Lifestyle Communications Assistant — PR & Media Support

Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK retailer is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their Corporate Affairs team. You will support engaging PR campaigns across various lifestyle brands, manage the press office, and organise events. Strong communication skills, an interest in lifestyle trends, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools are essential. This role offers the opportunity to drive impactful campaigns in a collaborative environment, with competitive benefits including discounts and flexible working options.

Benefits

Colleague discount of up to 15%

Pensions scheme

Life cover

Performance-related bonus up to 5%

Health cash plans

Employee assistance programme

Up to 26 weeks’ pay for maternity leave

Qualifications

• Proven ability to draft media alerts and press releases professionally.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Experience in maintaining media tracking databases.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of engaging PR campaigns and communications projects.
• Manage the Lifestyle press office and oversee sample management.
• Organise press and influencer events, contributing to media coverage.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong relationship-building

Organised and proactive

Familiarity with lifestyle trends

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

A major UK retailer is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their Corporate Affairs team. You will support engaging PR campaigns across various lifestyle brands, manage the press office, and organise events. Strong communication skills, an interest in lifestyle trends, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools are essential. This role offers the opportunity to drive impactful campaigns in a collaborative environment, with competitive benefits including discounts and flexible working options.