Communications Manager - Local Enterprise Partnership

Job Title:Communications Manager - Local Enterprise PartnershipLocation: Letchworth moving to Stevenage June 2024Salary Range: GBP40,221 with the opportunity to progress to GBP44,428 per annumHours: 37 per weekContract: Fixed Term for 12 months (Maternity cover)

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About us:

Hertfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is a business-led, multi-sector partnership focused on accelerating sustainable economic growth, job creation and raising workforce skills within the local area. Working in partnership with businesses, government, investors, education and not-for-profit organisations, the LEP puts people at the heart of growth.

Hertfordshire is home to thriving sectors of international importance including creative media, film and TV, life sciences and advanced manufacturing, with an economy delivering GBP41.57bn for UK plc annually.

Our dedicated team is focused on driving the local economy by boosting inward investment, key sector, clean and inclusive growth. It provides skills leadership, detailed economic intelligence, and a comprehensive package of support to Hertfordshire's business community.

Purpose of the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and versatile Communications Manager to join the Hertfordshire LEP team. Working across a number of brands, the post-holder will oversee day to day communications and proactively seek out PR opportunities to maximise the LEP's profile across a number of channels.

This is a hands-on role for someone who is seeking to further their career across private/public sector communications and take on new responsibilities. No two days will be the same, with the role covering corporate communications and tailored communications for the LEP's various skills and business support brands. The post-holder will be the key point of contact for communications related queries and requests from the LEP Executive Team, Board, sub-brands, stakeholders/partners, and the media. Day to day responsibilities will include managing and writing all news content including press releases; managing stakeholder engagement; setting and implementing social media strategies; managing the LEP website; and working closely with the delivery teams for LEP brands.

Challenges and opportunities:

You will be resilient, organised and able to manage competing priorities. You will have excellent written and verbal communications skills, and a creative outlook.

Essential skills, knowledge & experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in communications or public relations with a focus on new content creation, strategic planning and responding in a fast-paced business
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop compelling copy tailored to a range of digital and traditional communications channels and audiences
• Ability to create branded creative assets including social media cards and posters
• Experience and strong understanding of brand and website development
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities, evidenced at senior leadership levels
• Excellent digital literacy and IT skills
• Confident using digital communications tools (email marketing tools e.g. Campaign Monitor; social media marketing tools e.g. Zoho Social; online graphic design tools e.g. Canva), social media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram), website CMS (Umbraco, WordPress, Squarespace), and MS Office Suite.
• Strong project management, planning, organisation and prioritisation skills, working across multiple brands and delivery teams
• Ability to develop and deliver strategic communications and marketing plans
• A strong eye for detail and creative mindset

Desirable skills, knowledge & experience required:

• Experience using Google Analytics and SEO tools
• Experience commissioning and working with creative and media agencies
• Good photography and photo editing skills
• Knowledge or interest in Hertfordshire's economic landscape

Shape your future career in PR and Comms within a small, friendly team with expert advice and guidance available.Closing Date: Sunday 3rd March 2024Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 11th March 2024