Communications Specialist

Our client seeks a Communications Specialist to join their team. This role covers a large variety of areas within the Communications team, with a particular focus on the creation and delivery of internal and external communications and content. The post-holder will generate ideas, write content including corporate news releases, placed articles, staff communications, customer-facing communications and digital advertising content. Key Responsibilities: Write and produce online and offline external content. Develop and maintain a content calendar for both internal and external communications. Alongside the Communications Lead, support Executive Team communications including internal blogs and colleague messaging. Responsibility for preparing and submitting awards applications. Edit the staff newsletter. Alongside the Communications Lead, point of contact to deal with external media inquiries. Develop and maintain relationships with key industry and local journalists. Key Skills & Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience in a communications-related role. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with people at all levels. Ability to work to deadlines. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. A full driving licence. A relevant degree or communications-linked qualification would be preferable. If you have the required skills please apply online at searchandselect.com quoting reference number: 16345