PR Associate EMEA

The Opportunity: 

A once in a lifetime opportunity to join our in-house PR team in the UK as part of the wider EMEA comms group. Reporting to the PR Manager we are looking for a self-motivated and well-organized PR Associate who is in their early years of developing their PR career who has experience working in PR agencies or a busy in-house press office and ideally has some PR campaign management or PR account experience.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Working directly with the PR Manager and PR Lead supporting to execute first class integrated brand PR campaigns and events for UK market with creative frameworks and concepts that can be used in the rest of the EMEA markets.
• Act as hub for creative messaging assets and materials for rest of EMEA driving best practise and efficiencies.
• Drive trade shows both in the UK and across EMEA  
• Coordinate network of PR agencies from coverage reports to vetting press and media lists
• Administer EMEA press inbox with inbound requests distributing them accordingly to market agencies
• Sign off press materials for franchise partners
• Media sell in experience
• Manage finance systems raising POs and logging in finance systems

Qualifications :

What Were Looking For: 

• 3 years of experience in Public Relations Communications or a related field preferred
• Experience managing a press office and using media monitoring tools
• Strong project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with financial systems is highly appreciated
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in an additional European language is preferred
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with a collaborative approach and a commitment to fostering an environment that reflects Mattels values

Additional Information :

What We Offer: 

• Gross annual salary range of GBP 37440 - GBP 44460
• Bonus scheme: Participation in Mattel Incentive Plan (MIP) with the target of 5% of base salary payout is determined by company and individual performance results
• Paid time off: 25 vacation days (with option to buy up to 5 extra days) 2 volunteer days/year a day off on your birthday!
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program: Access to (Unum) Modern Health Headspace and Maven
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Dental insurance & dental service app
• Life & disability insurance
• Employee discount program Be well at Mattel
• Mattel products discounts
• Family benefits program: 24 weeks off (for 1st caregiver) or 12 weeks off (for co-parent) fully paid on the arrival of new child return to work program path to parenthood and family care leave

Mattels total compensation package is based on objective gender-neutral criteria such as job grade work location relevant skills and experience. This information is provided to enable informed and transparent consideration and negotiation of employment terms. If your profile is retained and we schedule an interview we will share further details on Mattel UK Limiteds total rewards package. Please note that (some of) the benefits above may change over time due to changes in the company policy or in legislation. We will not ask about your previous salary history.

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How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth optimism and wellbeing where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands including Barbie Hot Wheels Fisher-Price American Girl Thomas & Friends UNO Masters of the Universe Matchbox Monster High MEGA and Polly Pocket as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys content consumer products digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the worlds leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945 Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattels award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes Fast Company Newsweek Great Place to Work TIME and more.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time