NPD PROJECT ASSISTANT - ELLON
NPD PROJECT ASSISTANT – 6 MONTHS FTC – ELLON
We love great craft beer. We want everyone to be as passionate about it as we are – and our central team are vital in this mission. Every single person in our team can shape our future for the better, whether that’s for our people, planet or our incredible beer. Because we expect great things from you, we give great things back.
BONUS SCHEME | Via BrewDog bonus scheme, our amazing crew members get rewarded when we succeed as a business. We wouldn’t be able to do it without you so it’s only right we share the success together.
PENSION ENHANCEMENT | We increase our contributions to your pension up to 10% of your salary so together we can properly invest in your future. And, since the statutory amount all businesses pay is 3%, our decision to pay above that shows we’re taking your future seriously.
4-WEEK SABBATICAL | After every 5 years here you will receive an additional 4 weeks off to spend doing whatever you want.
STAFF DISCOUNT | 50% off BrewDog Beers/Ciders, Wonderland Cocktails, BrewDog Merchandise, and Soft Drinks, plus 25% off all other menu items in our BrewDog Bars. Crew also get discount on takeaway beer – perfect for taking the bar home.
ADDITIONAL HOLIDAY DAYS | For every full year completed up to your 5th year with us we add on one additional day’s leave above and beyond your initial entitlement. You therefore get an extra full week off at 5 years every single year onward to rest up.
BEER TRAINING | We love beer and we want you to love beer too, so we’ll support you through the internationally-recognised Cicerone qualifications, so you can love it almost as much as we do. We’ll also pay you more for each level you pass.
AND A LOT MORE | Okay, deep breath… enhanced sick pay, healthcare, life assurance, high street retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, enhanced family friendly policies around maternity and paternity leave, pawternity leave, DE+I and crew forum groups and an allowance to quality check some beers each month!
We’re focused on making sure that we, and future generations, have a planet to brew great beer on. Our industry leading techniques help us create and deliver unique beer whilst doing our bit (and others’) for the environment.
ABOUT THE ROLE
- Support the coordination of NPD, EPD, and Small Batch projects from briefing through to product launch, helping to maintain timelines and key deliverables.
- Assist in preparing and updating project documentation, plans, and trackers to ensure information is accurate and accessible.
- Help organise and participate in internal meetings, preparing agendas, taking notes, and following up on action points.
- Communicate with internal teams (sales, marketing, supply chain, and creative) to gather updates and share progress.
- Support the Head of NPD Operations with administrative tasks such as data entry, document management, and scheduling.
- Assist in drafting and submitting briefs for beer and packaging developments under guidance from the Head of NPD Operations and other senior team members.
- Liaise with external suppliers and partners when required to support packaging and project delivery.
- Help identify and flag potential risks or delays to the Head of NPD Operations.
- Maintain clear records and filing systems to ensure projects are well documented.
- Provide general support to the Head of NPD Operations as required.
Internal:
- Sales
- Finance
- Creative Studio (GoodShip)
- Supply Chain
- Brand & Marketing
- Production
External:
- Packaging Suppliers
- Collaboration Partners
- Ensure that Health and Safety guidelines and fire regulations are strictly adhered to at all times.
- Comply with safe working practices as defined by BrewDog.
- Complete online or face to face training as and when required.
- Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by acts or omissions at work.
- Report any accidents, incidents or near misses as soon as reasonably practicable.
- Be aware of and adhere to BrewDog policies and the Workplace Code at all times.
- Take part in crew reviews throughout the year.
- Cooperate with other BrewDog departments to achieve a great experience for our customers, applicants, colleagues, and contractors.
- Attend training courses and complete online training modules as required to meet the requirements of the role.
- Take responsibility for own personal development, seeking out opportunities to learn new skills.
- Undertake any other duties as requested which are reasonably deemed to be within the scope of the role or necessary for the smooth running of the business.
- Apply the BrewDog charter and behaviours to every aspect of the role at all times
- Protect and enhance the interests and reputation of BrewDog internally and externally.