Marketing and Communications Executive

Summary:

Marketing and Communications Executive role with focus on brand-building and media relations.

About the School:

A leading independent day school for girls, the school is known for its strong academic results, commitment to character development, and vibrant community. It offers a supportive and dynamic working environment with a rich co-curricular programme.

The Opportunity:

As a Marketing and Communications Executive, you will play a key role in shaping the school’s public narrative through creative content, social media, and press relations. This is an opportunity to build the school’s reputation and engage with a passionate and diverse community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow the school’s organic social media presence across multiple platforms.
• Develop and execute compelling content strategies that reflect the school’s brand values and mission.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets to generate positive press coverage.
• Collaborate with the Marketing, Admissions, and Development teams on strategic campaigns and storytelling initiatives.
• Capture and curate content from across the school community to showcase student achievements and school life.
• Support the development of thought leadership pieces and longer-form content for internal and external audiences.
• Ensure all communications align with the school’s brand guidelines and strategic objectives.
• Stay up to date with digital trends and best practices in marketing and communications.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in marketing, communications, or public relations.
• Strong writing and content creation skills with a creative and strategic mindset.
• Experience managing social media platforms and creating engaging content.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with media and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A passion for storytelling and a deep understanding of brand building.

Preferred

• Experience in the education sector or working with independent schools.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools and analytics platforms.
• Experience with press and media relations.
• Knowledge of SEO and content marketing best practices.
• Strong visual storytelling skills and experience with video or multimedia content creation.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £27,229.00 per annum.
• Flexible working arrangements available.
• Comprehensive pension scheme and health benefits.
• Discounted school fees for staff and family members.
• Access to on-site parking and subsidised meals.