PR & Comms Manager (In-house) - Sustainability

LATTE; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work with 3 days in the office

Structured training and mentoring

Job summary

A leading company in the circular economy is seeking a PR & Comms Manager to redefine its communication strategy. In this role, you will develop a PR strategy that connects complex technology to engaging consumer narratives. The ideal candidate should have 4-6 years of experience in PR and communications, pivoting seamlessly between B2B and B2C marketing. This is a hybrid position based in Cambridge, prioritizing professional growth through training and leadership development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of experience in PR and communications, ideally in technology or consumer sectors.
• Experience marketing a business with a focus on both B2B and B2C audiences.
• Proven ability to pitch and build relationships with journalists.

Responsibilities

• Develop a PR strategy connecting technology and consumer storytelling.
• Manage media relations to enhance press coverage.
• Engage with stakeholders across industries and policy.
• Create B2B and B2C campaigns to educate the public.

Skills

PR and communications expertise

Consumer storytelling

Media relations

Strategic marketing

Relationship building

Job description

Step into this in-house role where you’ll raise crucial awareness for the world’s waste crisis. As this innovator pivots from technical B2B comms to consumer storytelling, you lead the narrative from a foundation of world-class research and industry-shaping innovation.

• Job title: PR & Comms Manager
• Location: Cambridge (Hybrid)

Please note: This is a confidential role. More information on the company will be shared if you are shortlisted for a briefing call.

About the company

Our client is a high-growth pioneer in the circular economy, using advanced material science to tackle global pollution at its source.

With a foundation in proprietary, science-led innovation, they have developed a solution to replace one of the world’s most persistent environmental pollutants. Having already secured high-level partnerships with global FMCG and retail giants, the company is now entering a high-visibility and exciting phase of growth.

Traditionally focused on technical B2B positioning, the comms team is now scaling its narrative to speak directly to a consumer audience. You will join an ambitious, collaborative team to lead the transition to becoming a mainstream sustainable standard.

Benefits & Culture

• A hybrid approach with 3 days per week in the Cambridge office
• Professional growth is prioritised with access to structured training, mentoring, and expansive leadership development opportunities.

About the job

Key responsibilities:

• Take ownership of a PR strategy that bridges the gap between complex technology and consumer-friendly storytelling.
• Act as the primary engine for press relations, bringing media connections in-house to build on recent heavy-hitting coverage in national, tier 1 media outlets.
• Navigate the entire supply chain, managing both reputations and communications.
• Help shape the future of the industry by supporting initiatives by engaging with stakeholders across industry and policy.
• Develop and deliver targeted B2B and B2C campaigns that educate the public on the company’s vision while driving commercial demand for licensing partners.

About you

The ideal candidate:

• You bring 4-6+ years of experience in PR and Communications, ideally with a background in technology or consumer.
• You understand how to market a business and can pivot seamlessly between high-level B2B corporate comms and engaging B2C consumer stories.
• You are a natural at pitching and have a proven track record of building lasting relationships with national, trade, and consumer journalists.
• You are a strategic thinker who is also comfortable executing the media kits and press releases yourself.
• You have a “can-do” attitude and the gravitas to handle the fast-paced environment of a scaling innovation company.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship is not available for this role – you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

Interested?

Apply to this role by via LinkedIn. For more information, please contact Christabel Hosking – [e-mail]

Our team reviews every application personally. If you don’t hear from us within 7 working days, it means we won’t be progressing your application this time.