Communications Officer

Job description

  Location
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
·  Salary
£ 20000 - £ 22000 / Year
·  Category
Marketing & Advertising - Public Relations
·  Job type
Permanent
·  Industry
Marketing and Advertising
·  External Reference
JN-072018-16423

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Communications Officer to join a prestigious organisation based in Sheffield.

The successful candidate will have previous experience delivering communications campaigns across multiple channels. Experience using e-communication platforms (Mailchimp, Dotmailer) social media platforms (Tweed Deck, HootSuite) and web content management systems (WordPress, Drupal) is essential.

Key Duties and Responsibilities will include:

·  Plan, develop and implement communication and PR campaigns to raise the profile of the industry sector and its activities for example: B2B fact sheets and resources for buyers at brand/retailer level; blogs and social media competitions and campaigns

·  Supporting internal communications including staff bulletins and staff intranet developments

·  Develop and co-ordinate social media strategy and activity, creating content to drive stakeholder engagement Create content (including web news and comment items and blogs), trade editorial and e-bulletin items related to topical industry issues

·  Keep up to date with the latest industry news and trends to identify potential PR and promotional opportunities

·  Write and produce e-bulletins for B2B and consumer audience

·  Suppoting the Events and Training Coordinator with communications content e.g. supporting the creation of marketing copy, e-shots and press releases

·  Research and write or edit case studies, presentations, articles and reports

·  Identify and develop effective links with key influencers/decision makers, colleagues and partners; maintain a contacts database including press, supply chain and other relevant stakeholders

·  Liaise with, and source answers to enquiries from, media, policy makers, other stakeholders and individuals on industry related matters

·  Guard and strengthen the organisation's brands and the visual identity.

·  Measure and report on the impact of communications campaigns, making use of web and social media analytics

·  Support with budget and invoice administration

·  Arrange meetings and take minutes as and when required

The ideal candidate will be able to combine commercial acumen with creativity and will generate usable ideas with flair and enthusiasm.

A PR, Communications or Marketing related qualification to degree level (or equivalent experience) is desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading organisation where the ideal candidate will benefit from a fantastic benefits package and real opportunities for career development.

This is a full time permanent opportunity working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week.

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