Corporate Affairs & Communications Graduate - EMEA

Description du poste:

At Sage, innovation starts with our people. With over 13,000 colleagues across 40 locations worldwide, supporting over 2 million customers, we're united by a shared purpose: to transform the way millions of businesses work. As a global leader in AI, finance and HR software, we harness cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking ideas to simplify complexity and drive progress. At Sage, you'll join a high achieving culture that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Together, we're shaping the future of business software.

Start your career with Sage in Paris and make an impact from day one. Our Corporate Affairs team in EMEA is looking for a highly motivated graduate to support internal and external communications across the region. You'll work closely with regional and global stakeholders, help coordinate communications activities, campaigns and reporting, and contribute to engaging stories that connect colleagues with Sage's vision, brand and strategy.

Why join Sage as a graduate?

At Sage, we believe your career should start with opportunity, growth, and purpose. As a graduate, you'll benefit from structured training and development programs designed to build your skills and confidence from day one. You'll also have access to Sage Foundation, our global initiative that gives you five paid volunteer days each year to make a positive impact in your community.

You'll join exceptional teams where you will have the chance to learn from experts, connect with peers, and grow a global professional network. At Sage, we're committed to helping you shape your future, offering clear career pathways and opportunities to innovate and make a real difference.

What we're looking for

To be eligible for this role, you'll need to hold a master's degree in communications, business administration, marketing, or a related discipline. Previous experience in communications, brand management, public relations, or corporate affairs is essential.

- A curious mindset and eagerness to learn

- A genuine interest in communications, business and technology

- Fluency in English and French, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages. Spanish language skills would be a plus.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and French. Spanish is a plus.

- An organised, detail-oriented approach to managing multiple projects and deadlines

- A proactive and collaborative working style, with the confidence to build trusted relationships and work effectively with stakeholders across teams, functions and geographies within a global, matrixed organisation.

- Willingness to travel across Europe when required to support targeted campaigns and collaborate with regional teams.

- Openness to receiving feedback and developing new skills

- Confidence using digital tools, AI and research to work smarter and faster

What you can expect from the process

- Apply online with your CV

- Complete screening and a video interview

- If successful at video interview stage, you will be invited to attend a final-stage interview with the manager and the team

- Successful candidates will join us in October 2026

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, there may be a delay in our response. We thank you for your patience.

Here at Sage, we are committed to inclusivity for all. If you need adjustments that would support you in the application process, please reach out to us at earlycareersadjustments@sage.com.

Benefits of working at Sage include

- 25 days of annual leave, acquired RTT days and French bank holidays

- 5 paid learning days per year to support your development

- 5 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about

- Medical cover through Mercer for colleagues and their children, with the option to add a partner

- Hybrid working, with three days per week in the Paris office

- Ability to work away for up to 10 weeks per year from over 40 countries

- 80% public transport reimbursement

- Meal vouchers of EUR10 per working day, with 60% paid by Sage

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What will you be involved in?

Our Corporate Affairs & Communications Graduate role is designed for someone who is curious about communications, business and technology, and keen to gain hands-on experience in a regional, international environment. Reporting to the VP Corporate Affairs EMEA, you will support communications and operations activities across EMEA, working with local, regional and global stakeholders to help deliver engaging campaigns, colleague & PR communications, executive communications and reporting.

In this role, you will build broad experience across EMEA communications and operations, including:

Internal Communications: supporting colleague engagement across EMEA through content, leadership communications, internal channels, events and campaigns that help colleagues connect with Sage's strategy and priorities.

External Communications: helping create PR content and materials for external audiences, supporting campaigns (PR and Public Affairs), media and reputation-building activities, and contributing to regional storytelling. Will include Social Media support on targeted campaigns and stakeholders.

Communications Operations & Reporting: coordinating EMEA communications activity, planning and reporting, supporting budget and agency coordination, and helping measure the impact of communications against agreed objectives (reporting)