Communications and Sustainability IP Review

I had a split role working in the business operations communications and the human rights departments.
Communications role - wrote content for leaders e.g., briefs/ LinkedIn posts etc., designed monthly newsletters, worked on global campaign's such as UN safety week, Quality Week and helped implement the teams communications strategy globally.
Sustainability role - one of my projects has been to design a reporting framework to keep senior leaders abreast of emerging human rights issues that we have identified, including issues that are arising in certain geographies or commodities, or changes in much broader areas such as AI and data privacy. Given the unstable climate and geopolitical landscape, and fast advancements in technology, knowing and staying ahead of emerging and future risks is essential in reducing potential impacts to the business and the people in our value chain.
This part of my role was more project based but day to day activities included: running and hosting team meetings, writing content for the internal platforms, assisted the reporting manager writing case studies for our human rights progress. Another large project was UN Human Rights Day - I led the global campaign which reached over 60k employees across all markets.

Yes lots, I felt like I have been a valued and respected member of the team as I have been trusted to lead on several projects. Much of my work has been shared with others teams and on occasion with senior leaders - a testament to the companies investment into young talent.

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My written and verbal communications skills have developed drastically - learning to adapt to different writing styles has been key. I help write content for several senior leaders who all have different styles, tones etc. Being able to understand the transition between their audiences has been key.
I also have lead training sessions on the companies internal communications channel - these sessions were live to over 150 people globally.
My ability to think critically, systemically and efficiently has developed massively. managing to roles in separate departments has meant that my organisational skills have had have been strong.
Sitting in the supply chain team my business acumen has also improved - I have come to have a good understanding of how a global corporation runs successfully.

My line managers were extremely supportive - I had weekly check in's but could speak to them both at any point if I had any questions, queries or concerns. Other more senior members of the team always offered support, guidance and help. The environment in which I worked was positive and encouraging - people made me feel like my work was valued.

Cannot fault it. Friendly, supportive and encouraging on both a personal and professional level. I have spent most days working in the office - the environment is fab. People are approachable, always willing to chat and help where they can.

I have got everything I wanted to and more out of my placement year. Not only have I learnt so much, had fun and loved both of my teams. The environment and culture is great, there are so many other interns, placement students and graduates - social opportunities were also great.

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