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We have an opportunity for an experienced marketing communications manager to join our marketing team. You will have some autonomous experience leading internal and external communications in an organisation, and be able to bring your ideas and expertise to the role while also be offered development and support. We would consider part time and full time candidates, people who operate at this level already and those ready for a new challenge. The role will work with our Marketing Director and be part of our small marketing team, managing the comms function. About our next Communications Manager We're looking for an experienced communications professional to help us grow our brand, drive sales and support talent acquisition and people retention. You will work with the Marketing Director and as part of the marketing team managing the comms function, this role does not currently have line management responsibility. You will have excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a sharp attention to detail to ensure all communication materials are engaging, audience-specific and error-free. You should have experience with various forms of comms, including website, email, social media and press / PR - ideally, across both internal and external comms. We're looking for someone who is able to create content in different formats - including writing copy, basic design and simple video. That said, few of us excel at everything, so most important is an appetite to learn and fill in any skills gaps you might have. You'll be working as part of the marketing team, supporting team members across the business. So, we're looking for someone who's great with people, has excellent communication skills and is able to build relationships and work collaboratively with other departments. Supporting many teams across the business, you should have excellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle competing tasks. We're open to applications from people looking for full or part time work. Our values are key to how we work, we're looking for somebody that truly aligns with those values and understands the importance of being human first. About the position As the Communications Manager, you'd be leading on internal and external comms to help us grow our brand, drive sales and support talent acquisition and people retention. This will include creating content for a variety of mediums, including press releases, social media, websites, and newsletters, and ensuring that all messaging is consistent and aligns with the company's brand and values. You'll work closely with a wide range of people, including the wider Marketing team (Marketing Director and Marketing Executive), People team and Research team. Responsibilities Brand Lead on marketing activity across our website, social media and email channels, ensuring content is accurate and engaging Drive engagement and grow our audience across social media Lead on press and PR to raise our profile and maintain a strong reputation. This will include writing and circulating press releases, growing our press database, and forging relationships with key press contacts to increase our coverage With the support of other team members, lead on the creation of compelling award entries, including supporting evidence Lead on content creation (video, photos, written materials) for both our brand and employer brand, working with external suppliers, where required Support the Marketing Director on delivery of sector-specific marketing campaigns, including virtual and in-person events Employer brand Lead on the production and content creation of the monthly team newsletter and other company updates, supported by the Marketing Executive Lead the management of review platforms (Glassdoor, Indeed etc) Support the People team with recruitment content Other Liaise with the Research team on client project support, such as comms planning and content creation (outsourcing support activities where required) About IFF IFF is an award-winning social and market research agency, which sits at the summit of UK public policy and social research, conducting many of the largest and highest profile studies in the sector. Because no two projects are the same, our experienced team provide tailor-made research solutions, adapting our approach to issues and audiences. Meaning the research we deliver is tailored to each client's specific needs. As a full-service agency, we offer a full suite of research and evaluation services, including data collection, data analysis and reporting, covering quantitative and qualitative methodologies. We have a range of expertise across our key sectors which are: Business & Enterprise; Education; Energy & Environment; Financial Services; Higher Education; Housing; Learning & Skills; Regulation; and Work, Welfare & Wellbeing We're really proud that time and time again we hear that the best thing about working here is our people. We attract and retain some of the most talented, friendly and interesting people within the industry. People with different ways of thinking and working, but with a shared goal of delivering impactful insight that makes a difference.
Project Manager - Communications Manchester City Centre - hybrid - 1 day per week required in the office 9 Month FTC £39,000 - £46,000 pro-rata excellent benefits This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Project Manager with experience working within communications to join a prestigious organisation based in the City Centre of Manchester. Our client is looking for a skilled professional who can lead a vital project, in collaboration with colleagues across the organisation, to support them in creating and updating their communication assets. This is an exciting role and high-profile project within the organisation and you will play a key role in ensuring that communication assets are future-proofed and aligned with their brand guidelines. What they offer: Fixed Term Contract for 9 months (start date early - mid July) Hybrid working model (min 1 day per week in the office) 30 days holiday bank holidays (pro-rata'd for FTC) Excellent pension scheme Flexitime As the Project Manager you will be responsible for: Leading and managing a project to create and update communication assets, ensuring they align with our client's future-proof descriptors, tone of voice guide, terminology guide, branded templates, and house style. Developing and maintaining project documentation, including a RAID log, implementation tracker, stakeholder engagement and communication plans, and benefit assessment. Delivering the project on time and within the defined brief. Organising and facilitating meetings, workshops, and other activities in support of the project, documenting and sharing minutes, actions, and decisions. Aligning project objectives with our client's wider goals and ensuring stakeholders understand their responsibilities. Collaborating with stakeholders to address issues and dependencies that impact project planning and implementation. Promoting project aims, messages, and guidance tools through internal communication channels. Conducting quality assurance checks to ensure external communication assets accurately reflect our clients aims Creating an inclusive working environment that encourages collaboration and embeds equality and diversity considerations. Planning and delivering learning sessions to stakeholders and project colleagues. Defining, measuring, and recording necessary closure activities for a smooth transition to business as usual. Adhering to safeguarding policies and processes for protecting children and adults at risk of harm. Undertaking any other duties as assigned from time to time. Requirements: Proven experience as a Project Manager, ideally in the field of communications and/or marketing. Strong project management skills, including ability to develop project plans, manage stakeholders, and deliver results within set timelines. Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across different levels of the organisation. Experience in developing and implementing communication strategies and aligning them with organisational objectives. Knowledge of branding and brand guidelines. Familiarity with various communication channels and tools Knowledge of Agile would be advantageous. Please note the closing date for applications will be 31st May and interviews will take place via MS Teams on Monday 10th June. If you are a proactive and dynamic Project Manager with expertise in communications, we would love to hear from you on or email . Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.