Communications Officer

The Growth Company; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic communications firm based in Manchester seeks a Communications Officer to deliver effective communication strategies. This hybrid role requires excellent writing and interpersonal skills, managing stakeholder relationships, and crafting engaging content across various platforms. Candidates should have proven experience in communications or PR and a proactive approach under tight deadlines. Join a forward-thinking team committed to safeguarding welfare and promoting diversity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience working in press, PR, or an in-house communications role.
• Proven track record of delivering engaging communications and campaigns, with measurable results.
• Experience of managing corporate social media channels and producing regular online content.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and implement The Growth Company Communications Strategy and campaigns.
• Create engaging content across various communications channels.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders.
• Manage media relations and respond to media enquiries.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive approach

Attention to detail

Tools

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

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The Growth Company is seeking a Communications Officer to work within the Group Marketing and Communications team to effectively deliver communications activity on behalf of GM Business Growth Hub.

This role will involve developing and maintaining good relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners including journalists, PR agencies, commissioners, key stakeholders, communications peers, and media with a particular focus on targeted, high-profile national media.

You will play a key role in creating and sharing content such as press releases, newsletters, speeches, website copy and other materials.

This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with a mix of remote working and office-based days.

Key Responsibilities:

• Play a key role in the delivery and implementation of The Growth Company Communications Strategy and associated campaigns and projects.
• Create and manage engaging, audience-appropriate content across various communications channels, including press releases, impact reports, web content, briefing documents, and social media.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders including GMCA, DWP, BEIS, local authorities, LEPs, and delivery partners.
• Support the development and delivery of engaging external communications campaigns and event promotion materials.
• Actively manage media relations, including building relationships with journalists and responding to media enquiries where appropriate.
• Collaborate with PR agencies to raise the profile of The Growth Company’s work, products, and services.
• Monitor and evaluate communications activity, ensuring timely reporting on engagement, reach, and impact.
• Draft corporate statements and messaging in response to press or public communications needs.

About You:

• Excellent writing skills, with the ability to tailor content for a wide range of audiences and formats.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to build positive relationships internally and externally.
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and calm approach under pressure, with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team, with a professional and flexible mindset.

Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrable experience working in press, PR, or an in-house communications role.
• Proven track record of delivering engaging communications and campaigns, with measurable results.
• Experience of managing corporate social media channels and producing regular online content.
• Skilled in developing campaign materials and asset packs across various platforms and audiences.
• Good working knowledge of communications principles, media relations, and using tools such as PowerPoint and Microsoft Office.

At GC, safeguarding the welfare of all individuals including vulnerable adults and young people is a top priority, and we expect all staff to uphold this standard. All appointments follow Safer Recruitment Procedures, including a DBS check carried out by Due Diligence Limited (DDC Ltd), at no cost to the successful candidate.

Please note: It is a legal offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity if you are on the Barred List.

We are committed to increasing workforce diversity and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria and either have a disability or are from a diverse ethnic community.

If this applies to you, you can request consideration under this scheme during the application process. Your request will be shared only with the Hiring Manager and Internal Recruitment Team.