Communications Executive

Fabric Recruitment Ltd; Loughborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment firm in Loughborough seeks a talented Communications Executive to join its in-house marketing team. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in copywriting or journalism and a strong portfolio showcasing press releases and blogs. This hybrid role emphasizes creativity while supporting PR and advertising efforts. Responsibilities include writing press releases, tracking media coverage, and liaising with PR agencies to enhance brand communications.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in copywriting, journalism, PR, or communications.
• Strong writing portfolio including press releases, commentary, and blogs.
• Good understanding of PR processes and media operations.
• Basic awareness of print advertising formats.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit press releases, media comments, and website content.
• Liaise with the PR agency on assets, approvals, and outreach.
• Track media coverage, competitor activity, and industry trends.

Skills

Copywriting

Journalism

Public Relations

Organizational skills

Job description

Communications Executive

Loughborough - (Hybrid Working)

£30,000 - £33,000 DOE

We are looking for a talented and detail-driven Communications Executive to join a growing in-house marketing team. This role is ideal for a strong writer with experience in copywriting, journalism, or communications who enjoys producing high-quality content while supporting PR and advertising activity.

Description of the role

• Write and edit press releases, media comments, thought‑leadership, blog, and website content.
• Turn leadership notes into polished expert commentary.
• Maintain brand tone, style, and quality across all communications.
• Review and refine PR agency drafts and materials.
• Track media coverage, competitor activity, and industry trends.
• Liaise with the PR agency on assets, approvals, outreach, and backlinks.
• Review coverage reports and highlight key insights for internal stakeholders.
• Support award submissions, case studies, and directory listings.
• Coordinate regional and local print advertising, including sourcing publications, costs, and deadlines.
• Ensure advertising assets are delivered on time, to specification, and tracked with cost logs.

About you

• 2‑5 years' experience in copywriting, journalism, PR, or communications.
• Strong writing portfolio including press releases, commentary, and blogs.
• Good understanding of PR processes and media operations.
• Basic awareness of print advertising formats.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Confident communicating with external partners and stakeholders.

If you're a passionate writer who wants to see your words make a real business impact, this role offers the perfect balance of creativity, strategy, and responsibility.