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As Head of Brand & PR (Maternity Cover), you will lead Learning Curve Group’s public relations, communications and brand reputation during a period of transition. You will be responsible for shaping and delivering PR strategies that enhance brand visibility, protect reputation and support business objectives. You will act as the organisation’s brand guardian and PR lead, ensuring consistent messaging across all channels. You will lead a small team that supports the wider Marketing function and work closely with senior stakeholders across the business. This role will support events activity from a PR, messaging and brand perspective, ensuring alignment with communication objectives, but will not hold lead responsibility for event delivery.
Job Responsibility:
Line manage and support the Brand & Comms team, providing effective line management, development and support
Provide strategic leadership for PR, communications and brand reputation activity, ensuring alignment with business priorities
Set clear direction and frameworks for PR and communications activity
Develop and maintain relationships with media, partners and key external stakeholders
Provide oversight and guidance on external communications and reputational matters, supporting appropriate messaging and responses
Own brand assets and guidelines, ensuring consistent and effective use across the organisation
Work with the Videographer to execute a video-first content strategy, supporting the transition towards increased use of video across the website and social media channels
Provide direction on the role of video within wider brand, PR and communications activity, ensuring alignment with messaging and audience objectives
Lead on the internal engagement calendar (alongside the Senior Communications Executive) working closely with the People Team
Liaise with relevant stakeholders to help support and coordinate and plan events such as LCG Charity Ball, People Conference and large conferences as well as providing PR, brand and communications support before, during and after such events
Work closely with the wider Marketing team in a collaborative, integrated approach
Manage budgets effectively and demonstrate strong return on investment
Apply strong project management skills to balance multiple priorities and deliver to deadlines
Conduct your role in line with the company values and expected behaviours
Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity throughout the company
Comply with the Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be vigilant to potential concerns and risks at all times
Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Provide learners, customers and colleagues with support, advice guidance as part of your everyday role
Requirements:
Strong experience in PR, communications or reputation management
Proven ability to manage media relations and external stakeholders
Strong background in brand management and design principles
Experience of managing and developing people
Experience supporting events from a PR or communications perspective
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong project management skills with the ability to work to deadlines
Honest, trustworthy and professional approach
Flexible, adaptable and collaborative working style
What we offer:
26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Buy & Sell an additional 5 days each year
Length of service annual leave increments starting at 2 years
Healthcare Scheme
Tech Scheme
Ikea Scheme
Cycle to work Scheme
Paid Volunteer day each year
Early Finish Fridays on the last Friday of every month
Student / Teacher Discount
Uniform
Electric Car charging points
Free fruit, Coffee and Tea
Onsite Shower
Prayer room on request or list of nearest available places of worship