Local Engagement Partner
KFC
Welcome to KFC
Take one man with a big idea, add 11 herbs and spices, grit, ambition, and buckets of heart – you’ve got KFC.
Since 1939, we’ve been bringing finger lickin’ good chicken to the world, and today we’re proud to be in over 1000 communities across the UK & Ireland. But without our people, none of it would be possible. Just like our recipe, they’re all original.
Join us. Bring it. And together, we can be part of something truly extraordinary.
Bringing it to the role.
KFC’s Corporate Affairs & Sustainability function has an ambition to be the best in the business. Our job is to shape an environment in which the brand can thrive, and shaping the brand so it can thrive in that environment. We cover corporate communications, public affairs, sustainability, our social purpose work, including the KFC Youth Foundation – and now we’re creating two new roles.
As a business with now over 1,000 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we know that we have an active and important role to play in local communities. The jobs we create, the community programmes we run, and the footfall we drive play a crucial role in supporting local and responsible growth.
And with plans to expand over the next ten years, we’ll need to work on the ground with more local communities and Local Authorities to help us get there. That’s where our new Local Engagement Partners will come in.
There are two roles available here, reporting to our PR & Press Office Manager: one covering the North of England and Scotland, and one covering the South of England and Wales. In time, we plan to develop the team to cover the whole of the UK, meaning that your geographical coverage would get smaller.
Both are field-based roles, so you’ll spend the majority of your time out and about in local communities, around our restaurants and working remotely, though we will want to see you at the Restaurant Support Centre (RSC), our head office, for two days a month.
What you’ll do
What we’d love from you
ABOUT YOU
Top-notch communication skills – verbal and written – and an ability to speak publicly
If you love to see tangible results of your work, this role could be for you: ultimately, you could be the person who brings dozens of jobs, new opportunities and an iconic brand to communities around the country
You’ll be able to spot opportunities where we can widen awareness of our community impact, partnerships and the role our restaurants play in local communities
You’ll need to be able to motivate and make decisions for yourself, whilst supporting the overall objectives of the Corporate Affairs and Sustainability function
You’ll thrive in this role if you have a real appetite for winning hearts and minds, you’re keen to travel, and engage face-to-face with all kinds of people
A get-up-and-go attitude – we’re looking for someone with the ambition to make a success of this new role, who can use their initiative and energy to make our vision a reality
The ability to present arguments, evidence, data and ideas in a compelling way
The ability to persuade, influence, effectively collaborate and build relationships across cross-functional teams and with external stakeholders, even in challenging circumstances
EXPERIENCE
At least four years’ experience working in or around public affairs, communications, local politics, local/regional news or town planning. You don’t need experience in all of these areas – if you have one or two, and you meet the other criteria, we’d love to hear from you
Full UK driving license, and a willingness to travel regularly – sometimes over long distances
Some knowledge /experience of the town planning process
Some knowledge/experience of politics or public affairs
Some knowledge/experience of PR / media relations
Knowledge/experience of working on campaigns * Experience working on campaigns, either in public affairs, PR, Local Government or elsewhere is a must
Knowledge of the local planning process, and the workings of local government, are essential
Be Original.
At KFC, everyone gets a seat at our table. Since we landed in the UK in 1965, we’ve fed our people’s potential – to be their best selves, make a difference and have fun.
Because it’s not just what you do at KFC. It’s the way you do it. Unapologetically you, undeniably original.
You’ll work with colleagues who all bring their originality to the table: their energy, spirit and sizzle and make every day high flyin’ and high fryin’.
As a multi-billion-pound business with over 1000 restaurants, we take ambition seriously. You’ll be treated with respect and supported in everything you do as you roll up your sleeves and play your part in bringing finger lickin’ good chicken to our customers. And whatever your journey looks like, we’ll help you get there. From flexible working to the chance to earn qualifications, we got you. There are all kinds of opportunities at KFC.
Buckets of Benefits
A career with KFC offers much more than just fantastic earning potential. We reward achievement with amazing incentives and benefits, including:
Flexible and Voluntary benefits including Dental Insurance, Health Screening and Gym Discounts.
Our Commitment to You
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do our teams. We value, support, and celebrate the things that make Team KFC authentic and original and all candidates – regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation.
We welcome applications from underrepresented groups in our industry such as women, people with disabilities, ethnic minorities and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
To make your journey with us accessible and tailored to your needs, we encourage you to let us know if you’d like any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during your recruitment process, or any other requirements.
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Ready to apply?
If you are ready to bring your passion, skills, and dedication to KFC, we encourage you to apply now. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and embarking on this extraordinary journey together. Bring it.
Don’t tick all the boxes? Don’t worry. If you don’t match all the criteria for the role and still think you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.
About Company: We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We make our chicken by hand (and we eat it with our hands too). We lead with our hearts, work hard and have fun – and we welcome everyone. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone’s got a place at the Colonel’s table.
Woking, Surrey
Sat, 27 Jan 2024 06:53:35 GMT
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