Corporate Affairs Coordinator

Summary

From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl.

With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team.

We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic professional to join our Corporate Affairs team. The Corporate Affairs Coordinator will be involved in the inception, development and execution of numerous campaigns and events, both internal and external, for Lidl Ireland & Northern Ireland. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in working within a fast-moving and dynamic business.

What you'll do

• Play an active role in the development and execution of consumer, corporate and CSR campaigns and events for Lidl Ireland & Northern Ireland
• Drafting, editing and issuing press materials and a wide range of written and digital communications
• Liaising with key departments across the business; CSR, Property, Purchasing and Sponsorship to identify appropriate news angles with a view to generating positive press coverage for the business
• Proactive engagement with key contacts in the media, employees, and other external stakeholders
• Conduct campaign reviews, analytics and demonstrate strong ROI per campaign
• Analysis of data and managing reports for Lidl Ireland & Northern Ireland and Lidl International
• Assisting the wider team with maintenance of purchase orders, invoices, vendors, budgets, negotiations, and additional ad hoc administration requests
• Developing and maintaining an up-to-date contact database across all relevant media sectors

What you'll need

• Third-level degree is essential, ideally in communications, public relations or marketing
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills
• People-person with a keen interest in the news and current affairs
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and multi-task
• Ability to plan and co-ordinate resources and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for storytelling and ability to land key messages with different stakeholders
• Flexible with the ability to work under pressure– some weekend and evening work required
• Full driving licence is essential

What you'll receive

We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl 

• €36,500 rising to €49,500 after 3 years
• 20 days holidays per annum rising to 25 days after 2 years
• Private employee medical insurance
• Company pension after one year of service
• Flexible start and finish times
• Initial training and ongoing development from an experienced team member
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on-going development
• Dynamic work environment
• Modern office facility with free parking
• On-site gym and canteen
• Hybrid working model - up to 2 days remote working per week
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network

Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.