Role Overview
As a Central Communications & Engagement Assistant, you will support the Central Communications team to deliver clear, efficient, and engaging communication across the UK and Europe. You will assist in the creation and distribution of VM Directives, ensuring they are concise, relevant, and translated appropriately for each region. Your responsibilities include maintaining the VM calendar for strategic planning, coordinating with departments such as Marketing, 3rd Party Brands, consumables, and retail to position Visual Merchandising as the central hub for all related communications. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, you will champion new technologies and platforms such as JD Now while promoting a “Forever Forward” mindset.
Responsibilities
* Support the Central Communications team in developing clear and efficient communication channels across the UK and Europe.
* Support in the creation and distribution of VM Directives, ensuring they are relevant, clear, concise, and engaging.
* Coordinate language translations so the VM Directive reaches relevant countries.
* Create and maintain the VM calendar to ensure a strategic and streamlined approach to all communications.
* Collaborate with departments such as Marketing and 3rd Party Brands and support the team in coordinating information and ensuring clear direction.
* Work with the Consumables Department on the allocation and distribution of VM-related retail products.
* Establish new ways of reaching our teams such as JD Now.
* Champion a “Forever Forward” mindset by exploring new technologies, methods, and practices to evolve the department.
* Actively communicate with your line manager about any training requirements needed for your professional development.
* Visit stores when required to remain aligned with current and future business objectives and strategies, with approval from your line manager.
* Always conduct yourself in a professional manner.
* Employ the highest possible interpersonal skills to ensure the successful marketing of the department.
Qualifications
* Currently on track to graduate in 2026 or have graduated within the past two years (include dates and place of study).
* A passion for developing a career within Visual Merchandising.
Benefits
Staff discount on JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work.
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