Communications, PR and Social Impact Placement Year

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We're looking for Communications, PR and Social Impact Intern. Based at our new office based in Paddington, you'll support the team and maintain processes that enable the delivery of communications and social impact projects and campaigns for the Urenco Group.

At Urenco we re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what we're looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What will your day look like?

• Supporting the creation of engaging and effective written and visual content, and publishing it in a targeted way across web, email, social channels and publications.
• Supporting internal and external engagements and events, including briefings, seminars, workshops, forums, receptions and key conferences, helping to develop and implement detailed event plans.
• Supporting the coordination and publication of key announcements and other communication activities by maintaining a comprehensive calendar of communications activity.
• Working with a wide range of colleagues to support delivering Urenco's social impact programmes.
• Providing day-to-day proactive support to the Head of the Communications team, including the effective flow of work through their office and the efficiency of their department by improving processes, editing presentations, and letters and drawing up key messages.
• Other duties will include organising meetings, developing and issuing papers, and managing other logistics

What do you need to be great at this role?

• Working towards a BA/MA degree, or equivalent qualification, in English/English Literature, Marketing, Advertising, Communications or a related discipline.
• A level English Language or English Literature, or equivalent is desirable.
• Experience of using MS Office applications including Excel, Word and PowerPoint to an Intermediate level.
• Excellent eye for detail.
• Engaging and accurate writing skills, confidence in copywriting and editing content.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop relationships with a wide range of internal and external people

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. Urenco powers the possibilities that let you make the most of your day to day - and shape your own tomorrow.

We reward your contribution with industry-leading pay - and thats just the start.

An exceptional range of physical and mental wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle benefits flex around the things you find most important in life. Like the idea of travelling overseas? We can make that happen too. And our annual global awards bring us together to celebrate our outstanding work achievements.

We're well aware that being the best company possible starts with helping you become the best you can be in your career.

We're also committed to helping you achieve work-life balance. So you can count on us to deliver the personal development resources you need to gain new qualifications, learn new skills, and open new possibilities.

• Annual leave of 27 days per annum.
• A generous bonus scheme based on achievement of personal and company objectives.
• Hybrid Working Pattern: up to two days working remotely on average per week. Flexible start and finish time and 1.30pm finish on Fridays.
• Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you'll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• The opportunity to join our private medical and dental insurance schemes.
• Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Please be aware that this role is subject to BPSS level of security clearance

Our Promise

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. And we support an array of dedicated initiatives, activities, and employee networks to nurture a positive and inspiring work experience.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.