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Aston Villa Football Club has a new opportunity for a Corporate Communications Officer to join the Communications Department. The role is central to shaping the identity, reputation and voice of the Club, managing internal and external communication, media relations, digital content, fan engagement and strategic messaging.
Job Responsibility:
Devise and implement the Club's business and stakeholder communications plan, highlighting key strategic objectives, opportunities and engaging with all relevant corporate partners
Act as a key touchpoint for all elements of the Club’s operations
Play a significant role in widening the knowledge and understanding of our vision and goals
Lead the development and delivery of a structured communications plan for our non-football activity
Manage internal communications (such as newsletters, briefings and updates on Club-wider initiatives) in line with the Club’s overall communications strategy
Be a visible and trusted point of contact for media covering off field matters by building and maintaining strong working relationships with journalists across news and business
Lead on briefing and supporting Club staff ahead of interviews, appearances or public engagements
Work closely alongside the Commercial and Partnerships team to help deliver announcements, activations and campaigns to ensure that all messaging is aligned
Requirements:
Demonstrable experience in a communications or media role, specifically devising and implementing a corporate communications plan
Awareness of the football and business operations environment
Practical and confident approach to planning and delivering campaigns across digital, print and in-person channels
Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences
Comfortable and approachable working with colleagues across all different levels and departments
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities efficiently and work effectively under pressure
Hold a full, UK driving licence
Available to work flexibly (including evenings, weekends and matchdays)