PR and Content Manager

Compass Group UK; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Join Our Team as a PR and Content Manager!

Are you a creative and strategic communicator with a passion for crafting engaging content? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for managing multiple projects? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Position: PR and Content Manager

Location: Chertsey / Parklands (Hybrid Role)

Salary: £40-45k dependent on experience

Role Overview:

As a PR and Content Manager, you will play a key role in our in-house communications team. You will be responsible for producing and creating relevant content for trade media and digital channels, supporting and developing key company campaigns, and providing PR support to the Compass One sector, including One Retail, Healthcare, and White Oaks.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Create engaging and strategic content across multiple channels, including digital assets, press releases, features, opinion pieces, thought leadership, our websites and white papers.
2. Manage campaigns such as Stop Food Waste Day, Social value including planet, people, health and wellbeing, and National Apprenticeship Week.
3. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including sector communications leads, marketing teams, Inside Sales, and PR agencies.
4. Support internal and external events, including conferences and awards.
5. Manage social media channels and advise on best practices.
6. Report on successes and advise on future plans.
7. Respond to general media inquiries, including crisis management support as part of an 'on call' team rota.

Person Specification:

1. Strong verbal communication skills.
2. Digital media experience.
3. Excellent written ability, including writing for various channels and audiences.
4. Organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.
5. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
6. At least five years of related experience in copywriting, PR journalism, or content creation.

Why Join Us?

1. Be part of a dynamic and supportive team.
2. Opportunities to upskill and learn on the job.
3. Work on exciting projects that make a real impact.
4. Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are a self-starter with a positive attitude and a willingness to try new things, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career with Compass Group UK & Ireland.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favorite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!