Corporate Communications Lead

3 weeks ago

Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

Internal Use Only - Grade E

About Us

We are The Very Group, dedicated to enhancing the lives of families. Our mission is to provide customers with the means to enjoy life’s offerings while balancing their responsibilities. We are equally committed to fostering the growth and wellbeing of our employees, ensuring they find purpose and belonging in their careers.

About the Team

The Investor Relations and External Communications team is focused on safeguarding and promoting The Very Group's reputation through various proactive and reactive initiatives. This includes managing public relations, public affairs, digital communications, and more. The team is responsible for executing the Group's external communications strategy, which encompasses corporate news, feature commentary, interviews, and owned content, as well as addressing media inquiries and managing issues.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the head of external communications and investor relations to formulate the external communications strategy.
  • Oversee daily press office operations, ensuring timely responses to media inquiries.
  • Draft and distribute press releases, opinion pieces, feature articles, and social media content (excluding employer branding).
  • Prepare and brief leadership team members for media interviews, speaking engagements, and stakeholder meetings.
  • Assist in managing reputational challenges, working closely with the head of external communications and investor relations, as well as PR advisors.
  • Evaluate and report on communication outcomes to relevant internal stakeholders.
  • Administer The Very Group's corporate website.
  • Lead key initiatives related to The Very Group's corporate identity, including creative direction and tone of voice.
About You

We are looking for a driven, enthusiastic, and approachable individual eager to expand their knowledge and skills within a high-performing team.

  • Three to five years of public relations experience, particularly in a corporate setting. A blend of agency and in-house experience is highly desirable.
  • Experience working with large, complex organizations is preferred, along with an understanding of retail, technology, and financial services sectors.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement communication strategies, utilizing various tactics to meet objectives.
  • Exceptional writing and editing capabilities, with a knack for creating engaging content and a keen eye for detail.
  • Creativity and an instinct for storytelling to generate proactive media coverage and owned content.
  • Knowledge of issues management and the ability to identify potential reputational risks.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the capacity to influence senior leadership.
  • Confidence in engaging with journalists and other external stakeholders.
  • High levels of self-motivation and effective time management skills.
  • Solid understanding of social media platforms and experience in website management.
Some of Our Benefits
  • Flexible, hybrid working model
  • Inclusive culture and environment
  • £1,000 flexible benefits allowance
  • 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays
  • Access to Udemy learning resources
  • Bonus potential based on performance and business outcomes
  • Up to 25% discount on products
  • Matched pension contributions up to 6%
  • Additional benefits available on our career site

How to Apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team is managing this vacancy directly. If selected for this role, you will be required to undergo various checks, including credit and Right to Work checks. If applicable, a DBS (criminal records) check will also be conducted. Should your application progress, please inform the team of any disclosures related to these checks.

What Happens Next?

If your application is successful, our talent acquisition team will reach out to you via email to arrange a brief call to discuss your background and answer any questions you may have. If it seems like a good fit, we will share your CV with the hiring manager for review. The interview process is tailored to each role and may be conducted in-person or remotely.

You can expect a two-stage interview process for this position:

1st Stage - An informal 30-minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the role and ask any questions.

2nd Stage - A one-hour task-based interview relevant to the role's day-to-day responsibilities, held on-site.

As an inclusive employer, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other employment benefits. Please contact us to request accommodations.

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