Communications Assistant, Hachette Book Group

Hachette Book Group • New York, NY

385d • $47,500 - $47,500

About The Position

The Communications Assistant at Hachette Book Group plays a vital role in supporting the Chief Communications Officer and the communications team. This position involves a blend of executive assistance and administrative tasks, focusing on internal and external communications, media relations, and social media management. The assistant will be responsible for maintaining confidentiality, managing multiple projects, and ensuring effective communication strategies are implemented across various channels.

Requirements

• Proven experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or journalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and social media management.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with social listening tools.
• Knowledge of corporate communications and brand strategy.
• Familiarity with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging communications.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Communications Officer and the communications team with administrative tasks.
• Schedule meetings, organize documents, and manage expense reporting.
• Coordinate media inquiries and outreach, and draft communication content.
• Create and distribute internal newsletters and update company intranet content.
• Prepare media prep documents and oversee outgoing communications.
• Write and edit press releases, blog posts, and social media updates.
• Plan and coordinate logistics for internal and external events.
• Monitor social media communities and track performance analytics.
• Coordinate media outreach and prepare executives for interviews.

Benefits

• Commuter assistance
• AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree