Public Relations Communications Manager

Stagecoach Group Limited; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Defined Contribution pension scheme

Stagecoach bus travel pass

Access to retail and leisure discounts

Job summary

A leading transport company is seeking a proactive PR & Communications Manager to lead communications across its Operating Companies. The role involves developing PR strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and enhancing community engagement. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in PR and proven project management skills. This full-time position offers an annual salary of £40,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong background in PR, communications, or media relations.
• Proven track record delivering commercial and engagement results.
• Excellent project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver regional PR strategies aligned to commercial goals.
• Lead press office activity and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Support stakeholder relationships with clear communications.

Skills

PR background

Excellent writing skills

Media relations experience

Strategic thinking

Job description

Overview

Stagecoach Group Limited is seeking a proactive and creative PR & Communications Manager to lead internal and external communications across our Operating Companies in the Midlands, West and Wales. This is a full-time role to drive positive press coverage, connect with communities, support internal culture, and engage key stakeholders — influencing how people see and experience Stagecoach.

Position and location

Regional PR & Communications Manager
Flexible location (based within the Midlands, West or Wales)
Full-time

Salary: £40,000 per annum + Car Allowance

What you’ll be doing

• Delivering regional PR strategies aligned to commercial goals and customer focus.
• Supporting, delivering and maximising involvement with local and / or national partnerships for your Operating Companies.
• Leading press office activity, drafting press releases, handling enquiries, and responding to incidents.
• Building and nurturing strong media and stakeholder relationships.
• Supporting national campaigns with a local voice and impact.
• Managing internal communication across your Operating Companies including supporting local management teams and cascading news from central support functions and the wider organisation group via Blink and additional channels.
• Amplifying community and charity engagement to enhance our local presence.
• Supporting stakeholder relationships with clear, aligned communications.
• Working closely with Managing Directors and regional leadership to tell a powerful, consistent story.

What you'll bring

• A strong background in PR, communications, or media relations.
• Proven track record delivering commercial, customer sentiment and people engagement results through similar work.
• Proven experience changing perception through a multi-year evolving narrative through comms and PR Budget management.
• Media training and experience in crisis communications.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• A confident, collaborative approach to managing multiple stakeholders.
• Curiosity for local markets and a passion for public transport.
• Strategic thinking combined with hands-on delivery.
• Exceptional communication and relationship building skills, capable of generating confidence in any given audience.
• Excellent project management, capable of delivering multi projects at the same time.
• Event management experience and a talent for creating meaningful connections.

Benefits

• Annual Discretionary Bonus Scheme (up to 10% of salary)
• Defined Contribution pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 6%
• A Stagecoach bus travel pass for you and a companion
• Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts

Ready to help us raise the bar?

Apply today and be part of something brilliant.

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. We also live by our five values across Stagecoach; We plan for the future, we do the right thing, we are stronger together, we are down to earth, and we support communities.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Public Relations

Stagecoach is an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all eligible candidates.