Marketing & Communications Manager

Search and Select; Douglas; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Searchandselect is seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager to join our client’s team in the UK. This pivotal role covers internal and external communications to ensure consistent, impactful messaging across platforms, fostering strong relationships and enhancing brand reputation.

The successful candidate will be strategic with excellent written and verbal skills, with a proven track record in media relations, content creation, social media management, and crisis communications; you will

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a communications management role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Experience in media relations, social media, web content, and internal comms best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage media relations and work with PR agency to secure coverage.
• Develop and manage content for external channels (press releases, website, social media).
• Curate websites to keep content clear and up-to-date reflecting changes in people, processes and policies.

Skills

Internal communications

External communications

Media relations

Crisis communications

Content development

Social media management

Web content management

Brand messaging

Budget management

Health and safety procedures

Tools

Analytics tools

Job description

Our client seeks a highly motivated and experienced Marketing & Communications Manager to join their team.

This is a pivotal role covering internal and external communications to ensure consistent, impactful messaging across all platforms, fostering strong relationships and enhancing overall brand reputation.

The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a proven track record of delivering results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage media relations, working with the PR agency to build relationships with journalists, handle press enquiries, and secure positive media coverage.
• Develop and manage engaging content for external channels, including press releases, website copy, social media, and marketing materials.
• Curate websites to ensure content is clear and accurate, supporting the business to make any updates to reflect changes in people, processes, policies etc.
• Oversee social media strategy and execution, monitoring online reputation and engaging with audiences.
• Develop and implement effective internal communication strategies to ensure employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with company goals .
• Create and manage internal communication channels, including newsletters, intranet content, and employee briefings.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication from leadership to employees.
• Support internal change management communications.
• Produce high-quality, consistent content for diverse audiences and channels, ensuring brand voice and messaging are maintained.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans and manage communication during critical incidents, both internally and externally, with support from the PR agency.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication activities, providing regular reports and recommendations.
• Manage the communications budget effectively.
• Follow established health and safety procedures.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in a communications management role, with a focus on both internal and external communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong understanding of media relations, social media management, web content management, and internal communication best practices.
• Ability to develop and implement effective communication strategies.
• Experience in crisis communication management.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience using communication and social media analytics tools.