Communications Manager

British Veterinary Association; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary group in the UK is seeking a Communications Manager to enhance internal and external communications. This role involves creating compelling content, managing media relations, and supporting various campaigns across a growing organization. The ideal candidate has a degree in communications and experience in a fast-paced environment. The position offers home working flexibility with travel for events, and numerous benefits including generous holiday and healthcare support.

Benefits

5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Company pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Single Private Healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Strong project and campaign management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver communication plans across diverse business areas.
• Create engaging content for various channels.
• Manage media enquiries and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Multi-channel communications

Media handling

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in communications or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Analytics

Basic photo/video editing

Job description

About us Healthy animals and happy owners - that's the goal. We are IVC Evidensia, and we are on a mission to build the world's best veterinary group. Investing in people, premises and processes, we deliver outstanding care in around 2,500 locations globally.

About the Role

As Communications Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering engaging internal and external communications across a fast-paced, multi-site business. You'll create compelling content, manage media relations, and support a wide range of campaigns and events that build connection and engagement across our 15,000 colleagues and 900+ sites.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and deliver communication plans across diverse business areas
• Create engaging content for intranet, newsletters, social media, press releases, and more
• Collaborate with teams to shape our communications calendar
• Manage media enquiries and liaise with agencies and stakeholders
• Provide expert communication advice and support
• Analyse campaign performance and drive continuous improvement
• Support internal and external events, including live online sessions
• Oversee multimedia content creation, including briefing photographers and videographers

What You'll Bring

Essential Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in communications
• Proven experience in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
• Strong project and campaign management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Skilled in multi-channel communications and media handling
• Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Analytics, and basic photo/video editing

Desirable Qualifications

• 5+ years in communications or PR
• Experience in veterinary, healthcare, retail, or similar sectors
• Familiarity with intranet platforms, monday.com, and email tools

What We Offer

At IVC Evidensia we recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do.

The role is home based aside from onsite support for internal and industry events during the year, and practice visits (all travel will be paid for).

• 5 weeks' holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted staff pet care.
• Company pension.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and supportive well-being initiatives.
• Single Private Healthcare.
• Family-friendly policies.

Diversity and Inclusion

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.