Communications Specialist, pladis

Rachel Miller; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global snacking company in Greater London seeks a Communications Specialist to manage press office functions and internal communications. You'll shape perceptions of the brand through media engagement and content creation, while inspiring colleagues with engaging campaigns. Ideal candidates will possess media relations experience and strong writing skills. The role offers a hybrid work model, salary incentives, and diverse training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual Incentive Plan

Private medical insurance

Stakeholder pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in media relations and internal communications.
• Strong writing skills; capable of adapting tone for audiences.
• Organized, detail-driven, able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Run the London press office, handling media inquiries.
• Draft press releases and internal content.
• Monitor news, providing summaries and impact reports.
• Support global campaigns and manage internal communications material.

Skills

Media relations

Internal communications

Strong writing skills

Organized

Job description

Communications Specialist

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact

If you’ve ever enjoyed a McVitie’s biscuit, a Jacob’s cracker, or a GODIVA chocolate, you’ve enjoyed the work of pladis – the global snacking company behind some of the world’s most loved brands.

We’re looking for a Communications Specialist to join our global Corporate Communications team. This is a unique role at the heart of our business: blending press office responsibilities with internal communications to ensure our story is told consistently – to colleagues, consumers and the media. This role is based in our Chiswick office on a hybrid basis (3 days/week on-site).

What will this role achieve?

• Your work will shape how pladis is seen and felt – both outside and inside our walls.
• Protect and grow our reputation by handling media enquiries and supporting global press activity.
• Connect and inspire our 16,000 colleagues with engaging content and campaigns.
• Spot and share stories that bring our brands and culture to life.
• Keep communications sharp by maintaining content libraries, toolkits, and evaluation reporting.

What you’ll do

• Run the London press office day-to-day, fielding media enquiries and building journalist relationships.
• Draft press releases, Q&As, and briefing notes.
• Monitor news and social channels, delivering daily summaries and reporting on impact.
• Draft, create, publish and manage content across internal platforms (email, intranet, video).
• Support global internal and external campaigns, create toolkits, and support in managing live events.
• Help deliver materials for internal events, live streams, decks, and videos.
• Maintain our asset library and contribute to the function’s editorial board.

Bring your experience

• Experience in media relations and internal communications (as a journalist or comms professional from both in-agency or in-house).
• Strong writing skills – able to adapt tone and style for different audiences.
• Organised, detail-driven, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
• (Bonus) experience in a big brand environment and familiarity with comms metrics.

What will the interview process be?

• 1st stage interview – 45 minutes competency-based interview based on our company values and your experiences.
• 2nd stage interview – 60 minutes – a technical interview to understand your skill set/case study or presentation interview.

What does pladis offer you?

• Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)– this is the business’s annual bonus scheme.
• Opportunity to self-enrol into Health Cash Plan
• Private medical Insurance (if eligible by grade)
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Cover ~ upon enrolment to Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• 25 days + bank holidays
• Holiday Enhancement Scheme
• 1 Volunteering Day per year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership – Carlisle and Chiswick only
• Access to great training and development opportunities

Best mix of ingredients

pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.