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Action is a European non-food retailer with more than 2,750 stores across 12 countries. Founded in 1993, the company offers a broad selection of affordable everyday products, combining value with an emphasis on quality and sustainability. Its large retail operation is supported by teams working across stores, logistics, eCommerce, and related functions. Action also highlights employee development through training and learning opportunities, making it a relevant employer for candidates interested in retail and the operational work behind a growing international business.
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Senior Communications Expert at Action (Hybrid, Netherlands)

Lead annual reports, quarterly financial reporting and corporate communications for Action’s European retail business. Coordinate international stakeholders, agencies and reporting workflows across Finance, Sustainability and other teams.

NLNetherlandsHybridFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredDutch RequiredCommunications

Description

  • Develop, plan and deliver communication projects independently
  • Own the full Annual Report production cycle, from planning and content gathering through reviews, approvals and publication
  • Coordinate quarterly financial statements, results announcements and related communications
  • Manage departmental contributions, deadlines, review cycles and approvals
  • Maintain consistency and accuracy across financial, sustainability and corporate reporting
  • Work with internal stakeholders and external partners, including design and production agencies
  • Create and coordinate corporate content for Action’s website and other communication channels
  • Contribute to additional corporate communications projects and publications as needed
  • Improve reporting and communication processes while managing schedules and budgets
  • Collaborate with Finance, Sustainability, HR, Buying, Supply Chain and other departments
  • Report to the Communications Manager

Requirements

  • Fluent Dutch is required
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Communications, Journalism or a related discipline such as Economics or Business Administration
  • At least seven years of relevant experience in a comparable role
  • Background in internal and external communications within an international or retail organisation, or a communications consultancy
  • Proven experience with annual reports, financial reporting, corporate reporting, investor communications or comparable corporate publications
  • Track record of independently developing, planning and delivering communication projects
  • Excellent spoken and written Dutch and English
  • Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
  • Confidence working with financial, corporate and business information
  • Excellent writing and editing ability
  • Able to coordinate numerous stakeholders and manage multiple workstreams at once
  • Skilled at following up on contributions, addressing inconsistencies and ensuring agreed actions are completed on schedule

Benefits

  • Annual bonus linked to company and individual performance
  • 24 days of annual leave, with the option to purchase five additional days based on a 38-hour working week
  • Temporary contract with the intention of moving to a permanent contract over time
  • Flexible working hours
  • Option to work from home up to 40% of the time, subject to agreement with the team and manager
  • 15% employee discount on Action purchases
  • Good pension plan
  • Travel expense allowance
  • Professional development, skill-building and career growth opportunities
  • Inclusive workplace culture
  • Application response within 14 days, typically sooner
  • Dedicated recruiter as a consistent contact throughout the hiring process

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