People Experience & Communications Specialist

Why This Role Matters 
As the People Experience & Communications Specialist, you’ll support people experience, engagement and communications activity across AS Watson Europe. You’ll create clear, engaging content and storytelling across internal and external channels, bringing our culture and colleague experience to life. 
This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role, working closely with teams across multiple European markets to support our O+O strategy, so we can put a smile on our customers’ faces today and tomorrow. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Planning and organising the delivery of internal communications and maintaining structured communications plans 
• Creating and publishing engaging content across internal platforms, applying a creative approach to design posts, presentations, visuals and campaign materials 
• Delivering people experience and engagement initiatives, including O+O (online + offline) events and campaigns, demonstrating strong project delivery 
• Collaborating with teams and markets to gather updates, stories and colleague experiences, building strong stakeholder collaboration 
• Supporting the “Remarkable Stories” programme through storytelling and content creation, bringing your storytelling ability to life across internal and external channels
• Using feedback and engagement insights to continuously improve how we communicate and connect, applying analytical thinking 

What You’ll Bring 

• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Canva (essential), plus working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, showcasing strong visual communication 
• Experience in communications, engagement, people, marketing or a similar fast-paced environment, demonstrating adaptability 
• Experience presenting to groups and supporting or hosting internal events, both online and in person, using confident presentation skills 
• Confidence in creating and adapting content for different audiences and channels, with strong written communication and attention to tone and clarity 
• Experience or interest in using AI tools and engagement insights to shape content and improve impact, highlighting digital fluency 

How You Will Make An Impact

• Designing clear, engaging content for different audiences, bringing strong creativity 
• Has a natural interest in communications, social media and storytelling, showing real curiosity 
• Takes pride in delivering projects from idea through to execution, demonstrating strong ownership 
• Is highly organised and able to manage multiple deadlines, using effective time management 
• Is full of fresh ideas and keeps up with trends in communications, showing a mindset for innovation
• Feels confident working cross-functionally and with colleagues at all levels, applying strong collaboration 

Who We Are 
You may not have heard of us, but you’ll know our brands. AS Watson is the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer, with over 17,000 stores across 31 markets serving more than 5.3 billion customers each year. 
From Superdrug, Kruidvat and Watsons to Marionnaud, The Perfume Shop and many more, our brands are loved by customers around the world. Behind them are passionate people who are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and grow. 

What You’ll Get From Us 

• Competitive Salary and Bonus Scheme 
• Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy savings across our iconic brands 
• Holiday Entitlement 
• Hybrid Working Model 
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme – Share opportunities and earn rewards 
• Learning and Development Opportunities – Grow your skills with tailored programmes 
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Support – Because your wellbeing matters 
• Life Assurance – Peace of mind for you and your loved ones 
• Interest-Free Loans – Financial support if you need it, without the extra cost