Marketing and Communications Manager

Additional Resources Ltd; Metchley; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a Communications Manager to develop and deliver its communications strategy across various media. The role involves leading public relations functions, managing digital content, and overseeing communications plans. Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of relevant experience and must hold a full UK driving licence. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Free on-site parking

Casual dress

25 days annual leave

Travel expense reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in communications, public relations, or media.
• Must be eligible for relevant security clearance due to the sensitive nature of the role.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel extensively across the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead the marketing and public relations function across regional initiatives and events.
• Develop and implement annual communications plans aligned with organisational objectives.
• Manage the creation and delivery of digital and social media content.
• Produce press releases, newsletters, case studies, video content, and web updates.
• Liaise with external agencies, partners, and stakeholders.
• Manage the organisation's website including SEO optimisation and analytics reporting.

Skills

Crafting press releases

Digital marketing knowledge

Social media platform knowledge

Event coordination

SEO campaign management

Education

Communications or marketing qualification

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Communications Manager to join a well-established public sector organisation providing administrative, logistical, and estate management support to Reserve units and cadet organisations.

As a Communications Manager, you will develop and deliver the organisation's communications strategy across all media and stakeholder channels.

This full-time, permanent role offers flexible working hours, a salary of £36,530 and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading the marketing and public relations function across a wide range of regional initiatives and events
• Developing and implementing annual communications plans aligned with organisational objectives
• Managing the creation and delivery of digital and social media content
• Producing press releases, newsletters, case studies, video content and web updates
• Maintaining brand consistency and ensuring adherence to brand guidelines
• Liaising with external agencies, partners and stakeholders
• Managing the organisation's website including SEO optimisation and analytics reporting
• Line management of a Communications Administrative Officer

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Marketing and Communications Manager, Communications Manager, Public Relations Manager, Marketing Manager, PR Manager, Marketing Officer, Marketing and Communications Officer or in a similar role.
• At least 1 year of experience in communications, public relations, or media
• Must be eligible for relevant security clearance due to the sensitive nature of the role
• Communications or marketing qualification (or relevant equivalent experience)
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel extensively across the region

Ideal candidate will be someone who have the below:

• Proven experience in crafting press releases, web content, case studies, advertisements, and video materials
• Knowledge of digital marketing and social media platforms
• Prior involvement in event coordination and SEO campaign management

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Free on-site parking
• Casual dress
• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Travel expense reimbursement for business use of private vehicle

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected organisation in a key communications leadership role.

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