Total 13 pr media communications job vacancies in nottingham nottinghamshire ng1 5gn

Are you an ambitious PR professional ready to take the next step in your career?

As a PR Executive, you will play a pivotal role in our Brand Engagement Team, reporting directly to the PR Manager. You will be responsible for leading the day-to-day management of our influencer programme, responding to media requests, supporting our link building project and developing proactive media outreach strategies. This is an exciting opportunity to enhance our PR efforts and contribute to our overall marketing objectives within a fast-paced, dynamic organisation.

Here is what you will be doing:


Lead the day-to-day operations of our influencer programme, including identifying potential partnerships, managing relationships, and coordinating product gifting initiatives.
Respond to media inquiries promptly and professionally, ensuring that all requests are addressed effectively.
Develop and execute creative ideas for proactive media outreach, including pitches and story angles that align with our brand messaging.
Collaborate with the SEO team to generate ideas for link-building strategies that enhance our online visibility.
Assist in planning and executing PR campaigns, ensuring they are aligned with overall marketing goals.
Write compelling press releases, media briefs, and editorial content that resonate with target audiences.
Monitor and report on PR performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.


Interested in the role? Here is what we are looking for.


A minimum of one year of experience in PR, either in-house or at an agency, with a proven track record of managing media relationships and campaigns.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to craft engaging content and effectively convey brand messages.
An innovative and proactive approach in generating ideas for media outreach and influencer engagement.
Strong time management and organisational abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Be comfortable using data to measure success and identify opportunities for improvement.
A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and works well with cross-functional teams.


Why join us?

Take your PR career to the next level with opportunities for growth and professional development within a global leader in the industry. As part of the Hunter Douglas group, you’ll have the chance to work across multiple brands and advance in a fast-paced, dynamic organisation.

Make a significant contribution to our PR strategy and influence the perception of our brand in the market.

You’ll receive many benefits, such as generous staff discount (including family and friends!), healthcare and lifestyle packages, and a fantastic working environment.

Everyone who applies will receive a response.

Are you an ambitious, forward-thinking individual with a passion for PR? Ready to take the next step in your career? If so, we want to hear from you!

Hillarys, the UK’s leading made-to-measure and in-home blinds, curtains, and shutters company, is excited to invite an enthusiastic and driven entry-level PR Assistant to join our Brand Engagement Team. This role provides a fantastic opportunity to support our PR function and build strong relationships across multiple brands within the Hunter Douglas group.

Here is what you will be doing:


Assist in planning and implementing PR campaigns and brainstorming campaign ideas.
Keep up-to-date with industry trends to fuel innovative campaign development.
Maintain and update media lists and reports.
Help support link-building activity across our brands.
Support our press office function for The Hillarys Group brands.
Liaise with influencers for paid partnerships and product gifting opportunities.
Project manage PR events for product launches and campaigns.
Draft editorial copy, including press releases and expert quotes.


Interested in the role? Here is what we are looking for.


The ability to efficiently meet deadlines with meticulous attention to detail.
Be comfortable working independently and proactively.
Have a collaborative mindset with the ability to build effective relationships.
Be creative and proficient in idea generation.
Have excellent written and verbal skills for engaging with media and internal teams.
Be comfortable utilising data and market insights to create reports.


Why join us?

Play a key role in our dynamic PR team and establish effective working relationships with stakeholders. Grow your career in PR with a market-leading organisation committed to innovation and excellence. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. Receive ongoing training and mentoring to support your career aspirations.

You’ll receive many benefits, such as generous staff discount (including family and friends!), healthcare and lifestyle packages, and a fantastic working environment.

Everyone who applies will receive a response.

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The Digital Content and PR Executive is a marketing delivery role responsible for developing impactful content, stories and news
to our communities that support our overall marketing objectives.




You will work cross-departmentally on projects that engage our communities through content delivery via our direct digital
channels (social, email, website) and building relationships with external outlets such as press and influencers' across our
region.




YMCA Robin Hood has undertaken a significant period of growth and service development in recent years, this role will help us to
connect with our communities, primarily focusing on three main engagement areas:


Engaging our communities with digital content
Working with the wider marketing team, in particular our graphic designer, and organisation stakeholders to plan, create, and
deliver digital content across our channels such as our social media pages, digital ad campaigns, websites and email marketing.
Leading on content creation and delivery.




Developing relationships with our community through PR and copy content
Building relationships with local press (TV, radio, news outlets, magazines), local influencers and digital communities alongside
senior marketing team members. Providing compelling stories of our services, our people, our impact and our activity.
Additionally, reacting to local topics of interest, communications and chaperoning service users, press and media when required
with a senior marketing team member.



Creating copy content for digital marketing channels

Be responsible for our digital content calendar along with supporting campaigns with website edits, copy content and email
marketing.







About You





Through your portfolio of work you will be able to showcase your experience of working across a variety of social media channel
and platform, creating great, targeted content. You will also be able to share your experience of writing press releases where
you have built positive relationships with local press and new outlets.




You might also have gained experience of email marketing campaigns and creating content for websites including photo and video
shoots.




You will love being creative and have a natural flair for creating engaging, impactful contact which really speaks to your target
audience.




With good face to face and written communication skills, you will be able to work with stakeholders to understand their needs and
also share your concepts before writing accurate, compelling and appropriate content. You must be able to work to tight deadlines
and manage a fast paced workload, able to responding to the needs of the organisation.




You will be supported by the wider Marketing & PR team and you will work closely as a team collaborating on pieces of work and
also working independently.




You will primarily be based from our Nottingham City Centre head office based within the Malt Cross, but you must be willing and
able to regularly travel to our Community & Activity Village in Newark, another key location for us. It is possible you may be
working from an office 5 days a week if required but we do try to provide 1 day working from home.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Media Sales Executive
Newark, Full Time, Permanent
£24,500 plus commission OTE of £34,000

Our award-winning, Newark based client is looking to appoint a driven, enthusiastic and hardworking Media Sales Executive to join their busy sales team on a full time, permanent basis.

THE ROLE

The successful Media Sales Executive will work with an established customer portfolio to convert a large quantity of warm leads and enquiries. Key responsibilities will include:

Processing orders, actively checking lead times and progress of orders
Strong sales and investigative skills with knowledge of sales
Learning utilising CRM and lead follow up systems and process
Developing a sound understanding of a wide range of media and media solutions and their applications
Proactive and reactive Sales call handling, to grow business
Dealing directly with Customers in all areas, liaising with other departments to ensure a great standard of customer service
Picking up enquiries and warm leads from customers and prospects looking for information and quotes for products
Creating quality written communications
Representing the company in a positive light, always providing the best customer experience possible
Delivering sales against set KPI’s
Ensuring adherence to codes of practice and business processes

THE CANDIDATE

The successful Media Sales Executive will have excellent organisational skills, the ability to multi-task and be able to demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

Knowledge of CRMs and how to use them to improve lead follow up and sales processing (HubSpot, Sales Force or similar)
Experience of working in a customer facing role ideally in a sales capacity
Candidates must also be familiar with MS Office, particularly Microsoft Word/Excel. An interest in technology would also be an advantage
Background of achieving targets
A strong communicator and negotiator
Confident and quick learner
Proactive, ambitious and driven
Attention to detail and accuracy
Target driven with a desire to continuously improve

THE BENEFITS

Paid day off for your birthday
Buy additional holidays scheme
Additional holidays for length of service
Employee Assistance Programme
Company Sick Pay
Paid day off to Volunteer
Staff Events
Flexible working from home can be requested after initial training

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THIS VACANCY AND GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

If you have not heard from a member of the Future Prospects team within 7 days from your application, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback.

The services of Future Prospects are those of an Employment Agency.

Games Workshop has an exciting remote opportunity for a Social Media Specialist to join our Marketing Team. This is a remote based position from the UK, Spain, France or Italy. Language requirements are Spanish & English to a proficient level plus one additional language from Italian or French.

Are you passionate about how social media connects customers with brands? Do you enjoy interacting with highly engaged fans and keeping online social spaces inclusive and exciting places for our community? If so, Games Workshop has an exciting opportunity for a Social Media Specialist to join our Global Marketing Team.

As our Social Media Specialist for the Spanish market, you should possess professional experience in working with social media platforms and analytics tools, along with a proven track record of managing and/or moderating social channels for national or global brands. Additionally, proficiency in both written and spoken English and Spanish is required.

You will work closely with our UK-based global social media team, receiving support from both our social media manager and the wider team. As a remote worker and language expert, your proactive approach, initiative, and adaptability will be crucial.

Your key responsibilities will include generating ideas for new content by drawing inspiration from the community and leading non-category brands, preparing content briefs for the marketing studio, and posting scheduled content according to the social media planner. You will monitor and manage comments and reactions on our social channels, escalating concerns when content underperforms or when there is a high level of negativity. Additionally, you will conduct social listening for specific campaigns, topics, or accounts, monitor performance, and provide regular analytics data to optimise content and contribute to daily, weekly, and campaign reporting. As part of the global social media team, you will own and implement content and platform strategies in your region to ensure Games Workshop engages with customers where they are.

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships with different teams, including a UK based team. Having an existing interest in and knowledge of our exciting universes, including Warhammer Age of Sigmar, Warhammer 40,000 and related games, novels and miniature ranges, will be a definite advantage.

Working at Games Workshop

At Games Workshop we are looking for people who will do their best to understand the needs of the company and to put those needs first when they are at work. Because of this, we believe that what you are like, hence the attitude you show to work and the way you choose to behave is just as important as your skills and experience.

Other Essential Information

Closing Date: Applications must be received by midnight, UK time, Sunday 28th July 2024

Location: This is a home based role from Spain, France, Italy or the UK.

Travel: There will be occasional travel required to local events in Europe and to the HQ in Nottingham, UK. This is expected to be no more than two event visits and one UK visit per year.

Working pattern: To support chat moderation, you must be able to work flexibly. This may include weekends, evenings and occasional bank holidays to be agreed upon.

Language Requirement: Native level Spanish and business fluency in English is essential. Fluency in Italian or French would also be advantageous.

How to Apply

To apply, please send us a letter or a video telling us why you want this job. This is a great opportunity for you to let us know that you understand what we are looking for.

Please include an up-to-date CV and links to your previous social media work. When you're ready, please click apply, below

As our Social Media Specialist for the Italian market, you should possess professional experience in working with social media platforms and analytics tools, along with a proven track record of managing and/or moderating social channels for national or global brands. Additionally, proficiency in both written and spoken English and Italian is required.

You will work closely with our UK-based global social media team, receiving support from both our social media manager and the wider team. As a remote worker and language expert, your proactive approach, initiative, and adaptability will be crucial.

Your key responsibilities will include generating ideas for new content by drawing inspiration from the community and leading non-category brands, preparing content briefs for the marketing studio, and posting scheduled content according to the social media planner. You will monitor and manage comments and reactions on our social channels, escalating concerns when content underperforms or when there is a high level of negativity. Additionally, you will conduct social listening for specific campaigns, topics, or accounts, monitor performance, and provide regular analytics data to optimise content and contribute to daily, weekly, and campaign reporting. As part of the global social media team, you will own and implement content and platform strategies in your region to ensure Games Workshop engages with customers where they are.

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships with different teams, including a UK based team. Having an existing interest in and knowledge of our exciting universes, including Warhammer Age of Sigmar, Warhammer 40,000 and related games, novels and miniature ranges, will be a definite advantage.

Working at Games Workshop

At Games Workshop we are looking for people who will do their best to understand the needs of the company and to put those needs first when they are at work. Because of this, we believe that what you are like, hence the attitude you show to work and the way you choose to behave is just as important as your skills and experience.

Other Essential Information

Closing Date: Applications must be received by midnight, UK time, Sunday 28th July 2024

Location: This is a home based role from Italy, France, Spain or the UK.

Travel: There will be occasional travel required to local events in Europe and to the HQ in Nottingham, UK. This is expected to be no more than two event visits and one UK visit per year.

Working pattern: To support chat moderation, you must be able to work flexibly. This may include weekends, evenings and occasional bank holidays to be agreed upon.

Language Requirement: Native level Italian and business fluency in English is essential. Fluency in French or Spanish would also be advantageous.

How to Apply

To apply, please send us a letter or a video telling us why you want this job. This is a great opportunity for you to let us know that you understand what we are looking for.

Please include an up-to-date CV and links to your previous social media work. When you're ready, please click apply, below

Games Workshop has an exciting remote opportunity for a Social Media Specialist to join our Marketing Team. This is a remote based position from the UK, Spain, France or Italy. Language requirements are French & English to a proficient level.

Are you passionate about how social media connects customers with brands? Do you enjoy interacting with highly engaged fans and keeping online social spaces inclusive and exciting places for our community? If so, Games Workshop has an exciting opportunity for a Social Media Specialist to join our Global Marketing Team.

As our Social Media Specialist for the French market, you should possess professional experience in working with social media platforms and analytics tools, along with a proven track record of managing and/or moderating social channels for national or global brands. Additionally, proficiency in both written and spoken English and French is required.

You will work closely with our UK-based global social media team, receiving support from both our social media manager and the wider team. As a remote worker and language expert, your proactive approach, initiative, and adaptability will be crucial.

Your key responsibilities will include generating ideas for new content by drawing inspiration from the community and leading non-category brands, preparing content briefs for the marketing studio, and posting scheduled content according to the social media planner. You will monitor and manage comments and reactions on our social channels, escalating concerns when content underperforms or when there is a high level of negativity. Additionally, you will conduct social listening for specific campaigns, topics, or accounts, monitor performance, and provide regular analytics data to optimise content and contribute to daily, weekly, and campaign reporting. As part of the global social media team, you will own and implement content and platform strategies in your region to ensure Games Workshop engages with customers where they are.

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships with different teams, including a UK based team. Having an existing interest in and knowledge of our exciting universes, including Warhammer Age of Sigmar, Warhammer 40,000, and related games, novels, and miniature ranges, will be a definite advantage.

Working at Games Workshop

At Games Workshop we are looking for people who will do their best to understand the needs of the company and to put those needs first when they are at work. Because of this, we believe that what you are like, hence the attitude you show to work and the way you choose to behave is just as important as your skills and experience.

Other Essential Information

Closing Date: Applications must be received by midnight, UK time, Sunday 28th July 2024

Location: This is a home based role from France, Spain, Italy or the UK.

Travel: There will be occasional travel required to local events in Europe and to the HQ in Nottingham, UK. This is expected to be no more than two event visits and one UK visit per year.

Working pattern: To support chat moderation, you must be able to work flexibly. This may include weekends, evenings and occasional bank holidays to be agreed upon.

Language Requirement: Native level French and business fluency in English is essential. Fluency in Italian or Spanish would also be advantageous.

How to Apply

To apply, please send us a letter or a video telling us why you want this job. This is a great opportunity for you to let us know that you understand what we are looking for.

Please include an up-to-date CV and links to your previous social media work. When you're ready, please click apply, below

Pro-actively manage and arrange complex routine and ad-hoc activities, appointments and meetings for the communications team with staff and managers both internally and externally to the organisation. Use judgement on the role of the attendee and the priority attached to their attendance by balancing pressures and competing priorities, anticipating and planning future activity and taking responsibility for accepting requests on their behalf. Liaise with external organisations and agencies as necessary to ensure the team diaries and preparation requirements are clear and any conflicts are managed. Ensure the effective functioning of systems which support the communications team by maintaining and managing the communications inbox. Produce high quality documents, including strategies, letters, patient information, reports, presentations and other forms of written material to a high standard of layout and reproduction ensuring adherence to the Trust and NHS ID guidelines. Assist with the proactive management of the social media accounts of the organisation, creating assets where required. Using own judgement on when to escalate matters to a more senior member of the team. Provide and maintain efficient and effective electronic filing systems to support the work of the team, providing comprehensive records of information. Maintain an effective brought forward system, including proactively preparing for engagements in advance. Establish, develop and maintain good working relationships with staff internally and in external organisations. Ensure that members of the team are informed of relevant matters and events. Pro-actively manage routine, complex and urgent enquiries using initiative and judgement in deciding what information may be given, and chasing progress for effective resolution of such enquiries. Address general and complex enquiries relating to the work of the team and personally action matters of a routine nature. Issues may include confidential and sensitive matters involving patients, service users, staff, the public and media. Arrange events, conferences, time-outs or displays on site or off-site, including accommodation, equipment, refreshments and distribution of written materials. Actively participate in the filing, archiving and destruction of documents (both paper-based and computerised) in line with corporate responsibility and Trust policies, ensuring accessibility and confidentiality of information and avoiding duplication where possible. To undertake any other duties which may be reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and grade of the post subject to the proviso that appropriate training is given. Maintain complete confidentiality at all times. During the course of these duties, the post holder will have access to confidential and sensitive material regarding staff and the organisation and on no account must this information be divulged to anyone other than authorised persons as directed by the Associate Director of Communications and Engagement. Exchange complex, contentious and sensitive information of a variety of departmental matters and procedures with the Board of Directors, Executive Directors, and with external organisations including Clinical Commissioning Groups, Integrated Care System, Integrated Care Provider and Healthwatch. Communicate complicated administrative information to staff from other departments and with external organisations. Maintain working relationships with own and other departments. Knowledge of secretarial and administrative procedures and systems including the Trusts register of interests system. Knowledge of specialist functional/medical/legal terms, organisational and non-clinical policies and procedures. Exercise judgement when dealing with enquiries. Analyse information to resolve problems relating to appointments and diary commitments. Work to the teams Standard Operating Procedures, contributing to their ongoing improvement, by developing alternative and additional procedures to ensure the continued improvement and efficiency of systems and procedures within the team. Produce accurate notes to a high standard for meetings. Create and maintain the teams numerous databases. As part of the role, the post holder may have contact with patients/carers. The post holder is required to ensure the security of equipment provided to fulfil the role. The post holder is required to maintain the confidentiality of information contained in paper and computer documents and allow access to this information with regard to Information Governance Policies and Procedures. The post holder must ensure that all Health and Safety responsibilities of an employee are fulfilled.

Internal Communications Manager – Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Buzz Bingo is looking for an experienced Communications Manager to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. We are offering a competitive salary of up to £50,000.

This is a pivotal role within our organisation and requires a professional with excellent communication and organisational skills.

The Internal Communications Manager will manage, plan and execute all internal communications strategies to ensure our employees are informed of all relevant company news.

Responsibilities:


Create an effective internal communications strategy that keeps our people connected, engaged and excited about our business and journey ahead.
Tactical delivery of our strategy through developing and managing internal communication plans, that support our company goals and initiatives, aligned to our values and are relatable and meaningful to all Colleagues across the business.
Work collaboratively with our Marketing Team to ensure internal communication messages are consistent with external communication messages.
Manage the internal communication response to crisis situations which affect business perception and reputation.
Create engaging content for various internal communication channels, including emails, newsletters, intranet, communication and social media platforms.
Liaise with department heads and stakeholders to gather information, plan and coordinate communications and ensure alignment of messaging.
Be an active member of key projects to devise and deliver communication plans which ensures Colleagues are connected to what is happening.
Manage and maintain our communications platform, ensuring it is up-to-date, user-friendly, and reflective of the company values and culture.
Monitor and analyse internal communication metrics to measure effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement.
Provide guidance and support to leadership teams in delivering effective communication to employees.
Act as a liaison between different departments to facilitate cross-functional communication and collaboration.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in internal communications to continuously improve strategies and tactics.
Handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives, such as town hall meetings, regional gatherings and celebration events.


Requirements:


Proven internal communications experience within a large organisation, with a track record of connecting employees to business strategy.
Track record of developing digital frameworks, implementing and managing digital communication channels.
Exceptional writing and story telling skills, with the ability to distill complex information in to clear and engaging messages.
Strong PR experience and familiar with managing agencies effectively.
Good change management experience.
Event management experience.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build relationships at all levels of the organisation.
Ability to challenge stakeholders, whilst maintaining effective relationships.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities with a desire to deliver communications plans to fruition.
Experience developing CSR communication strategies.
Bingo and leisure/retail experience is beneficial in this role.


Hit the Jackpot with Our Benefits

In return for everything you bring, we offer an exciting role in a dynamic business and a great rewards package. We’ll help you build your skills and career as you work with us in a business that never stands still. That means you’ll have access to:


Help@Hand – a physical and mental wellbeing app for you and your family giving you fast remote access to a GP for advice and more
Thrive App – for your mental wellbeing approved by the NHS
My Eva – an online financial expert to help with any money-related matters
Buzz Brights Apprenticeships
Buzz Learning, our digital learning platform with access to 100s of online courses
Access to Trained Mental Health Advocates for advice on your mental wellbeing
Staff discount 50% off bingo tickets, food & soft drinks
Pension


If you feel you meet the requirements and have the desired skills, please apply and we look forward to hearing from you!

Do you have experience in Digital PR? Are you ready for an exciting challenge that will shape the future of our Digital PR strategy? We’re looking for an innovative and experienced Media Relations Manager to join our dynamic team at the forefront of the digital landscape. This exciting opportunity is based as our Hillarys head office site in Colwick, Nottingham, just 10 minutes from the city centre, for 3 days a week, and 2 days working from home. Hillarys are part of the Hunter Douglas group of companies, so this role provides opportunities to work across multiple brands under the group.

As Media Relations Manager you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our digital PR strategy. You’ll be a confident and collaborative communicator, with the ability to quickly foster working relationships, as you’ll managing and nurturing relationships with key media contacts. Whilst general PR experience is beneficial, you’ll have specific experience within the Digital PR landscape, as you’ll be responsible for implementing media campaigns that enhance our link-building efforts and SEO performance.

As Media Relations Manager here’s what you’ll be doing:


Media Campaigns: Devise and execute holistic media relations campaigns, securing coverage across digital platforms, focusing primary on high-authority publications, websites and influential channels
Relationship management: Build enduring relationships with key media contacts, serving as a foundation for valuable link-building, influencer marketing and asset creation opportunities.
Content creation: Be the creative force behind compelling press releases, a well-crafted content calender aligned with cultural moments and engaging media pitches, ensuring these capture attention and align with our SEO goals.
Monitoring and reporting: Identify opportunities for further engagement. Utilise a data-centric approach to measure and evaluate PR performance, concentrating on link-building metrics, SEO rankings and the reach of our media coverage.


Are you the ideal candidate? Here’s what we’re looking for


Minimum of three years’ experience in a digital PR role
Confident communicator with a collaborative approach
Ability to establish relationships and network
Adaptable and innovative
Strategic planner – to implement comprehensive PR campaigns and link builds


Why should you consider this role? Here are just a few reasons:


Make an impact: Take on a key position within our PR team and have a profound impact on our business by refining and shaping our digital PR strategy.
Drive change: You’ll have the autonomy to own this area of the business, seeking opportunities to continuously improve and influence key decisions.
International exposure: As part of the Hunter Douglas group, this role will have opportunities to get involved in digital PR for multiple brands across the globe.


You’ll be joining a vibrant and supportive team that are at the forefront of the market. You’ll receive many benefits, such as generous staff discount (including family and friends!), a healthcare and lifestyle benefits package, discounted gym membership and a fantastic working environment.

We understand that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach, and with this in mind, we are dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace where every colleague feels valued and comfortable to be their true self. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.

Everyone who applies will receive a response.

Do you have experience in Digital PR? Are you ready for an exciting challenge that will shape the future of our Digital PR strategy? We’re looking for an innovative and experienced Digital PR Manager to join our dynamic team at the forefront of the digital landscape. This exciting opportunity is based as our Hillarys head office site in Colwick, Nottingham, just 10 minutes from the city centre, for 3 days a week, and 2 days working from home. Hillarys are part of the Hunter Douglas group of companies, so this role provides opportunities to work across multiple brands under the group.

As Digital PR Manager you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our digital PR strategy. You’ll be a confident and collaborative communicator, with the ability to quickly foster working relationships, as you’ll managing and nurturing relationships with key media contacts. Whilst general PR experience is beneficial, you’ll have specific experience within the Digital PR landscape, as you’ll be responsible for implementing media campaigns that enhance our link-building efforts and SEO performance.

As Digital PR Manager here’s what you’ll be doing:


Media Campaigns: Devise and execute holistic media relations campaigns, securing coverage across digital platforms, focusing primary on high-authority publications, websites and influential channels
Relationship management: Build enduring relationships with key media contacts, serving as a foundation for valuable link-building, influencer marketing and asset creation opportunities.
Content creation: Be the creative force behind compelling press releases, a well-crafted content calender aligned with cultural moments and engaging media pitches, ensuring these capture attention and align with our SEO goals.
Monitoring and reporting: Identify opportunities for further engagement. Utilise a data-centric approach to measure and evaluate PR performance, concentrating on link-building metrics, SEO rankings and the reach of our media coverage.


Are you the ideal candidate? Here’s what we’re looking for


Minimum of three years’ experience in a digital PR role
Confident communicator with a collaborative approach
Ability to establish relationships and network
Adaptable and innovative
Strategic planner – to implement comprehensive PR campaigns and link builds


Why should you consider this role? Here are just a few reasons:


Make an impact: Take on a key position within our PR team and have a profound impact on our business by refining and shaping our digital PR strategy.
Drive change: You’ll have the autonomy to own this area of the business, seeking opportunities to continuously improve and influence key decisions.
International exposure: As part of the Hunter Douglas group, this role will have opportunities to get involved in digital PR for multiple brands across the globe.


You’ll be joining a vibrant and supportive team that are at the forefront of the market. You’ll receive many benefits, such as generous staff discount (including family and friends!), a healthcare and lifestyle benefits package, discounted gym membership and a fantastic working environment.

We understand that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach, and with this in mind, we are dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace where every colleague feels valued and comfortable to be their true self. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.

Everyone who applies will receive a response.

Please note - responses to this application will be upon return of the festive break, from 2nd January 2024.

East Midlands Chamber is a well-respected and award winning organisation that aims to enhance businesses and communities in Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire through creating sustainable growth, new opportunities and greater prosperity. With more than 4,000 members, we have established a reputation as the leading independent business representation organisation in the East Midlands and voice of the region's economy.

Job title: Media & Communications Manager
Salary: £33,000 to £35,000 per annum
Based at: Chesterfield, Derby, Leicester or Nottingham with agile working (must visit the Chesterfield office at least once per week). Additional travel may be required
Contract: Permanent, full time (35 hours per week)

1. WHY THE POST EXISTS

Are you an experienced journalist with knowledge of business and current affairs, policy and politics? Do you have a successful background within a busy PR and marketing role? Have you managed magazine design, production and distribution? Can you demonstrate your knowledge of how the media works at local, regional and national level?

As the Chamber’s Media & Communications Manager the postholder will apply creativity and effective communication daily to positively raise the company profile.

This role will protect, build and enhance the Chamber brand while actively supporting the vision to ‘enhance East Midlands businesses and communities’. A key workstream will be the production of Chamber publications – predominantly the influential and well-respected Business Network magazine.

2. THE KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

- Developing, planning and delivering an integrated multi-channel PR and media strategy that positions the Chamber as the leading voice of business in the East Midlands and assists the Chamber in achieving its agreed three-year business plan objectives.
- Devising innovative strategies and media campaigns to support all Chamber departments and subsidiaries in order to encourage take-up of Chamber events, products and services.
- Developing news releases, authoritative comment and features and securing coverage for them in the local, regional, national and specialist trade media.

3. APPLICANTS WILL POSSESS

- An understanding of business, current affairs, policy and politics.
- Knowledge of how the media works at a local, regional and national level.
- Experience in producing copy for a wide range of publications.
- The ability to work to and achieve deadlines.
- Able to professionally deal with media enquiries and cultivate strong last relationships.
- Excellent writing skills including the ability to write for all manner of audiences and situations.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- A keen eye for a story and PR opportunities.
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and cloud-based applications.

4. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN RETURN

- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays each year (pro rata for part time).
- 8% non-contributory pension scheme.
- Wellbeing support including access to Westfield Health plan, Mental Health First Aiders, self help toolkits, discounts and more.
- Your Birthday off plus an extra day of leave after 5 and 10 years' service.
- Life assurance (death in service support scheme) for your beneficiaries.
- Dress for the day policy and agile working practices (role dependent).
- 2 CSR days to take per year (volunteering activity).
- Access to tax-free childcare and Bike2Work schemes.
- Special leave for bereavement, compassionate leave & dependent related time off.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Flexibility to take unpaid leave, paid study leave & special leave for territorial army.
- Recognition and engagement schemes including our Our Stars.
- Tax free 45p per business mile for cars (up to 10,000 miles per year).

5. HOW TO APPLY

If you have an enthusiastic approach to your work and feel you could make a significant contribution to our organisation, we would like to hear from you.

Please visit East Midlands Chamber (Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire) job vacancies website. Unfortunately we cannot accept applications from this platform for compliance purposes.

The closing date for applications is 12noon on 15 January 2024.

6. COMPANY STATEMENT

East Midlands Chamber (Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire) is an equal opportunities employer and Disability Confident Leader. All suitably qualified individuals are encouraged to apply for vacancies, and they will be considered solely based on merit regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

The business is dedicated to retaining talent and therefore it may decide to prioritise and support internal applicants during recruitment exercises. Applicants are required to disclose any unspent convictions or cautions and company director disqualifications in their covering letter. Any reasonable adjustments needed to support applicants should be submitted to recruitment@emc-dnl.co.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

This role sits within the Policy and Partnerships directorate which is made up of four teams: policy and engagement, communications, public involvement and data and AI policy. We provide support and advice across the organisation on communicating with staff and external audiences, engaging with stakeholders and involving patients and the public in our work. To find out more and to understand the full duties of the role, please refer to the job description attached. In submitting your application with us, please note the following: We currently do not accept applications via recruitment agencies. We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement. Where applicants fail to demonstrate how they meet any one of the essential criteria of the person specification, the application will not be shortlisted. You will be considered based only on the information in your application form. CVs will not be considered. The HRA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should it receive a sufficient number of applications.