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Communications Assistant

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • London

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Powerpoint, Word and Excel is key
  • Experience working with a brand marketing, PR either in-house or agency role at a junior / assistant level would be beneficial
  • Excellent time management – deadlines are critical and attention to detail
  • Passion for communications, social media and retail marketing in general
  • An intense interest in fashion and related fields i.e. music / arts / beauty / film and television
  • Strong communication skills. The role involves liaising with colleagues and stakeholders both internal and external
  • Flexible, adaptable working style with a ability to learn quickly and multi-task

Responsibilities

  • - Report directly to Senior Communications Exec and Senior Communications Manager
  • - Support the delivery of the communications strategy set out by the management team
  • - Develop and maintain strong working relationships with influencers and media
  • - Maintain and nurture existing relationships, whilst ensuring continued research into new influencers in order to drive brand awareness
  • - Regularly briefing creative for PR assets e.g. look books, mailers
  • - Manage the gifted influencer programme
  • - Manage US presenter gifting programme
  • - Work closely with the wider Communications, Social, SEO, email, eCommerce, operations, Affiliate team in order to drive a focused and collaborative team effort
  • - Regular liaison with Buying & Merchandising teams to ensure comms plans are consistently aligned with product deliveries and focus
  • - Sample and delivery management
  • - Assist in team admin tasks
  • - Support on creative mailer ideas
  • - Support Senior Communications Exec with media call ins
  • - Assist with media and influencer events
  • - Experience in creating reports from either an influencer marketing or PR perspective
  • - Contribute ideas and industry trends – all team members ideas are vital
  • - Deliver on agreed KPIs

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Communications Assistant position?

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel is key, along with experience working in brand marketing or PR at a junior or assistant level being beneficial.

What kind of experience is preferred for this role?

Experience in brand marketing or PR, either in-house or in an agency role at a junior or assistant level would be beneficial.

Will I be required to manage influencer relationships?

Yes, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong working relationships with influencers and media, as well as managing the gifted influencer programme.

Is there an expectation for creativity in this role?

Yes, supporting creative mailer ideas and contributing to creative briefs for PR assets are part of the responsibilities.

What is the working environment like at Karen Millen?

The work environment is fast-paced and dynamic, requiring a can-do and positive outlook, along with flexibility and adaptability.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, there is learning and development support and opportunities both internally and externally.

How many days of holiday do employees receive?

Employees receive 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

What additional benefits are offered?

Benefits include a discretionary bonus scheme, a company share scheme, life assurance, a pension scheme, flexible working hours, and discounts across various brands.

Will I need to assist with media and influencer events?

Yes, assisting with media and influencer events is one of the responsibilities of the role.

Is strong communication a requirement for this position?

Yes, strong communication skills are essential as the role involves liaising with both internal and external stakeholders.

Think you know us? Think Again!

Fashion & Arts
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Think beyond your average job, think boohoo group careers. Working with us means being part of the biggest online fashion retailer’s success story. When you’re part of our family, the opportunities are endless. Back in 2006, we started out as one brand with only three team members. Fast-forward to current day and we are now made up of 13 amazing brands and counting, we have offices all over the world and we have grown to a 6,000+ strong team we call our big boohoo family - and we don’t plan on stopping there. We have big ambitions, huge potential and a clear strategy to continually evolve and grow the business. It’s a seriously exciting time to join us and influence the next chapter of our success. Our 13 amazing brands are; boohoo, boohooMAN, PrettyLittleThing, Nasty Gal, MissPap, Karen Millen, Coast, Oasis, Warehouse, Debenhams, Dorothy Perkins, Wallis and Burton. So, think different. Think fast. Think freely. Think valued. Think you know us? Think again!