The Job:

We are delighted to be assisting them with their vacancy for a Marketing Communications Manager, reporting to the Head of Marketing Communications.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for delivering and coordinating a wide range of marketing communications projects, while line-managing a Marketing Communications Assistant. The position requires a balance of project ownership and people management — you’ll personally deliver much of the work while providing support, delegation, and guidance to ensure outputs meet the highest standard.

You’ll play a central role in ensuring all advertising, public relations, events, and communication activities support their brand and commercial objectives. Strong organisational skills, excellent copywriting, and the ability to manage projects end-to-end will be key.

Responsibilities will include:

• Line-managing, coaching, and developing the Marketing Communications Assistant
• Writing, editing, and distributing press releases, case studies, and articles
• Building strong media relationships and monitoring coverage
• Planning and managing advertising campaigns (print), including artwork production and media buying
• Project-managing catalogues, brochures, and customer-specific collateral
• Managing print production, suppliers, and budgets to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness
• Overseeing third-party relationships with agencies and contractors
• Supporting research projects and presenting actionable insights
• Managing the image library, usage rights, and lifestyle photoshoots
• Organising exhibitions and events, including logistics, design, and follow-up
• Acting as brand guardian to ensure consistency across all materials
• Managing allocated budgets, tracking ROI, and supporting wider cross-functional marketing projects

The Person:

For this role, they are looking for a proven Marketing Communications professional with strong hands-on project management and copywriting skills. You’ll be confident managing multiple projects simultaneously and experienced in working with suppliers, agencies, and media partners.

Essential experience includes:

• Hands-on experience in a Marketing Communications role
• Excellent copywriting and proofreading skills
• Proven PR and advertising campaign management
• Catalogue and collateral production experience
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Supplier and negotiation experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Asana preferred but not essential
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms (e.g. Dot Mailer)
• Some people management or mentoring experience

• Organising events and exhibitions
• CRM systems and digital marketing tools
• B2B or retail/manufacturing sector background

• Hands-on, delivery-focused, and action-oriented
• Organised, structured, and detail-driven
• Proactive, with a strong sense of accountability
• Confident communicator across stakeholders, media, and suppliers
• A collaborative team player who supports colleagues
• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working under pressure
• Commercially aware with a creative approach

The Location:

Cheddar, Somerset (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home).