External Communications Manager

Manpower 2Sisters; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food manufacturer is seeking an External Communications Manager based in Birmingham. The role involves developing and executing communication strategies, building media relationships, and supporting brand reputation management. Ideal candidates will have a background in corporate communications, preferably in food manufacturing or FMCG, alongside strong digital skills. This position offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Highly Competitive Salary

Car Allowance

Health Cash Plan

Excellent Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in external communications, ideally in food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong understanding of industry trends like sustainability and health.
• Ability to lead media and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead external communication strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Build relationships with media and stakeholders.
• Support crisis communications to safeguard brand reputation.
• Oversee digital engagement with marketing teams.
• Develop proactive public affairs strategies.

Skills

Corporate communications experience

Media relations

Stakeholder engagement

Digital and social media savvy

Data-driven approach

Education

Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related discipline

Job description

External Communications Manager

Location: Based out of a newly renovated Birmingham Support Centre which is a short walk from Birmingham International Railway Station with a journey time to London of around an hour.

Package: Highly Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Health Cash Plan + Excellent Company Benefits

About Us:

Join 2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.

Role Profile:

Are you an experienced communications professional who is passionate about strategic storytelling and reputation management? 2 Sisters Food Group, a major player in the UK food manufacturing industry, is seeking an External Communications Manager to develop and drive impactful communication strategies that enhance our brand, engage stakeholders, and support business goals.

What you\'ll do:

• Lead and execute comprehensive external communication strategies aligned with our purpose and objectives across multiple business units.
• Build strong media and both internal & external stakeholder relationships, acting as a spokesperson and monitoring industry trends.
• Support crisis communications to protect brand reputation during challenges.
• Oversee digital engagement and ensure corporate messaging consistency with marketing teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels across the business.
• Support the development of a proactive public affairs strategy influencing legislative and regulatory matters.

About you:

• Degree qualified in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related discipline is advantageous.
• Proven corporate communications experience, ideally within food manufacturing, FMCG, or related sectors, is highly advantageous.
• Experience in external communications such as press office, public affairs, media relations, or stakeholder engagement is essential.
• Digital and social media savvy with data-driven approach to measure communications effectiveness.
• Knowledgeable about industry trends including sustainability, health, and regulatory issues is advantageous.

Why 2 Sisters Food Group?

Join one of the UK's leading food manufacturers, part of the Boparan Group, with a commitment to quality and innovation. We offer a dynamic, supportive environment where you can make a real impact.

Apply today and be part of a passionate team shaping the future of food.

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