Cosmetics Europe - The Personal Care Association

www.cosmeticseurope.eu

1 Job

64 Employees

About the Company

Cosmetics Europe - The Personal Care Association has been the voice of Europe’s cosmetic, toiletry and perfumery industry since 1962.

As the industry’s European trade association, Cosmetics Europe's membership consists of:

• 22 active corporate members,
• 29 active associations members,
• 8 supporting corporate members,
• 4 supporting association members,
• 6 correspondent members.

Cosmetics Europe represents the cosmetics and personal care industry in Europe. The vast majority of Europe’s 500 million consumers use cosmetic and personal care products on a daily basis to protect their health, enhance their well-being and boost their self-esteem. Ranging from antiperspirants, dermo-cosmetics, fragrances, make-up and shampoos, to soaps, sunscreens and toothpastes, cosmetics and personal care products play an essential role in all stages of our life.

Valued at €96 billion at retail sales price in 2023, Europe is a global flagship market for cosmetics and personal care products.

In 2023, the industry supported 3.5 million jobs across Europe with over 259,244 people employed directly, and a further 2.68 million indirectly in the cosmetics value chain.

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Company Name: Cosmetics Europe - The Personal Care Association
Job Title: Communications Manager
Job Description: Job title: Communications Manager Role Summary: Lead the day‑to‑day communications and media activities of a European trade association, driving integrated policy‑communication campaigns and high‑impact media outreach across diverse issues. Collaborate with public affairs, regulatory, and scientific teams to ensure consistent, authoritative messaging and strengthen the association’s EU policy influence. Expactations: 4–6 years of proven experience in association, NGO, EU institution, international company, or consultancy communication roles; strong academic background; deep understanding of EU policy‑making and cosmetics sector issues; excellent editorial and writing skills; ability to translate complex scientific and regulatory subjects into clear communication; hands‑on creation of visual and video content; event‑organisational experience; meticulous attention to detail; proactive, team‑orientated delivery; advanced CMS and social media platform proficiency; fluency in English required, additional European languages an asset. Key Responsibilities: • Design and support integrated communication campaigns focused on policy; • Develop messaging frameworks and narrative positioning for key issues; • Produce engaging content (toolkits, infographics, annual reports, op‑eds, website articles, social media posts); • Draft press releases and media statements; • Build and maintain journalist relationships and manage media inquiries; • Support internal committees and coordination of policy positions; • Oversee external designers and agencies; • Coordinate event‑related communications; • Ensure alignment and collaboration across internal teams. Required Skills: • Strategic communication planning and execution; • Strong written and spoken communications, including editorial and speechwriting; • Scientific and regulatory communication expertise; • Visual content creation with standard design and editing software; • Media relations and journalist engagement; • Stakeholder/relationship management; • Project and event management; • CMS & social media platform proficiency; • Detail orientation, organisational capability, and proactive teamwork. Required Education & Certifications: • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field; • Strong academic record; • No specific certifications required, but EU policy knowledge is essential.