Junior Communications Manager

We’re searching for a new Junior communications manager to join our team. The role will be for a fixed term, covering maternity leave.

A day in this role will involve:

• Assisting with proactive and reactive crisis communications for clients
• Managing tight deadlines, often handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Communicating regularly with clients and journalists
• Collaborating on calls and in meetings to contribute to communications strategies
• Supporting the team with copywriting requirements on a variety of project work

Requirements

The right person will:

• Ideally have some experience in a communications role, either in-house or agency side, with exposure to crisis management being a plus
• Ideally have some experience in comms for the housebuilding or construction sectors
• Have strong copywriting skills and an eye for detail
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, both in delivering work and engaging with clients
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and feel comfortable juggling multiple tasks to meet deadlines
• Be a team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to contribute and get stuck in

Benefits

There is a real buzz, excitement and a family feel about our agency and all 70 of us are passionate about what we do. As a fully remote agency, working from home (or wherever else you fancy), is our standard but our team spirit and strong culture shines through. We frequently organise meetups to get together, share pictures of our pets and kids, and have that all important face time with colleagues and friends. Above all, after a fulfilling day’s work, people log off with a smile on their face. Looking after each other is what we’re really proud of.

But, this is a job ad and we get how it needs to work. Other benefits include:

• Competitive salary based on your experience
• Flexibility to work remotely
• 20 days annual leave and 8 days national bank holidays plus extra time around Christmas (based on full time working hours)
• Your birthday off
• Time off to volunteer for local charities to make a difference
• A big good old messy Christmas party and a mid-year summer party (all expenses paid)
• Whatever computer, software, books and other materials you might need
• A healthy budget for whatever training, conferences, and other qualifications you might be interested in taking
• Regular social activities - think crazy golf, bowling, going out for drinks and a curry

If this all sounds good to you, please get in touch!