Internal Communications & Events Specialist

Grocery Outlet; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental, Vision & More!

Job summary

Grocery Outlet in Emeryville is seeking an Internal Communications & Events Specialist to enhance our company culture through effective messaging and engaging events. You will draft internal communications, execute events, and provide project support within a collaborative team.

The position requires 2-3 years of relevant experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on creativity and attention to detail. Join us in inspiring and engaging our employees!

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in communications, marketing, or event coordination.
• Strong writing skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit internal communications and announcements.
• Coordinate and execute internal and external events.
• Manage event timelines and logistics.
• Create graphics and presentation materials.
• Track engagement metrics and gather feedback.
• Provide support to the Communications & Events team.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Event coordination

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel)

Canva

Adobe

Project management tools (e.g., Asana)

Job description

About the Role

We're looking for a detail-oriented and creative Internal Communications & Events Specialist to help bring our company culture and priorities to life through clear messaging and meaningful experiences. This role supports a variety of internal communication efforts and events that keep our employees informed, engaged and inspired. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, team player and project coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. This role reports to the Manager - Internal Communications & Events.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit internal communications, such as emails, intranet posts, announcements and digital signage.
• Support planning, coordination and on-site execution of internal and external events—including Town Hall meetings, employee engagement events and large conferences.
• Manage event timelines and coordinate on-site event logistics.
• Create graphics and presentation decks in support of communications and events.
• Track engagement metrics, gather employee feedback and provide insights to help improve content and experiences.
• Maintain company-wide calendars for key communications and events.
• Provide general project and administrative support to the Communications & Events team as a whole.
• Occasionally travel for events (approximately 10–15%).

About the Pay

• Base Salary Range: $74,000 - $84,000 Annually
• 401(k) Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental, Vision & More!
• Final compensation will be determined based upon experience and skills and may vary based on location.

About You

• 2-3 years of experience in communications, marketing, event coordination or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, hospitality, or a related discipline preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a sharp eye for spelling and grammar.
• Organized, detail-oriented and comfortable juggling multiple projects at once.
• Collaborative team player who’s eager to learn and grow.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint and Excel); experience with Canva and Adobe a plus.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana) and digital communication platforms a bonus.