Communications Executive

Job Description:

Ford & Stanley are delighted to be partnering with a leading national trade association to appoint a Communications Executive to their Derby-based team.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious communications professional to become a key voice for a vital national industry. Supporting a diverse membership of supply chain organisations, you will play a pivotal role in keeping the sector informed, engaged, and connected.

This is a fast-paced, execution-focused position where you will have the autonomy to suggest new content ideas, attend industry events, and transition from delivery to strategy as you progress. If you are a "plate-spinner" who thrives on variety and high standards, this role offers a fantastic platform to develop your career within a prestigious industry body.

• Member Engagement: Draft, edit, and distribute high-quality content, including weekly newsletters and digital Quarterly Updates for a national membership base.

• National Campaigns: Take responsibility for day-to-day social media channels and website updates, ensuring all digital content is engaging and timely.

• Content Creation: Attend events to gather delegate feedback and insights, turning them into high-impact social media posts, write-ups, and digital brochures.

• Campaign Management: Manage email distribution lists and use platforms like Mailchimp to segment audiences, track engagement metrics, and report on performance.

• Brand Advocacy: Ensure all messaging remains consistent with the organisation’s professional tone and brand guidelines across all external stakeholder-facing platforms.

• Experience: You must have at least 1 year of experience in a similar communications, marketing, or PR role.

• Writing Excellence: A high standard of written English is non-negotiable. You have a sharp eye for detail and the ability to write for a professional, external stakeholder audience.

• Technical Savvy: Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp) and Content Management Systems (CMS) is highly beneficial.

• Dynamic Mindset: You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, meeting tight deadlines, and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Engagement: A genuine interest in learning about a complex industry and the diverse organisations that support the UK’s infrastructure.

Derby (with hybrid working options—1 day WFH per week—once settled into the role). Occasional travel to external events is required.

Up to £30,000 + Aviva Private Healthcare, enhanced sickness pay, and a holiday allowance that increases with service (starting at 25 days + Bank Holidays).

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas – recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.

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Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.