Register Your Interest - Communications and Corporate Affairs (CCAS) Placement 2027

*As we receive a high volume of applications, please make sure to read the job descriptions on our website carefully and apply for the ONE function you are most interested in. Only your first application will be considered*

THE ROLE

A placement in the CCAS Function puts you at the heart of influencing for impact, creating the conditions for resilience & growth.

Our team is made up of three core areas: Communications, Corporate Affairs and Sustainability. Applying to this role will land you in the Communications and/or Corporate Affairs Teams. If you are interested in Sustainability, please note that there is a separate Sustainability role listed on our page.

The work we do across the function is organised around three focus areas, in this role you will contribute towards the following :

1. Protect our license to operate and deliver growth & savings
2. Shape our reputation

From planning, delivering and communicating corporate strategy through to managing reputational issues and advocating for systemic change, everything we do drives towards strengthening trust in our brands, our company and our people. You’ll gain skills in campaigning, media relations, advocacy, partnerships, innovation, digital communications, research, content, writing and strategic issues management in a fast-paced, external facing environment, with a unique insight into agendas that cut across the whole business.

WHAT COULD YOUR DAY-TO-DAY ROLE INCLUDE?

• Proactive storytelling and thought leadership, driven through a consistent narrative
• Effective management of threats to Unilever’s reputation
• Managing the roll out of a global campaign to our employees
• Strategic policy interventions and commercialising the GAP (Growth Action Plan)
• Assist in creating content for our social media, and internal platforms.

SOME OF OUR POSITIONS/TEAMS YOU COULD BE ALLOCATED TO INCLUDE:

• Corporate Affairs and Issues
• Sustainability Comms, Annual Reporting & Insights
• Media Relations
• Owned Content and Channels

WHAT DO WE LOOK FOR?

A proactive individual who is happy to take initiative and roll their sleeves up! Creative, detail-orientated, energetic and a strong team player.

With a strong performance culture, challenging goals and continuous feedback, we will help you in achieving your potential in an inclusive environment. You will thrive by gaining exposure to real business challenges where your energy and fresh thinking will have an impact. First-hand experience - it’s the fastest way to learn.

No specific subject degree is required but studying for a degree in Journalism, Broadcasting, Digital Media, Public Relations or Corporate and Crisis Communications would be beneficial.

SKILLS REQUIRED INCLUDE:

• Ability to work well in a team and build good working relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and operates with flexibility
• Team player who is willing to pitch in and help wherever necessary
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Taking initiative and being proactive in identifying and solving problems
• Microsoft office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

Please note, at Unilever we have development programmes, the skills below are skills which would be good to have at the beginning however you will develop them over the course of the 12 months.

Programme details

• Location: Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days required weekly at our London Blackfriars or Kingston office.
• Applications open: Monday 14 September 2026
• Applications close: This is a rolling deadline, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment in case applications close early.
• Start date: June 2027

Industrial Placement (IP) Application Process

Please note: you will only progress to the next stage if you are successful in the previous stage.

• Stage 1 – Online Application & IP Simulation

Complete an online application form before completing our interactive IP simulation, designed to give you insight into our organisation and the programme you’re applying for. This will prepare you for a series of situational judgement questions based on realistic business scenarios.

• Stage 2 – Online Assessments.

Complete a numerical reasoning assessment, an online test that measures your ability to interpret and draw conclusions from numerical data and verbal Reasoning assessment an online test that measures your ability to understand and evaluate written information.

• Stage 3 – Digital Interview

Complete a video interview.

• Stage 4 – Virtual Discovery Centre

Attend a half-day virtual discovery centre alongside fellow candidates. This will include immersive business challenges and interviews.

• Stage 5 – In-Person Discovery Centre

Invited to attend an in-person half-day discovery centre alongside fellow candidates. This will give you the opportunity to visit a Unilever office, meet and interview with business leaders, and work on function-related business challenges.

What Can Unilever offer YOU?

• A competitive Salary of £27,898.00
• End of Placement Bonus
• Subsidised Gym Memberships - availability varies by site
• Discounted Staff Shop
• Opportunity to work directly with our renowned and exciting brands in a flexible and hybrid working environment.
• 28 days (pro rata) of holiday inclusive of bank holidays. Once you have completed 12 worked weeks, under the Agency Workers Regulation your holiday entitlementwill increase to 33 days inclusive of bank holidays, pro rata for the term of this placement.
• Opportunity to join one of our Future Careers Development Teams such as Outreach, Digi, Community & Wellbeing and many more! By joining a team, you can grow business-critical skills, develop Unilever Behaviours, and make a meaningful contribution to Future Careers.
• A dedicated buddy to help you onboard and learn about the business.
• An experienced Line Manager to develop your knowledge and understanding across the year.

To find out more about Future Careers at Unilever UK, check out our Instagram page!

At Unilever, diversity is about embracing differences, championing inclusion, creating possibilities, and growing together for better business performance. Join our vibrant and inclusive workplace that champions diversity and inclusion.

We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

We are a key advocate of wellbeing and offer a variety of support for our people including hubs, programmes, and development opportunities. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all.

Do you require any adjustments in the application or assessment process?

If you have any questions about your application, require reasonable adjustments to complete any part of the application process or wish to discuss any mitigating circumstances, please contact the Talent Acquisition team using the following details. If adjustments are required, the team will reach out to discuss available accessibility options. E.g., If required extending time spent in any ‘timebound’ assessments/interviews.

*We also provide accessibility options such as magnifying glass, decrease/increase font size, change font & colour, screen ruler, screen mask for everyone who would require support.

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