Corporate Communications Executive

DFL; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent football club in Manchester is seeking a Corporate Communications specialist to drive messaging and PR efforts. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and experience in media relations, contributing to key narratives and strategies. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth, ideal for candidates passionate about sports and communications.

Benefits

Annual incentive scheme

Wellness support

Exclusive discounts

Gym facilities

Enhanced family leave benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven ability to engage with media to pitch stories.
• Experience in compiling media coverage reports.
• Excellent attention to detail and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate communications strategy development.
• Develop media messages for stakeholders.
• Cultivate relations with media and stakeholders.
• Execute effective PR campaigns for the club.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communications

Experience in public relations and media

Knowledge of the media landscape

Expertise in social media

Ability to engage with media

Event management experience

Collaboration across departments

Education

Relevant professional experience

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.

We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.

The Purpose:

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Communications and Advocacy, this role helps shape how Manchester United tells its corporate and commercial story. From partnerships and digital products to fan engagement and community campaigns, you’ll drive proactive and reactive comms across media and key stakeholders in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. It’s a standout opportunity to elevate the narrative behind our business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the development and delivery of an effective corporate communications strategy.
• Developing and delivering key messages for media and other stakeholders.
• Supporting senior colleagues with issues management and narrative development.
• Cultivating and managing relations with the media and other stakeholders.
• Developing and executing sophisticated and effective PR campaigns and activations for the club and its partners.
• Planning and delivering public-facing club events.
• Drafting of written materials, including press releases, articles, speeches, letters, and messaging.
• Working across all departments of the club to support their communication needs, and with the Manchester United Foundation comms team to amplify their PR activity.
• Close co-operation with our commercial, content and brand teams to help ensure that all forms of club communication are consistent with our strategic objectives, values and tone of voice.
• Close co-operation with our football comms team to ensure alignment between football and corporate narratives; while this role will be mostly focused on off-field issues, it will involve occasional support for football comms and work with our club legends and ambassadors.

Key Skills & Experience

• Excellent abilities in written and verbal communications, with flair, creativity, and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Relevant professional experience in communications, public relations and/or media.
• Excellent knowledge of the media landscape, preferably including football and sports business; experience working with international media also an advantage.
• Excellent knowledge of social media, and experience of using media monitoring tools.
• Proven ability to engage with media to pitch stories and secure positive media coverage.
• Experience in compiling media coverage reports and analysis, and in maintaining contacts databases.
• Experience in public affairs, stakeholder relations and events management all advantages.
• Ability to work and collaborate across departments in a complex organisation, and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders.
• Experience of working in the sports, entertainment or leisure industries an advantage, but strong candidates from other backgrounds will also be considered.
• High standards, strong work ethic, resilience, and a positive and collaborative mindset all essential.

What We Offer:

At Manchester United, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

• Annual incentive scheme
• Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace
• Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners
• Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities
• Enhanced family Leave Benefits and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
• Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs
• A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth

Our Commitment to You:

At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ready to Join Us?

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