Communications Assistant at Debenhams Group, London, United Kingdom

Support Debenhams Group’s communications efforts by assisting in influencer and media campaigns to enhance brand visibility and stakeholder engagement in a vibrant fashion retail setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in executing the communications strategy in collaboration with the marketing team
• Foster and sustain relationships with media contacts, influencers, and stakeholders
• Oversee gifting initiatives for influencers and US presenters
• Collaborate with buying and merchandising to synchronize communications with product introductions
• Contribute to developing PR materials including lookbooks, mailers, and visual campaign elements
• Handle coordination of samples, shipments, and assistance for influencer or media events
• Aid in preparing performance analyses and achieving specified key performance indicators
• Provide innovative concepts, sector knowledge, and updates on emerging trends
• Perform routine administrative duties to support efficient team functions

Qualifications

• Prior experience in public relations, marketing, or communications preferred, whether in-house or agency
• Proficient in communication and cultivating relationships
• Solid organizational and time-management abilities with attention to detail
• Competent in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Adaptable, flexible, and capable of handling multiple tasks in a demanding setting
• Strong interest in fashion, social media, and cultural phenomena like music, beauty, arts, and film

Benefits And Growth

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Company share scheme
• Life assurance
• Company pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme with 24-hour confidential helpline
• Customizable benefits via Reward Platform including private healthcare, dental and healthcare cash plans, Cycle2work scheme, and leisure perks like coffee club or Virgin Experience Days
• Discounts across Debenhams Group brands
• Discount and cashback portal
• Season ticket loans
• Internal and external learning and development opportunities
• Engaging social calendar