal and digital communications, or social media, this role will allow you to develop your skill set. It's a fantastic opportunity to start your career in the communications and PR sector within the FMCG world.

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
• Develop a corporate social engagement plan including content e.g Canva

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 LinkedIn
• 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