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We are looking to hire a resource in our Communications Team based in Mumbai HO.
The person will be responsible for supporting the Corporate Communication function at Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL). This person will be responsible for Internal Communication and Employee Engagement as well as support media relations, crisis management and sustainability communication. They are expected to provide strategic communications support in collaboration with internal stakeholders, including the CEO’s office, to facilitate internal campaigns, employee Town Halls and media engagement. The candidate is expected to have exceptional writing skills and Corporate Communication experience with a large firm or PR agency.
Responsibilities
Internal Communications:
Support internal communications, focusing on driving employee engagement and storytelling.
Use tools and new channels to enhance the company’s internal communication effectiveness.
Planning, coordination and execution of internal employee events.
Creating internal communications material, such as presentations, newsletters, and announcements.
Writing & editing impactful and engaging content in support of firm goals and culture.
Coordinate various initiatives to promote employee engagement & strengthen company culture.
Media Relations
Support HUL’s media relations strategy to build and protect reputation through earned media.
Establish and maintain media relationships; manage media queries and interview requests; monitor and track media coverage.
Identify good storytelling opportunities and pitch them effectively to media.
Writing and reviewing press releases and other types of editorial content
Managing vendors and external PR agencies and media databases/archives.
Crisis/Issues Communications
Manage various issues the company faces; prepare communication assets such as holding statements, media responses, position notes, scenario planning and risk mitigation plans.
Advise brands/ other teams on approach and external communication in the event of an issue.
Maintain trackers, processes and support with media and issues training.
SKILL SETS
Excellent writing and copy-editing skills with adequate PR experience to produce communications such as press releases and media statements; content support with speeches and articles.
Experience with content creation and delivery, including email, newsletters, intranet content, videos, and presentations.
Good planning and organisational skills, along with good interpersonal skills; Knowledge of best practices for internal communications
Experience with social media content creation/management will be a positive.
Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Requirements
Sound judgement and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Ability and maturity to handle complex situations and confidential and sensitive information.
An affirmative approach with high accountability and integrity
Desire to build and maintain a keen understanding of industry trends affecting HUL and make appropriate recommendations regarding communication strategy
Education & Experience
Proven working experience of 5-6 years in corporate communication/public relations or journalism in a reputed corporate, PR agency or media organisation.
A Masters or a Bachelor’s degree in communications, Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations or Journalism is preferred
