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Communications Assistant, Sustainability & Responsible Marketing

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Coty

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Marketing
    Sustainability
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have a degree (preferably sustainability-related), relevant experience, strong writing skills, design skills (Canva), and a passion for sustainability and responsible marketing.
  • You will support sustainability communications, create content, manage campaigns, coordinate reports, and collaborate with teams on corporate projects and responsible marketing initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree - sustainability-related discipline (environmental, social, or business-related) preferred but not essential.
  • Sustainability experience gained either through degree, work experience or extra-curricular.
  • Previous work experience within a business – multi-national preferred but not essential.
  • Experience in design and Canva tool a bonus.
  • Interest in and awareness of external trends / policy environment, and able to identify the business impact.
  • Solid understanding of (and passion for!) sustainability and responsible marketing and literate in the key concepts.
  • Creative and strategic thinker, full of fresh ideas.
  • Excellent writing and strong verbal communication skills.
  • Fluent in English language, including writing.
  • Attention to detail.
  • An eye for what looks good visually.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Able to work independently and form relationships virtually, as well as in person.
  • Second language at a business level is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

  • Support development and execution of Coty‘s annual sustainability communications plan and content calendar, ensuring synchronization with wider Corporate Affairs calendar.
  • Part of Coty’s Responsible Marketing team supporting evolution of our responsible marketing policy, toolkits and training materials.
  • Admin and communications support in preparing Coty’s annual sustainability report and supporting materials.
  • Deliver internal and external sustainability and inclusion campaigns for milestones such as International Women’s Day, Earth Day and more.
  • Content creation (copywriting and design) including social media posts, press releases, presentations, and videos.
  • Brief and project manage external partners in delivering communications materials.
  • Identify external sustainability opportunities and initiatives for Coty to participate in.
  • Research, monitor and benchmarking to help us improve and identify future opportunities.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to gather updates and success stories related to sustainability and responsible marketing.
  • Manage Coty‘s ESG/sustainability messaging book and draft corporate statements, including on topics such as responsible marketing, ingredients, and regulation.
  • Support for wider Corporate Affairs team in corporate communications projects as needed.
  • Ad hoc support across a range of internal initiatives where sustainability expertise is required.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship for the Communications Assistant role?

The internship is a fixed-term contract for 13 months.

Where is the job location for the Communications Assistant position?

The position is located in Wimbledon, London.

What are the main focus areas of this role?

The main focus areas are internal and external communications related to sustainability and responsible marketing, content creation, and stakeholder engagement.

Is previous experience in sustainability required for this role?

While sustainability experience is preferred, it is not essential. A related degree or experience through work or extracurricular activities is beneficial.

What type of work will the Communications Assistant be involved in?

The role involves supporting the development of sustainability communications plans, creating content, preparing sustainability reports, and delivering internal and external campaigns.

Are there opportunities for collaboration in this role?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with the cross-functional sustainability team and other internal teams.

What skills are required for this position?

Required skills include excellent writing and verbal communication, creative thinking, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.

Is knowledge of design tools necessary for the Communications Assistant role?

Experience with design and tools like Canva is a bonus but not mandatory.

What values does Coty promote within their team?

Coty promotes values of fearless kindness, innovation, and a passion for creating sustainable solutions.

Is knowledge of a second language beneficial for this role?

Yes, a second language at a business level is a plus but not essential.

What kind of campaigns will the Communications Assistant help deliver?

The assistant will help deliver campaigns for various milestones like International Women’s Day and Earth Day.

Will the Communications Assistant support any corporate projects?

Yes, support will be provided for wider Corporate Affairs team projects as needed.

Fearless. Forward. You.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1904
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Since 1904, Coty has fearlessly pioneered innovation across the beauty industry. We have a reputation for breaking new ground; a history of ‘firsts’ and ‘bests’ that has laid the foundation for the industry as we know it today. For over a century, our brands have been empowering people to express themselves and create their own vision of beauty. It’s a legacy we’re proud to own and grow. We work hand-in-hand with our people, our partners and our customers. Together, we unleash every vision of beauty. We stand for the beauty of diversity and the diversity of beauty - celebrating and inspiring all the expressions of beauty that exist and that will exist. We honor you, and we honor our planet. We create Beauty That Lasts. A beauty that is both good to people and the world. Our mission is to create a forward thinking beauty; Products that provide new, innovative and simply better science based solutions. Let’s keep making over the beauty world TOGETHER.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance

  • Flexible Working

  • Maternity & Paternity Leave

  • Pension Plan