Communications Specialist
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| Job Type | Full TimePermanent |
| Location | Oxfordshire |
| Area | Abingdon, UKDidcot, UKFaringdon, UKNewbury, UKOxford, UKSwindon, UKWantage, UK |
| Sector | Marketing & Digital |
| Start Date | |
| Advertiser | Colleen Ward |
| Job Ref | VR/02630 |
| Job Views | 402 |
- Description
- The Communications Specialist will contribute to the Marketing and Communications teams’ objectives to reach and engage key audiences, with a focus on managing internal and external communications. A proficient copywriter, effective communicator and networker to develop strong relationships with key partners. The individual needs to have a broad knowledge of the company products and services and take a lead role in the tasks they are responsible for.
Responsibilities
External Communications and Media relations- Develop effective corporate communication strategies.
- Copywriting of press releases and editorial content
- Management of company partnerships with Associations
- Press network development
- Lead on thought leadership initiatives including speaking opportunities at third party events as well as company.
- Lead on reputation management
- Monitoring company media coverage
- Manage internal communications (monthly newsletter, weekly news)
- Assist in communication of strategies or messages from senior leadership.
Content editing- Research key topics and analysing research data
- Interview industry professionals and use online sources to research topics.
- Edit International School Leader Magazine and liaise with external designer and proof-reader to produce the magazine.
- Copywriting of brand content, including company white papers, website news and community platform
- Produce content for conferences and events, including presentation slides and scripts.
- Manage the Communications team (Content Editor)
- Contribution to new ideas and workshops for multi-channel campaigns
- Support the team as needed.
Essential requirements- Degree or equivalent qualification in Communication, Media relations, or Marketing (with a focus on communication)
- Proven experience as communications specialist, PR manager, senior editor or similar role within K-12 education
- Previous people management experience
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Strong Word and PowerPoint skills essential.
- Strong copywriting skills for brand recognition
- Strong understanding of SEO and social media as a communication tool
- Ability to identify key messages to engage a broad range of audiences.
- Knowledge of website and social media metrics
- Knowledge and experience of brand monitoring tactics
- Brand mention or social media platform experience
- Proficient in using Google Analytics
- CMS Experience, preferably WordPress
Please note: that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
