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Brand Communication Manager
Salary Competitive salary
Schedule Full Time
Location Boldmere House Hams Hall Distribution Park, Faraday Ave, Birmingham B46 1AL, UK

Brand Communication Manager


Description

Brand Communication Manager


The Works is a unique place to… well… work.


We’re the UK’s leading family friendly retailer of value gifts, arts, crafts, toys, books and stationery. With over 530 stores nationwide together with a brilliant online store, we’re here to offer our customers a unique and enjoyable shopping experience, built on our core principles of value, variety and quality.  


We’re a proactive and hardworking bunch. We’ve built an environment that’s busy, fast-moving and full of energy. Our atmosphere is welcoming, friendly and inclusive. If you’re the kind of person who’s as crafty, caring and can-do as we are, then this is the kind of culture for you.

 

The short bit ‘About the Role’

 

Our brand is evolving, and we want you to be part of it. This newly created role, reporting into the Head of Brand Marketing, is a unique opportunity to create, develop and own your own campaigns from start to finish, including all PR and Comms activity, budget management and agency relationships.

 

The bit ‘About You’

 

We are looking for someone who is creative, vibrant and inspiring and can create content to match, reaching new audiences with bold, fresh, standout ideas.

 

This is your chance to shine, be fearless and show us what you can do to drive our brand and vision forward.

 

Some of the key responsibilities you will need to undertake:

  • Develop and deliver the Customer marketing plan, supporting the promotion plan as well as maximising key customer events and shopping missions.
  • Support the Head of Brand Marketing in developing and delivering an integrated Marketing PR & communications strategy in line with the business objectives, marketing strategy and budget.
  • Champion and protect our brand ensuring all communications are consistent across all customer touchpoints and always reflect our vision and brand values.
  • Support the Head of Brand Marketing to transform the brand into new, innovative, and inspiring campaigns across all channels.
  • Working closely with our Buying team to identify opportunities in the trading calendar for supplier funded campaigns.
  • Responsibility for generating the overall campaign concept and delivering that to key stakeholders in the wider Marketing & Ecommerce team.
  • Working closely with the Social Media Manager to deliver a strong, creative and inventive content plan.
  • Create compelling customer journeys, working with relevant teams to deliver a seamless omni-channel customer experience.
  • Rebuilding the marketing calendar for the year to create new and innovative ways to bring success to the brand. 
  • Deliver post campaign analysis and brand tracking.
  • Support with budget management.
  • Lead, inspire and motivate the team and our partner agencies to deliver brilliant brand and content plans.

 

The bits we are looking for in you

 

Behaviours

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Passionate: Has a true passion for the work they do, our brand and what we stand for.
  • Creative: Has bold, vibrant ideas with a keen eye for detail.
  • Agile: Enjoys and flourishes in a fast-paced and pressurised environment and is able to oversee multiple projects at the same time.
  • Confident: Enjoys being around people and can build and maintain strong relationships with work colleagues and partners.


Knowledge, Skills & Experience

  • A proven track record in Brand Marketing with knowledge across multiple marketing disciplines.
  • Substantial experience in campaign and content management.
  • Experience leading PR activity/projects.
  • Excellent stakeholder management.
  • Experience of retail is highly desirable but not essential.
  • Experience of managing a small team.

 

What we will give to you…!

  • 25% discount off our products in store!
  • Hybrid working
  • 33 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme to increase your annual leave entitlement.
  • Company pension contribution.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan.
  • Free Car Parking.
  • Charity Giving - Pennies from Heaven and Give as you Earn.

 

Finally, the bit ‘About The Works’

We are people who do!

Here at The Works, we are building a working environment that’s fun, friendly, and supportive - all at the same time. It’s somewhere that’s designed for people who love getting busy, whether that’s helping customers, meeting new challenges, or building a rewarding career.

We are the UK’s leading family friendly retailer of value gifts, arts, crafts, toys, books and stationery. With over 500 stores nationwide together with a brilliant online store, we’re here to offer our customers a unique and enjoyable shopping experience, built on our core principles of value, variety and quality. 


Oh....and we are super proud to be a Best Companies, Best Big Company to work for in the UK in 2021

The Works is somewhere you can put your proud and passionate, inclusive and accessible, confident and honest, fun and creative, and nimble and driven approach to work.


Brand Communication Manager


The Works is a unique place to… well… work.


We’re the UK’s leading family friendly retailer of value gifts, arts, crafts, toys, books and stationery. With over 530 stores nationwide together with a brilliant online store, we’re here to offer our customers a unique and enjoyable shopping experience, built on our core principles of value, variety and quality.  


We’re a proactive and hardworking bunch. We’ve built an environment that’s busy, fast-moving and full of energy. Our atmosphere is welcoming, friendly and inclusive. If you’re the kind of person who’s as crafty, caring and can-do as we are, then this is the kind of culture for you.

 

The short bit ‘About the Role’

 

Our brand is evolving, and we want you to be part of it. This newly created role, reporting into the Head of Brand Marketing, is a unique opportunity to create, develop and own your own campaigns from start to finish, including all PR and Comms activity, budget management and agency relationships.

 

The bit ‘About You’

 

We are looking for someone who is creative, vibrant and inspiring and can create content to match, reaching new audiences with bold, fresh, standout ideas.

 

This is your chance to shine, be fearless and show us what you can do to drive our brand and vision forward.

 

Some of the key responsibilities you will need to undertake:

  • Develop and deliver the Customer marketing plan, supporting the promotion plan as well as maximising key customer events and shopping missions.
  • Support the Head of Brand Marketing in developing and delivering an integrated Marketing PR & communications strategy in line with the business objectives, marketing strategy and budget.
  • Champion and protect our brand ensuring all communications are consistent across all customer touchpoints and always reflect our vision and brand values.
  • Support the Head of Brand Marketing to transform the brand into new, innovative, and inspiring campaigns across all channels.
  • Working closely with our Buying team to identify opportunities in the trading calendar for supplier funded campaigns.
  • Responsibility for generating the overall campaign concept and delivering that to key stakeholders in the wider Marketing & Ecommerce team.
  • Working closely with the Social Media Manager to deliver a strong, creative and inventive content plan.
  • Create compelling customer journeys, working with relevant teams to deliver a seamless omni-channel customer experience.
  • Rebuilding the marketing calendar for the year to create new and innovative ways to bring success to the brand. 
  • Deliver post campaign analysis and brand tracking.
  • Support with budget management.
  • Lead, inspire and motivate the team and our partner agencies to deliver brilliant brand and content plans.

 

The bits we are looking for in you

 

Behaviours

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Passionate: Has a true passion for the work they do, our brand and what we stand for.
  • Creative: Has bold, vibrant ideas with a keen eye for detail.
  • Agile: Enjoys and flourishes in a fast-paced and pressurised environment and is able to oversee multiple projects at the same time.
  • Confident: Enjoys being around people and can build and maintain strong relationships with work colleagues and partners.


Knowledge, Skills & Experience

  • A proven track record in Brand Marketing with knowledge across multiple marketing disciplines.
  • Substantial experience in campaign and content management.
  • Experience leading PR activity/projects.
  • Excellent stakeholder management.
  • Experience of retail is highly desirable but not essential.
  • Experience of managing a small team.

 

What we will give to you…!

  • 25% discount off our products in store!
  • Hybrid working
  • 33 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme to increase your annual leave entitlement.
  • Company pension contribution.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan.
  • Free Car Parking.
  • Charity Giving - Pennies from Heaven and Give as you Earn.

 

Finally, the bit ‘About The Works’

We are people who do!

Here at The Works, we are building a working environment that’s fun, friendly, and supportive - all at the same time. It’s somewhere that’s designed for people who love getting busy, whether that’s helping customers, meeting new challenges, or building a rewarding career.

We are the UK’s leading family friendly retailer of value gifts, arts, crafts, toys, books and stationery. With over 500 stores nationwide together with a brilliant online store, we’re here to offer our customers a unique and enjoyable shopping experience, built on our core principles of value, variety and quality. 


Oh....and we are super proud to be a Best Companies, Best Big Company to work for in the UK in 2021

The Works is somewhere you can put your proud and passionate, inclusive and accessible, confident and honest, fun and creative, and nimble and driven approach to work.



Details
Salary Competitive salary
Schedule Full Time
Location Boldmere House Hams Hall Distribution Park, Faraday Ave, Birmingham B46 1AL, UK

Skills
Marketing
PR
Brand Management
By applying you confirm you have these skills.

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Boldmere House Hams Hall Distribution Park, Faraday Ave, Birmingham B46 1AL, UK