Internal Communications Lead Location: Berkshire (Hybrid - 2 days a week in office, 3 days from home) Circa £75,000 plus benefits. The business is looking for a passionate and strategic Internal Communications Lead to shape and deliver internal communications across the UK and Ireland. This is an important role, responsible for driving employee engagement, enhancing leadership visibility, and ensuring consistent, inspiring messaging across the organisation. You'll work closely with senior leaders and teams to build a unified internal narrative that supports the business goals and fosters a high-performing, connected culture. Responsibilities: Develop and roll out a forward-thinking internal communications strategy that reflects the business vision and values. Partner with senior leadership and Corporate Affairs to craft a cohesive story that resonates both internally and externally. Ensure internal communications are consistent, impactful, and aligned across all departments and teams. Review and enhance existing communication tools and content, introducing best-in-class practices and channels. Lead the planning and execution of internal campaigns and events that energise and inform employees. Manage key engagement moments such as company-wide events and regular townhalls, ensuring they are well-executed and meaningful. Align internal messaging with broader corporate communications to ensure a joined-up approach. Provide strategic counsel to senior leaders on internal engagement and communication approaches. Oversee the internal communications budget and manage external partners to deliver high-quality outcomes. Act as a trusted advisor on internal events and messaging, ensuring consistency and alignment with our brand. Skills needed: Proven experience in leading internal communications, particularly during periods of change or transformation. Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business objectives into compelling communication plans. Confident working across multiple channels - from digital platforms to live events. Able to quickly build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. Experience in regulated industries Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application. VMA GROUP is a leading international interim, contract, temporary and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist. We are specifically focused on providing support to the communications, marketing, digital and change communities. Our specialist practice areas cover: communications, corporate communications, internal communications, change communications, PR, media relations, financial communications, CSR, public affairs, investor relations, marketing, brand, digital marketing and agency services. We have a reputation for providing expert consultancy services and advice, supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications, marketing, digital and change industries, supporting planning and decision-making for organisations of all shapes and sizes. In the UK, VMA GROUP has offices in London, Bristol and Manchester and in Europe, VMA GROUP has offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, but we work with organisations and individuals on a global basis. VMA GROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
Internal Communications Lead Location: Berkshire (Hybrid - 2 days a week in office, 3 days from home) Circa £75,000 plus benefits. The business is looking for a passionate and strategic Internal Communications Lead to shape and deliver internal communications across the UK and Ireland. This is an important role, responsible for driving employee engagement, enhancing leadership visibility, and ensuring consistent, inspiring messaging across the organisation. You'll work closely with senior leaders and teams to build a unified internal narrative that supports the business goals and fosters a high-performing, connected culture. Responsibilities: Develop and roll out a forward-thinking internal communications strategy that reflects the business vision and values. Partner with senior leadership and Corporate Affairs to craft a cohesive story that resonates both internally and externally. Ensure internal communications are consistent, impactful, and aligned across all departments and teams. Review and enhance existing communication tools and content, introducing best-in-class practices and channels. Lead the planning and execution of internal campaigns and events that energise and inform employees. Manage key engagement moments such as company-wide events and regular townhalls, ensuring they are well-executed and meaningful. Align internal messaging with broader corporate communications to ensure a joined-up approach. Provide strategic counsel to senior leaders on internal engagement and communication approaches. Oversee the internal communications budget and manage external partners to deliver high-quality outcomes. Act as a trusted advisor on internal events and messaging, ensuring consistency and alignment with our brand. Skills needed: Proven experience in leading internal communications, particularly during periods of change or transformation. Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business objectives into compelling communication plans. Confident working across multiple channels - from digital platforms to live events. Able to quickly build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. Experience in regulated industries Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application. VMA GROUP is a leading international interim, contract, temporary and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist. We are specifically focused on providing support to the communications, marketing, digital and change communities. Our specialist practice areas cover: communications, corporate communications, internal communications, change communications, PR, media relations, financial communications, CSR, public affairs, investor relations, marketing, brand, digital marketing and agency services. We have a reputation for providing expert consultancy services and advice, supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications, marketing, digital and change industries, supporting planning and decision-making for organisations of all shapes and sizes. In the UK, VMA GROUP has offices in London, Bristol and Manchester and in Europe, VMA GROUP has offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, but we work with organisations and individuals on a global basis. VMA GROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.
We are working with a fantastic organisation based in Luton, and they are looking to recruit an Internal Communications Campaign Lead for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a hybrid position, and 3 days on-site are non-negotiable. You will need to be available within 4 weeks. You will report directly to the Internal Communications Director and be part of the wider Internal Communications department. The IC Campaign Lead will focus on engaging targeted audiences and internal influencers to maximise engagement, including frontline workers and leaders, working closely with the other IC leads to ensure a joined-up and purposeful communication with an appropriate cadence of communication. JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES Lead, develop and deliver tailored strategic communication and engagement plans for key campaigns, projects and programmes. Manage strong and collaborative relationships with key internal stakeholders to engage our clients' audiences across all areas of the business. Provide strategic advice to the leadership team around internal communications strategy, messages, and key issues. Support and prepare the SLTs and enable them to communicate effectively with frontline audiences on key topics including large operational changes, engagement campaigns, key events, BAU comms, etc. Work with stakeholders and peers to plan, develop, deliver and measure relevant strategic colleague communication & engagement activities, ensuring alignment with wider IC activities and the People Strategy. Provide strategic advice/consultancy to the wider IC team to ensure that they are aware of anything that may have an impact on business-wide initiatives. Manage one direct report - IC Manager. Stay up to date on the latest trends in communicating with frontline audience groups, so that we reach/engage our people in the most effective ways If this position is of interest and you would like to know more, apply today! Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application. VMA GROUP is a leading international interim, contract, temporary and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist. We are specifically focused on providing support to the communications, marketing, digital and change communities. Our specialist practice areas cover: communications, corporate communications, internal communications, change communications, PR, media relations, financial communications, CSR, public affairs, investor relations, marketing, brand, digital marketing and agency services. We have a reputation for providing expert consultancy services and advice, supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications, marketing, digital and change industries, supporting planning and decision-making for organisations of all shapes and sizes. In the UK, VMA GROUP has offices in London, Bristol and Manchester and in Europe, VMA GROUP has offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, but we work with organisations and individuals on a global basis. VMA GROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is an Inclusive+ Recruiter.
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
We are working with a fantastic organisation based in Luton, and they are looking to recruit an Internal Communications Campaign Lead for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a hybrid position, and 3 days on-site are non-negotiable. You will need to be available within 4 weeks. You will report directly to the Internal Communications Director and be part of the wider Internal Communications department. The IC Campaign Lead will focus on engaging targeted audiences and internal influencers to maximise engagement, including frontline workers and leaders, working closely with the other IC leads to ensure a joined-up and purposeful communication with an appropriate cadence of communication. JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES Lead, develop and deliver tailored strategic communication and engagement plans for key campaigns, projects and programmes. Manage strong and collaborative relationships with key internal stakeholders to engage our clients' audiences across all areas of the business. Provide strategic advice to the leadership team around internal communications strategy, messages, and key issues. Support and prepare the SLTs and enable them to communicate effectively with frontline audiences on key topics including large operational changes, engagement campaigns, key events, BAU comms, etc. Work with stakeholders and peers to plan, develop, deliver and measure relevant strategic colleague communication & engagement activities, ensuring alignment with wider IC activities and the People Strategy. Provide strategic advice/consultancy to the wider IC team to ensure that they are aware of anything that may have an impact on business-wide initiatives. Manage one direct report - IC Manager. Stay up to date on the latest trends in communicating with frontline audience groups, so that we reach/engage our people in the most effective ways If this position is of interest and you would like to know more, apply today! Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application. VMA GROUP is a leading international interim, contract, temporary and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist. We are specifically focused on providing support to the communications, marketing, digital and change communities. Our specialist practice areas cover: communications, corporate communications, internal communications, change communications, PR, media relations, financial communications, CSR, public affairs, investor relations, marketing, brand, digital marketing and agency services. We have a reputation for providing expert consultancy services and advice, supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications, marketing, digital and change industries, supporting planning and decision-making for organisations of all shapes and sizes. In the UK, VMA GROUP has offices in London, Bristol and Manchester and in Europe, VMA GROUP has offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, but we work with organisations and individuals on a global basis. VMA GROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is an Inclusive+ Recruiter.
Exclusive opportunity for an experienced Growth Marketing Manager to join a growing property/real estate firm based in central London. Working collaboratively with the wider marketing team, the Growth Marketing Manager facilitates the delivery of cohesive marketing activity, ensuring that campaigns are amplified appropriately via our website and creative communication. Customer obsessed and data driven, the successful candidate will champion the voice of the customer, sharing their deep understanding of key target audiences with the wider business, and ensuring that these audiences are reached as effectively as possible. Property/real estate experience preferred, must be able to start by 1st August London based, hybrid working: 3 days in office, 2 from home Key Responsibilities: Plan, launch and optimise paid campaign strategies across paid social, search display & other relevant channels Responsible for day to day channel management with the agency support Implement and lead a structured testing framework for creatives, audiences and bidding strategies to improve CPA and lead volume Analyse performance across all channels and deliver exceptional reporting, insights and recommendations. Champion target audiences, ensuring that audience touchpoints are continuously optimised Work with brand team to share creative insights supporting build of impactful campaign assets Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and wider team to ensure alignment across all marketing and communication efforts Work with enquiry team to adapt strategies based on enriched enquiry insights, pushing learnings into testing, or into campaign optimisations Identify and recommend tools, processes or platforms to improve marketing performance and scalability Stay up to date with digital advertising trends, attribution methodologies and new channel opportunities Management of significant marketing budgets Manage advertising opportunities directly via property portals e.g. Rightmove Skills & experience: Strong communicator, confident working with leadership and articulating ideas clearly across teams Strong stakeholder engagement & influencing skills Automation savvy and fluent in data and always looking to streamline, optimise and scale Creative growth mindset driven by developing new ideas to test and implement to drive growth and lead volume 6+ years' experience in a digital marketing or performance marketing role, ideally in the property/real estate sector Deep understanding of paid search, paid social and display marketing and understanding of other digital channels including DOOH and digital audio. Experience in optimising campaign creative for effectiveness and scale Extensive experience in data reporting & insight building Experience building and implementing test and learn frameworks Proven experience working cross-functionally to deliver campaigns on time and to budget Proven experience managing agencies to deliver campaign simultaneously across multiple brands Significant budget management experience, including complex budget lines Experience using HubSpot CRM Exposure to Web CMS systems Experience managing complex marketing plans If you have the experience and are interested in discussing further, please get in touch ASAP with your current CV: Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application.
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
Exclusive opportunity for an experienced Growth Marketing Manager to join a growing property/real estate firm based in central London. Working collaboratively with the wider marketing team, the Growth Marketing Manager facilitates the delivery of cohesive marketing activity, ensuring that campaigns are amplified appropriately via our website and creative communication. Customer obsessed and data driven, the successful candidate will champion the voice of the customer, sharing their deep understanding of key target audiences with the wider business, and ensuring that these audiences are reached as effectively as possible. Property/real estate experience preferred, must be able to start by 1st August London based, hybrid working: 3 days in office, 2 from home Key Responsibilities: Plan, launch and optimise paid campaign strategies across paid social, search display & other relevant channels Responsible for day to day channel management with the agency support Implement and lead a structured testing framework for creatives, audiences and bidding strategies to improve CPA and lead volume Analyse performance across all channels and deliver exceptional reporting, insights and recommendations. Champion target audiences, ensuring that audience touchpoints are continuously optimised Work with brand team to share creative insights supporting build of impactful campaign assets Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and wider team to ensure alignment across all marketing and communication efforts Work with enquiry team to adapt strategies based on enriched enquiry insights, pushing learnings into testing, or into campaign optimisations Identify and recommend tools, processes or platforms to improve marketing performance and scalability Stay up to date with digital advertising trends, attribution methodologies and new channel opportunities Management of significant marketing budgets Manage advertising opportunities directly via property portals e.g. Rightmove Skills & experience: Strong communicator, confident working with leadership and articulating ideas clearly across teams Strong stakeholder engagement & influencing skills Automation savvy and fluent in data and always looking to streamline, optimise and scale Creative growth mindset driven by developing new ideas to test and implement to drive growth and lead volume 6+ years' experience in a digital marketing or performance marketing role, ideally in the property/real estate sector Deep understanding of paid search, paid social and display marketing and understanding of other digital channels including DOOH and digital audio. Experience in optimising campaign creative for effectiveness and scale Extensive experience in data reporting & insight building Experience building and implementing test and learn frameworks Proven experience working cross-functionally to deliver campaigns on time and to budget Proven experience managing agencies to deliver campaign simultaneously across multiple brands Significant budget management experience, including complex budget lines Experience using HubSpot CRM Exposure to Web CMS systems Experience managing complex marketing plans If you have the experience and are interested in discussing further, please get in touch ASAP with your current CV: Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application.
About the Job A leading UK transport and infrastructure organisation is seeking a senior communications professional to lead its corporate and external communications function. This role oversees media, digital, and reputation management, with line management responsibilities and a remit to protect and promote the organisation's public voice at a national level. Key Responsibilities Lead external communications strategy across media and digital channels. Act as the senior lead on crisis, issues, and reputational risk. Oversee the organisation's digital estate and public-facing content. Lead, coach, and inspire a high-performing communications team. Advise senior leaders on sensitive media and public positioning. Ideal Candidate Strong leadership experience in external and corporate communications. Expertise in crisis communications and high-stakes issue management. Skilled in digital engagement, or experience managing digital teams. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage complex relationships. For more information, get in touch or apply now.
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
About the Job A leading UK transport and infrastructure organisation is seeking a senior communications professional to lead its corporate and external communications function. This role oversees media, digital, and reputation management, with line management responsibilities and a remit to protect and promote the organisation's public voice at a national level. Key Responsibilities Lead external communications strategy across media and digital channels. Act as the senior lead on crisis, issues, and reputational risk. Oversee the organisation's digital estate and public-facing content. Lead, coach, and inspire a high-performing communications team. Advise senior leaders on sensitive media and public positioning. Ideal Candidate Strong leadership experience in external and corporate communications. Expertise in crisis communications and high-stakes issue management. Skilled in digital engagement, or experience managing digital teams. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage complex relationships. For more information, get in touch or apply now.
Our client, a growing car park management company focused on technological innovation, is hiring for a Head of Product and Propositions to join their team. You will be responsible for identifying new market opportunities, developing propositions, and bringing new products to market. You will bring a fresh perspective to develop innovative products that offer value and disrupt the market. This position is hybrid, based across three office locations (Lancing, Newton Abbott, Stafford). Key Responsibilities Will Include: Utilise market research and insights to influence product development Identify and evaluate new markets for opportunities Develop an understanding of customer preferences to define key product features and specifications Establish strategies for product pricing and positioning Conduct research into competitor offerings to identify customer needs and new opportunities Work closely with the Marketing team to plan product launches and marketing campaigns Support and educate the Business Development Team to help them develop tools that facilitate the sales process Key Skills and Experience Required: Proven experience in product and propositions, ideally 5+ years Proven experience of product development and marketing strategies Strong B2C experience. B2B experience also preferable Strong knowledge of the product development life cycle Strong project management and leadership skills Ability to work with cross-functional teams, key external and internal stakeholders Strong analytical skills and ability to analyse complex data to understand customer behaviour and market trends VMA GROUP is a leading international interim, contract, temporary and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist. We are specifically focused on providing support to the communications, digital and marketing communities. Our specialist practice areas cover: communications, corporate communications, internal communications, change communications, PR, media relations, financial communications, CSR, public affairs, investor relations, marketing, digital marketing and agency services. We have a reputation for providing expert consultancy services and advice, supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications and marketing industry, supporting planning and decision-making for organisations of all shapes and sizes. In the UK, VMAGROUP has offices in London and Manchester and in Europe, VMAGROUP has offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, but we work with organisations and individuals on a global basis. VMAGROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
Our client, a growing car park management company focused on technological innovation, is hiring for a Head of Product and Propositions to join their team. You will be responsible for identifying new market opportunities, developing propositions, and bringing new products to market. You will bring a fresh perspective to develop innovative products that offer value and disrupt the market. This position is hybrid, based across three office locations (Lancing, Newton Abbott, Stafford). Key Responsibilities Will Include: Utilise market research and insights to influence product development Identify and evaluate new markets for opportunities Develop an understanding of customer preferences to define key product features and specifications Establish strategies for product pricing and positioning Conduct research into competitor offerings to identify customer needs and new opportunities Work closely with the Marketing team to plan product launches and marketing campaigns Support and educate the Business Development Team to help them develop tools that facilitate the sales process Key Skills and Experience Required: Proven experience in product and propositions, ideally 5+ years Proven experience of product development and marketing strategies Strong B2C experience. B2B experience also preferable Strong knowledge of the product development life cycle Strong project management and leadership skills Ability to work with cross-functional teams, key external and internal stakeholders Strong analytical skills and ability to analyse complex data to understand customer behaviour and market trends VMA GROUP is a leading international interim, contract, temporary and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist. We are specifically focused on providing support to the communications, digital and marketing communities. Our specialist practice areas cover: communications, corporate communications, internal communications, change communications, PR, media relations, financial communications, CSR, public affairs, investor relations, marketing, digital marketing and agency services. We have a reputation for providing expert consultancy services and advice, supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications and marketing industry, supporting planning and decision-making for organisations of all shapes and sizes. In the UK, VMAGROUP has offices in London and Manchester and in Europe, VMAGROUP has offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, but we work with organisations and individuals on a global basis. VMAGROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.
A trade association working at the heart of the rural economy is looking for a National Communications Manager to join their team. As a key member of the External Affairs team, you will be responsible for raising the organisation's national media profile, while furthering the agenda with trade and regional media outlets. Working closely with their energetic and passionate PR agency, you will be responsible for ensuring proactive and reactive comment on issues of national importance including climate change, biodiversity, job creation, trade and economic prosperity. This organisation is positioned to lead the debate, and you will be at the heart of the action, coordinating messaging across our policy and regional teams to ensure accuracy and consistency, and helping the agency achieve their ambitious plans for high profile coverage. 1. Liaise on a day-to-day basis with the PR agency to deliver strategic goals 2. Reacting to breaking news and events, whilst also planning robust and informative proactive statements, opinion editorials etc 3. Liaise with journalists and producers to raise the profile of the organisation 4. Provide strategic PR support for specific issues and campaigns. 5. Provide pro-active PR advice and expertise to the Officers and Policy team as directed by the Director of External of Affairs. 6. Coordinate messaging with regional communications teams 7. Work collaboratively with colleagues to implement the External Affairs strategy as a whole VMAGROUP is a leading international interim, contract, temporary and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist. We are specifically focused on providing support to the communications, digital and marketing communities. Our specialist practice areas cover: communications, corporate communications, internal communications, change communications, PR, media relations, financial communications, CSR, public affairs, investor relations, marketing, digital marketing and agency services. We have a reputation for providing expert consultancy services and advice, supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications and marketing industry, supporting planning and decision-making for organisations of all shapes and sizes. In the UK, VMAGROUP has offices in London and Manchester and in Europe, VMAGROUP has offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, but we work with organisations and individuals on a global basis. VMAGROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.
Dec 06, 2021
Full time
A trade association working at the heart of the rural economy is looking for a National Communications Manager to join their team. As a key member of the External Affairs team, you will be responsible for raising the organisation's national media profile, while furthering the agenda with trade and regional media outlets. Working closely with their energetic and passionate PR agency, you will be responsible for ensuring proactive and reactive comment on issues of national importance including climate change, biodiversity, job creation, trade and economic prosperity. This organisation is positioned to lead the debate, and you will be at the heart of the action, coordinating messaging across our policy and regional teams to ensure accuracy and consistency, and helping the agency achieve their ambitious plans for high profile coverage. 1. Liaise on a day-to-day basis with the PR agency to deliver strategic goals 2. Reacting to breaking news and events, whilst also planning robust and informative proactive statements, opinion editorials etc 3. Liaise with journalists and producers to raise the profile of the organisation 4. Provide strategic PR support for specific issues and campaigns. 5. Provide pro-active PR advice and expertise to the Officers and Policy team as directed by the Director of External of Affairs. 6. Coordinate messaging with regional communications teams 7. Work collaboratively with colleagues to implement the External Affairs strategy as a whole VMAGROUP is a leading international interim, contract, temporary and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist. We are specifically focused on providing support to the communications, digital and marketing communities. Our specialist practice areas cover: communications, corporate communications, internal communications, change communications, PR, media relations, financial communications, CSR, public affairs, investor relations, marketing, digital marketing and agency services. We have a reputation for providing expert consultancy services and advice, supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications and marketing industry, supporting planning and decision-making for organisations of all shapes and sizes. In the UK, VMAGROUP has offices in London and Manchester and in Europe, VMAGROUP has offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, but we work with organisations and individuals on a global basis. VMAGROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.
One of the worlds leading cocoa companies is seeking a Communications Executive to join their global team. Reporting directly to the Senior Communications Manager, the Communications Executive will help deliver the global external and internal comms strategy for the business. Although the role is based in London, it involves working with colleagues across different time zones, so you need to be able to juggle multiple projects and have a keen eye for detail and accuracy. You will also be interested in current affairs and be comfortable dealing with the media. The work is genuinely fascinating and rewarding, as well as varied and fast-paced, ranging from sustainability and supply chain issues, to delving into consumer ingredient trends, like plant-based ice cream! Key responsibilities: Help deliver on the proactive comms strategy, both external and internal Liaise and work with the communications agency on a daily basis Help manage the PR press office and build media relationships Maintain content calendar of upcoming stories Build relationships across the business to source new stories Draft, edit and oversee the production of marketing collateral such as printed and e-newsletters Monitor food consumption trends that are relevant to cocoa, chocolate and confectionery products, as well as global social and environmental issues Manage comms requests from internal stakeholders Support with monitoring and evaluation tools Work collaboratively with the Cocoa Brand Manager, Head of Cocoa Communications and the wider comms team. Required skills and experience: Experience and track record in Corporate \/ B2B comms, either agency side or in-house Able to demonstrate examples of successfully delivered multi-channel campaigns Engaged and informed with current events and sustainability issues Media relations experience across international business titles and trade press A proven ability to draft copy for a variety of audiences and channels that combines news angles, key messages \/ business objectives Excellent command of written and spoken English Highly competent with MS Office Suite i. e. , Word, PowerPoint, Excel Experience dealing with third party suppliers VMAGROUP is a leading international interim and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist for communications, digital and marketing. Specialist practices cover internal and change communications, external communications, investor relations, public affairs, marketing, digital and agency services. VMAGROUP has an international presence with offices across Europe. We have a reputation for providing leading consultancy services and advice supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications and marketing industries supporting planning and decision-making. VMAGROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.
Dec 06, 2021
Full time
One of the worlds leading cocoa companies is seeking a Communications Executive to join their global team. Reporting directly to the Senior Communications Manager, the Communications Executive will help deliver the global external and internal comms strategy for the business. Although the role is based in London, it involves working with colleagues across different time zones, so you need to be able to juggle multiple projects and have a keen eye for detail and accuracy. You will also be interested in current affairs and be comfortable dealing with the media. The work is genuinely fascinating and rewarding, as well as varied and fast-paced, ranging from sustainability and supply chain issues, to delving into consumer ingredient trends, like plant-based ice cream! Key responsibilities: Help deliver on the proactive comms strategy, both external and internal Liaise and work with the communications agency on a daily basis Help manage the PR press office and build media relationships Maintain content calendar of upcoming stories Build relationships across the business to source new stories Draft, edit and oversee the production of marketing collateral such as printed and e-newsletters Monitor food consumption trends that are relevant to cocoa, chocolate and confectionery products, as well as global social and environmental issues Manage comms requests from internal stakeholders Support with monitoring and evaluation tools Work collaboratively with the Cocoa Brand Manager, Head of Cocoa Communications and the wider comms team. Required skills and experience: Experience and track record in Corporate \/ B2B comms, either agency side or in-house Able to demonstrate examples of successfully delivered multi-channel campaigns Engaged and informed with current events and sustainability issues Media relations experience across international business titles and trade press A proven ability to draft copy for a variety of audiences and channels that combines news angles, key messages \/ business objectives Excellent command of written and spoken English Highly competent with MS Office Suite i. e. , Word, PowerPoint, Excel Experience dealing with third party suppliers VMAGROUP is a leading international interim and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist for communications, digital and marketing. Specialist practices cover internal and change communications, external communications, investor relations, public affairs, marketing, digital and agency services. VMAGROUP has an international presence with offices across Europe. We have a reputation for providing leading consultancy services and advice supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications and marketing industries supporting planning and decision-making. VMAGROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.
The Role: You will have a rare opportunity to directly influence consumer behaviour and help shape campaigns. You will have the opportunity to hone your marketing expertise and apply your skills to help prevent consumer detriment. You will enjoy a unique insight into the full spectrum of the financial services industry, with the opportunity to have a real impact while working collaboratively towards a common goal alongside a range of internal and external stakeholders. Were looking for someone who can bring behaviour change marketing experience, creative flair, rigour and ambition to communications for our client, Youll also be able to understand the potential impact of communications and help to set KPIs to measure effectiveness. Role Responsibilities: Develop and implement integrated marketing and behaviour change campaigns. Campaigns may include advertising, PR, partnership activity, events, online and printed material. Plan, develop and implement communication campaigns on priority issues, inform them of relevant changes. Develop clear evaluation plans and a robust evidence base for campaigns. Effectively manage suppliers, including creative, media and digital agencies, ensuring agencies are well briefed and deliver to our goals and budgets. Manage campaign budgets, supplier negotiations, ensuring value for money and clear returns on marketing investment. Build effective working relationships with partners including and establish links with appropriate partners who can support our aims. Be an effective and collegiate member of the Communications Division, working with colleagues across teams to ensure our client meets our business objectives. Required proven experience in a specific technical area or skill: Experience of working with quantitative and qualitative data to inform marketing campaign delivery. Experience of having worked in financial services in a Marketing function. Experience of having worked with or in advertising or media agencies. Required role-specific know-how, skills and behaviours: Experience of planning and delivering integrated behaviour change marketing campaigns with working knowledge of communication strategy development, media planning and buying, advertising, digital, partnership marketing and PR and campaign evaluation. Experience of working with qualitative and quantitative research, analysing and interpreting data and converting to actionable insight; setting objectives and key performance indicators and establishing clear evaluation plans. Experience of translating complex business goals into communication and marketing messaging and objectives. Strong planning and organisational skills and experience of working in a high pressure environment, managing multiple project workstreams. Ability to build strong working relationships both internally and externally, to persuade and influence and gain credibility and respect from all areas of the organisation. Experience of managing suppliers and agencies to ensure cost effectiveness and quality, building good relationships and managing performance to get the best results for the business. A creative and innovative thinker with good judgement and creative problem solving skills. Capable of being a role model for the competency and behavioural standards of our clients values (and be a good team player across the wider Communications division). Experience of working in a marketing role in financial services or public sector. Role-specific know-how, skills and behaviours that would be advantageous: This role will involve line management therefore experience of managing staff would be beneficial. Experience of delivering engaging marketing campaigns to disengaged and\/or hard to reach audiences. Salary 45,000 to 55,000 (depending on experience) Benefits : Agile Working - working arrangements to suit your personal needs and those of the business Holidays 25 days
Dec 05, 2021
Full time
The Role: You will have a rare opportunity to directly influence consumer behaviour and help shape campaigns. You will have the opportunity to hone your marketing expertise and apply your skills to help prevent consumer detriment. You will enjoy a unique insight into the full spectrum of the financial services industry, with the opportunity to have a real impact while working collaboratively towards a common goal alongside a range of internal and external stakeholders. Were looking for someone who can bring behaviour change marketing experience, creative flair, rigour and ambition to communications for our client, Youll also be able to understand the potential impact of communications and help to set KPIs to measure effectiveness. Role Responsibilities: Develop and implement integrated marketing and behaviour change campaigns. Campaigns may include advertising, PR, partnership activity, events, online and printed material. Plan, develop and implement communication campaigns on priority issues, inform them of relevant changes. Develop clear evaluation plans and a robust evidence base for campaigns. Effectively manage suppliers, including creative, media and digital agencies, ensuring agencies are well briefed and deliver to our goals and budgets. Manage campaign budgets, supplier negotiations, ensuring value for money and clear returns on marketing investment. Build effective working relationships with partners including and establish links with appropriate partners who can support our aims. Be an effective and collegiate member of the Communications Division, working with colleagues across teams to ensure our client meets our business objectives. Required proven experience in a specific technical area or skill: Experience of working with quantitative and qualitative data to inform marketing campaign delivery. Experience of having worked in financial services in a Marketing function. Experience of having worked with or in advertising or media agencies. Required role-specific know-how, skills and behaviours: Experience of planning and delivering integrated behaviour change marketing campaigns with working knowledge of communication strategy development, media planning and buying, advertising, digital, partnership marketing and PR and campaign evaluation. Experience of working with qualitative and quantitative research, analysing and interpreting data and converting to actionable insight; setting objectives and key performance indicators and establishing clear evaluation plans. Experience of translating complex business goals into communication and marketing messaging and objectives. Strong planning and organisational skills and experience of working in a high pressure environment, managing multiple project workstreams. Ability to build strong working relationships both internally and externally, to persuade and influence and gain credibility and respect from all areas of the organisation. Experience of managing suppliers and agencies to ensure cost effectiveness and quality, building good relationships and managing performance to get the best results for the business. A creative and innovative thinker with good judgement and creative problem solving skills. Capable of being a role model for the competency and behavioural standards of our clients values (and be a good team player across the wider Communications division). Experience of working in a marketing role in financial services or public sector. Role-specific know-how, skills and behaviours that would be advantageous: This role will involve line management therefore experience of managing staff would be beneficial. Experience of delivering engaging marketing campaigns to disengaged and\/or hard to reach audiences. Salary 45,000 to 55,000 (depending on experience) Benefits : Agile Working - working arrangements to suit your personal needs and those of the business Holidays 25 days
The Role: To bring behaviour change marketing experience, creative flair, rigour and ambition to communications for our client. In this role, you will help bring the voice and perspective of the consumer to our client and play a key role in developing and delivering communications that resonate with consumer audiences. You will also need to identify when it is appropriate for our client to alert or inform consumers about risks and when it is appropriate to work with or through partners or signpost to other sources of help and advice. List the key responsibilities of this job: Develop and implement integrated marketing and behaviour change campaigns to help protect consumers from risk. Campaigns may include advertising, PR, partnership activity, events, online and printed material. Develop clear evaluation plans and a robust evidence base for campaigns. Effectively manage suppliers, including creative, media and digital agencies, ensuring agencies are well briefed and deliver to our goals and budgets. Manage campaign budgets, supplier negotiations, ensuring value for money and clear returns on marketing investment. Be an effective and collegiate member of the Communications Division, working with colleagues across teams to ensure we meet our business objectives. Required proven experience in a specific technical area or skill: Knowledge and experience of marketing communications and campaign delivery including advertising, media, PR, social media and partnerships. Experience of running and managing paid social media campaigns using relevant tools and applications. Required role-specific know-how, skills and behaviours: Experience of delivering marketing campaigns with working knowledge of communication strategy development, media planning and buying, advertising, digital, partnership marketing and PR and campaign evaluation. Good planning and organisational skills and experience of working in a high pressure environment, managing multiple projects across a range of projects. Experience of working with qualitative and quantitative research, analysing and interpreting data and converting to actionable insight Experience of managing suppliers and agencies to ensure cost effectiveness and quality, building good relationships and managing performance to get the best results for the business. Responds positively to challenges and sees tasks through to completion. Capable of being a role model for our clients competency and behavioural standards and be a good team player across the wider Communications division. Role-specific know-how, skills and behaviours that would be advantageous: Experience of working on social behaviour change campaigns. Experience of developing communications targeting disengaged and\/or hard to reach audiences. Experience of working in a communications role within the financial services sector, government and third sector would be helpful but not essential. Salary 34,000 to 38,000 (depending on experience) Benefits : Agile Working - working arrangements to suit your personal needs and those of the business Holidays 25 days
Dec 05, 2021
Full time
The Role: To bring behaviour change marketing experience, creative flair, rigour and ambition to communications for our client. In this role, you will help bring the voice and perspective of the consumer to our client and play a key role in developing and delivering communications that resonate with consumer audiences. You will also need to identify when it is appropriate for our client to alert or inform consumers about risks and when it is appropriate to work with or through partners or signpost to other sources of help and advice. List the key responsibilities of this job: Develop and implement integrated marketing and behaviour change campaigns to help protect consumers from risk. Campaigns may include advertising, PR, partnership activity, events, online and printed material. Develop clear evaluation plans and a robust evidence base for campaigns. Effectively manage suppliers, including creative, media and digital agencies, ensuring agencies are well briefed and deliver to our goals and budgets. Manage campaign budgets, supplier negotiations, ensuring value for money and clear returns on marketing investment. Be an effective and collegiate member of the Communications Division, working with colleagues across teams to ensure we meet our business objectives. Required proven experience in a specific technical area or skill: Knowledge and experience of marketing communications and campaign delivery including advertising, media, PR, social media and partnerships. Experience of running and managing paid social media campaigns using relevant tools and applications. Required role-specific know-how, skills and behaviours: Experience of delivering marketing campaigns with working knowledge of communication strategy development, media planning and buying, advertising, digital, partnership marketing and PR and campaign evaluation. Good planning and organisational skills and experience of working in a high pressure environment, managing multiple projects across a range of projects. Experience of working with qualitative and quantitative research, analysing and interpreting data and converting to actionable insight Experience of managing suppliers and agencies to ensure cost effectiveness and quality, building good relationships and managing performance to get the best results for the business. Responds positively to challenges and sees tasks through to completion. Capable of being a role model for our clients competency and behavioural standards and be a good team player across the wider Communications division. Role-specific know-how, skills and behaviours that would be advantageous: Experience of working on social behaviour change campaigns. Experience of developing communications targeting disengaged and\/or hard to reach audiences. Experience of working in a communications role within the financial services sector, government and third sector would be helpful but not essential. Salary 34,000 to 38,000 (depending on experience) Benefits : Agile Working - working arrangements to suit your personal needs and those of the business Holidays 25 days
