Communications and Events Officer at Lidl GB | London, UK | £35K/yr – £44K/yr

Communications and Events Officer

London, UK (On-site)

£35K/yr – £44K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 5 weeks ago

Job Summary

Own the planning and delivery of consumer PR campaigns, press office management, and national announcements, while coordinating events and partnerships across Lidl's communications and marketing teams.

Lead high-impact campaigns and talkability
Manage press office and budgets
Coordinate events, pop-ups, and experiences

Job Description

Responsibilities

Working closely with the wider Communciations and Events team and agencies to deliver professional and engaging campaigns in line with our strategy and identifying talkable opportunities for us to tap into to drive interactions, positive share of voice and leverage consumer engagement opportunities online
Responsible for the delivery of high-impact creative PR campaigns
Working alongside the team on the day-to-day management of Lidl’s busy consumer press office, responding to issues and enquiries on a range of subject matters
Building and coordinating national consumer announcements regarding Lidl product launches and campaigns
Management of event logistics and coordination including domestic and international press trips, wine tastings and Christmas events
Leading the execution local events with expertise e.g. festivals and county shows
Leading the execution of consumer pop-up activations and experiences, working alongside PR and experiential agencies
Developing communications materials including briefing documents, press releases, presentations and background research
Working with the wider Marketing department and agencies to project-manage engaging and impactful communications for our customers through our owned and above the line channels
Staying on top of wider news agenda - informing communications team of relevant stories

Requirements

Proven experience working within consumer comms and events is essential, agency or in -house
Comfortable collaborating within cross-functional environments to deliver campaigns and projects
Able to demonstrate successfully delivering effective consumer comms and event activity that has driven business results
Experience working within or managing media/creative agencies
Confident in identifying insight and presenting content and recommendations to stakeholders
Strong and confident communicator – both written and verbal

Preferred

A retail background is desirable

Benefits

30 days holiday (pro rata)
10% in-store discount
Sabbatical
Enhanced family leave
Pension scheme
Plus, more of the perks you deserve
Includes a 10% non-contractual London weighting

Lidl GB

At Lidl, we’re a pretty close bunch. Sure, we all bring something unique to the table — but when you scratch below the surface, we’ve also got a whole lot in common. We’re plate spinners and problem solvers, working hard to keep homes stocked up across the UK.Just like you.We opened the doors to our first Lidl GB store in 1994. Today, three decades later, we’re proud to have more than 1000 stores and 14 regional distribution centres filled with 34,000 exceptional colleagues across Great Britain - and we're still growing.The secret to our success? Offering the highest quality products at the lowest possible prices. A commitment to the very best service. And a group of incredible colleagues to take us forward and into the future. Our journey is moulded by you — the things that set you apart and the things that make us one amazing team.No matter your role, you’ll find that you can make your mark on our success story. We’re always looking for motivated people who are ready to make our stores, supply chains, and shopping experience the best they can be. Whoever you are, whatever your interests and wherever you come from, there’s never been a better time to join Lidl GB.

Founded in 1994

Surbiton, England, GBR

15K employees

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