Senior Marketing and Communications Manager

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Marketing and Communications Manager to enhance stakeholder engagement and promote sustainable farming practices. This role involves crafting compelling content across various channels, from digital to in-person events, while collaborating with a diverse network of partners across Europe. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in communication strategies, project management, and content creation, with a passion for sustainability and healthy lifestyles. Join a vibrant team dedicated to making a positive impact in agroecological farming and soil health management.

Benefits

27 days annual holiday

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Free membership of the Soil Association

Volunteer days for community initiatives

Family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in delivering communication strategies and activities.
• Ability to create diverse content for various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication strategies for stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with partners to boost visibility of projects.

Skills

Communication Strategies

Stakeholder Engagement

Content Creation

Project Management

Social Media

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or Communications

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Content Management Systems

Social Media Platforms

Graphic Design Software (e.g., Canva)

Job description

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Senior Marketing and Communications Manager, Bristol

Client: Soil Association

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

This is a great opportunity to bring your skills in building communication strategies that deliver strong stakeholder engagement and increase audience reach across various channels including digital, social media, and in-person events to the Soil Association Farmer Communications team. You'll work on EU Commissioned pan-European projects collaborating with researchers, scientists, farmers, and land managers to reach diverse stakeholders from policy makers to farmers and citizens, promoting vital changes in agroecological farming and soil health management. As part of the communication network at the Soil Association, working closely with the Farmer & Land Use team, you will collaborate with partners across 13 countries to highlight the milestones of these high-profile projects and boost their visibility through our European project channels and to farming audiences.

About You

You should have significant experience in delivering communication strategies and activities that meet project targets and deadlines, working with multiple partners and contributors to extract notable outputs and impacts. You will create a variety of content including news pieces, blog posts, podcasts, media articles, interviews, infographics, videos, events, and social media content. You enjoy translating complex, science-based outcomes into accessible content for a broad range of stakeholders, from policy makers to farmers, citizens, students, and industry sectors. You are personable, eager to network, build relationships, and collaborate effectively. You are organized, experienced in planning activities aligned with project goals, and capable of managing budgets.

We offer various financial and lifestyle benefits, including:

• 27 days annual holiday, increasing to 30 days with length of service, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contributions increasing with service length
• Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce
• Volunteer days to support community and green initiatives
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements
• Cycle to work scheme

Our workplace is sociable and engaging, shared by professionals passionate about healthy, sustainable lifestyles and produce.

Hours

37.5 hours per week

Fixed Term - 12 Months

Location

Bristol with hybrid working (some European travel required)