External Communications Specialist

4 weeks ago

Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time
{"About the role": "

We are seeking a skilled External Communications Manager to join our team at The Very Group. This is a fantastic opportunity to accelerate your knowledge, skills, and development within a high-performing team.

", "Key Responsibilities": "
  • Develop and implement the external communications strategy in collaboration with the head of external communications and investor relations.
  • Manage day-to-day press office activities, ensuring timely responses to media enquiries.
  • Write and issue press releases, op-eds, feature comments, and social media content.
  • Originate and brief members of the leadership team for media interviews, speaking platforms, and stakeholder meetings.
  • Support the management of reputational issues, working alongside the head of external communications and investor relations, and PR advisors.
  • Measure and report communications results back to relevant internal teams.
  • Manage The Very Group's corporate website.
  • Manage key projects related to The Very Group's corporate brand, including creative and tone of voice.
", "About you": "

We are looking for a passionate, ambitious, and down-to-earth individual with a strong background in corporate communications. The ideal candidate will have a mix of agency and in-house experience, with a focus on corporate communications.

", "Some of our benefits": "
  • Flexible, hybrid working model
  • Inclusive culture and environment
  • £1,000 flexible benefits allowance
  • 30 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Udemy learning access
  • Bonus potential
  • Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
  • Matched pension up to 6%
", "How to apply": "

Please note that the talent acquisition team is managing this vacancy directly. If successful, you will be required to undergo a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks, and if applicable, a DBS check. Please disclose any unspent criminal convictions prior to these checks being undertaken.

", "Requirements": "
  • Three to five years' PR experience, with a focus on corporate communications
  • Experience of working in or with large, complex businesses
  • Track record in organising and planning communications strategies
  • Excellent writing and editing skills
  • Creativity and a 'nose for a story' in delivering proactive media coverage
  • Understanding of issues management and reputational risks
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence senior leaders
  • Confidence in speaking to journalists and external stakeholders
  • High levels of self-motivation and time management
  • Strong grasp of social media platforms and website management
", "Why join us": "

The Very Group is a dynamic and inclusive company that offers a range of benefits and opportunities for growth and development.

", "Contact us": "

Please submit your application through our career site.

", "Note": "The talent acquisition team will manage this vacancy directly. If successful, you will be required to undergo a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks, and if applicable, a DBS check. Please disclose any unspent criminal convictions prior to these checks being undertaken.", "Language": "English"}

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