Are you a strategic communicator with a passion for
storytelling and a knack for engaging audiences? Are you able to commit to a
fixed term contract and lead our communications efforts and make a meaningful
impact? If so, this opportunity is for you!
We are seeking a talented Head of Communications to
join us on a fixed-term maternity cover contract basis and drive our communication strategies
to new heights.
As head of communications, you will be responsible
for developing and delivering St Austell Brewery's corporate communications
strategy. From raising the profile of the company and enhancing our reputation
through targeted media relations to driving engagement with our people through internal
communications initiatives, you will be a passionate leader, inspiring a team
to deliver on a compelling multi-channel plan. Aligned to the company's
business plan and growth ambitions, you will develop and maintain close,
collaborative relationships across a wide range of stakeholders, to ensure St
Austell Brewery's brand voice is consistent, heard, understood and respected.
About you
- Experience of developing and implementing a
comprehensive communications strategy aligned with St Austell Brewery's goals
and objectives.
- Ability to lead and inspire a team of communication
professionals to deliver impactful campaigns and initiatives.
- Experience of maintaining strong relationships with
the media, trade organisations (eg. BBPA, BII, CAMRA), influencers, charities,
and leaders / politicians in local communities.
- Demonstrable
experience of driving targeted PR activity to support our overarching marketing
strategy - driving footfall into our pubs, boosting beer sales and profiling
leaders / future leaders across the business (B2B and B2C).
- Able to maintain
a consistent brand voice across St Austell Brewery's social media channels to
enhance reputation, boost sales, drive recruitment (e.g. LinkedIn) and elevate
what we do best (e.g. championing cask). Able to raise the profile of our Charitable
Trust / sustainability & regeneration activity.
- Proven
experience in a senior communications role, preferably experience working in an
agency, or an in-house PR, marketing, or communications role.
- Commercial
acumen and awareness of wider business issues, macro trends and opportunities
when making decisions.
- Provide
informed, professional and strategic counsel on issues that affect reputation,
challenges and opportunities.
- A team
player with well-developed people skills – listens to others, actively
contributes, and shows commitment to building relationships within the team,
pubs, and wider business.
- Strong stakeholder
management and networking skills. Substantial experience of working in a PR /
communications team.
- Vast
experience with crisis management; able to demonstrate both proactive planning
(e.g. monitoring of risk registers and media training) and reactive handling
(e.g. preparation of statements against enquiries, internal media briefings).
- Able to
lead, mentor and inspire a team of communications professionals providing
guidance, support and resource allocation oversight to ensure the successful
delivery of communications initiatives.
What we offer in return:
- 25 days
annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays).
- 30%
discount on food & drink and 50% discount on accommodation.
- Fantastic training
& career development opportunities.
- Discounted
membership with local businesses.
- Cycle to
work scheme.
- Company
bonus scheme.
- Health cash
plan.
Additional Info
This roll is hybrid and will require the successful
applicant to complete 3 days at St Austell Brewery. We are looking for someone to join us from August 2024 for a 14 months fixed term maternity leave contract..
For further details and a job description please
email
St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities
employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and
eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual
orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership
status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible
working.
Early applications are encouraged as we'll review
applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close
the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from
recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies
won't be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.
Please note we are not able to offer UK job
sponsorship for this role or a relocation package.