Communications Project Manager (Public Sector)

MCS Group; Newry; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Newry seeks an experienced professional to manage strategic communications and high-impact events. This role involves planning and executing campaigns, overseeing event delivery, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. Ideal candidates have a strong background in communications, proven experience in events management, and a degree. The position offers a competitive salary of £44-45k, hybrid working, and extensive annual leave.

Benefits

Fantastic annual leave allowance (42 days)

Onsite parking

Flexi time

Qualifications

• Proven track record in planning and delivering impactful large-scale events.
• Experience executing integrated marketing campaigns aligned with strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of large-scale events to enhance brand visibility.
• Monitor and report on communications performance including campaign KPIs.
• Manage external suppliers and mentor team members.

Skills

Experience in communications and/or events management

Skilled in developing public and media relations strategies

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Education

A third level qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you experienced in delivering high-impact events within the public sector? This role offers the chance to lead the planning and execution of large-scale events that enhance brand visibility, engage key stakeholders, and support the organisation's strategic objectives.

The role

• Develop and implement strategic communications initiatives, including marketing projects, public/media relations, and large-scale events, aligned with corporate objectives.
• Provide expert communications advice to internal teams and stakeholders, managing campaign delivery and ensuring alignment with strategic goals and brand positioning.
• Lead and execute targeted, data-driven marketing campaigns across digital, email, and traditional channels, ensuring consistent messaging and measurable ROI.
• Oversee planning and delivery of high-impact events, coordinating with internal teams, external partners, and speakers to enhance brand visibility.
• Create and manage public/media relations content, including press releases, speeches, and articles to promote brand awareness and organisational messaging.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on communications performance, including campaign KPIs, marketing spend effectiveness, and recommendations for optimisation.
• Manage external suppliers and mentor team members, ensuring quality delivery of communication activities, strategic alignment, and value for money.

The Person

As the successful candidate you will have the following background and experience:

Essential

• Experience in communications and/or events management.
• A third level qualification
• Proven track record in planning and delivering impactful large-scale events.
• Experience executing integrated marketing campaigns aligned with strategic goals.
• Skilled in developing public and media relations strategies and content creation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

What's in it for you?

• An annual salary £44-45k
• Fantastic annual leave allowance (42 days)
• Hybrid working
• Flexi time
• Onsite parking
• An opportunity to play a key role in delivering strategic communications within a dynamic public sector environment, contributing to brand impact, stakeholder engagement, and long-term organisational goals.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Meghan Hamilton, Senior Recruitment Consultant on 02896935508 or on email at [e-mail].

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.

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