Communications Manager - Automotive

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive/tech organisation seeks a strategic Communications Manager for a 12-month FTC, focusing on digital channels. The role requires managing content strategies, optimising platforms, and collaborating with HR and IT for impactful campaigns. Ideal candidates will have proven digital communication experience and strong organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in digital communications and content management.
• Strong writing, planning, and organisational skills.
• Ability to navigate complex organisational dynamics and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimise digital communication platforms.
• Develop and execute editorial calendars and content strategies.
• Analyse and report on communication performance to refine strategies.

Skills

Digital Communications

Content Management

Strategic Planning

Writing

Organisational Skills

Tools

SharePoint

Power BI

Email Marketing Platforms

Job description

Communications Manager – Digital Channels (12-Month FTC)

Start date: End of June

A global automotive/tech organisation is seeking a strategic and creative Communications Manager with a strong focus on digital channels to join its Communications team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Head of Communications, this role will lead the management and optimisation of internal and external digital platforms to enhance engagement, elevate brand presence, and support business objectives.

The successful candidate will oversee content planning and creation, manage external agency relationships, and collaborate closely with internal teams—particularly HR and IT—to deliver impactful communication campaigns. They will ensure all initiatives are aligned with brand standards, data-driven, and continuously improved through insights and performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimise digital communication platforms, staying ahead of trends and technologies.
• Develop and execute editorial calendars and content strategies across channels.
• Uphold brand consistency and support brand positioning efforts.
• Partner with internal teams to deliver effective internal communications and campaigns.
• Contribute to external marketing communications to support business growth.
• Analyse and report on communication performance, using insights to refine strategies.
• Coordinate with external partners to deliver high-quality, on-budget projects.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in digital communications and content management.
• Strong writing, planning, and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in tools such as SharePoint, Power BI, and email marketing platforms.
• Ability to navigate complex organisational dynamics and influence stakeholders.
• Results-driven, collaborative, and accountable with a continuous improvement mindset.

If you have the experience and would like to find out more, please apply ASAP with your current CV.

Note: Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will contact successful candidates directly.