Internal Communications Coordinator
In a nutshell
As part of the Communications & Engagement Team, you contribute to an engaging and inspiring work environment in which our ever-growing team of 20,000+ employees and 500+ team leads can get the best out of themselves. You’ll play a key role in developing and executing communication strategies for internal projects and employee initiatives, while managing the internal communication calendar around Picnic’s mission and values. Together with your colleagues from the International Communications & Engagement team, you will work towards our ultimate goal: making Picnic the best place to work for our employees!
Tricks of the trade
Strategic project communication: Develop clear, structured messaging for complex internal communications and company wide initiatives that impact our organization at scale.
Awareness campaign creation: Plan and run exciting campaigns that help us reach our business goals, whether that’s raising safety awareness or getting more employees to fill out our annual satisfaction survey.
Audience-first communication: Translate complex messages into understandable and engaging content, tailored to specific internal audiences across all levels.
Internal content production: You’ll craft and share internal updates to keep everyone in the loop and connected to Picnic!
Employee engagement enhancement: Help boost employee satisfaction and keep everyone engaged by making our internal communications clear, fun, and effective. You’ll make sure everyone feels part of Picnic.
Channel optimization: Improve the effectiveness of our communication channels - from Slack, PicnicTV to Teamwork app. Your job is to make sure messages actually get through and make an impact, so everyone stays engaged.
Stakeholder collaboration: Team up with stakeholders like the people, fulfillment, distribution, or safety teams. You maintain a structured feedback loop to ensure communication is relevant and well-received.
We’re looking for
Finished a Bachelor or Master’s degree (preferably in Communication, Communication Sciences, Journalism or similar).
Brings 1–3 years of relevant professional experience in internal communication, copywriting, or employer branding.
Is fluent in Dutch and English, both spoken and written. Basic knowledge of German and/or French is a plus.
Enjoys managing multiple communication projects simultaneously and is energized by clear planning, structure, and execution.
Has strong organizational skills and thrives in a structured environment. You like it when communication flows logically and efficiently.
Is a natural storyteller and copywriter: you can translate strategic goals into compelling narratives.
Understands and connects with diverse audiences; knows how to craft messaging that resonates.
Feels enthusiastic about the impact of (change) communications and employee communication in shaping company culture and employee engagement.
Gets excited by the idea of helping people feel connected to our mission, their teams, and their own potential.
Picnic perks
🥗Fresh Lunch, coffee, and snacks
Our offices are equipped with fully-fledged coffee bars and a kitchen and chefs. They prepare delicious fresh and warm lunches every day so you can keep your energy up.
🚵🏼Health insurance discount & bike plan
We have a partnership with CZ (a health insurance provider). Picnic employees get a discount on CZ insurance packages between 5% and 15%. Furthermore, through our partnership with Lease a Bike, you can rent-to-own a new (e)bike at a discounted rate
🌍Relocation
If you’re moving from another country to join Picnic we make it as smooth as possible for you. We’ll cover your flight costs for you and your partner and kids, your first month's rent and moving costs (up to €2000), and help you with the 30% tax ruling setup and application.
✍🏼Learning & development
You’ll get ample opportunity to work on yourself at Picnic. We offer personal development through Lepaya courses, Academy trainings, and more. Interested in improving your mental wellbeing? Through OpenUp you get free access to trained psychologists and many courses.
All the rest
At Picnic you get 25 holidays, we cover your travel expenses and offer a pension plan. And your phone and laptop are on us, as well.
A bit about us
When you join Picnic, you’re joining the shopping revolution, delivering groceries to millions of people across Europe, and we’re growing fast. Think super fresh products and personal service, but in a modern, sustainable way. And we’re the only ones in the world doing it all by ourselves. From our fully automated fulfillment centre to delivery algorithms and marketing campaigns: we do it all in-house. Our team consists of 85+ nationalities and we’re always looking for new talent. Ready for the ride?
Recruitment Process
CV Screening
Phone Screening
Online test
Interviews
Assessment day
Closing interview
Commitment to equal opportunities
Picnic is an equal opportunity employer—this means that all decisions regarding applications will be based on qualifications and merit. Applicants will be regarded independently of age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, skin color, civil status, religious beliefs, physical or mental disability, or any other factors protected by law.
At Picnic, we celebrate and value our differences and are committed to building a safe and inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves.
