Communications Lead - Partnerships Projects (FTC)

Bristol, UK (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradFull time

Posted 6 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own a mixed communications and marketing role supporting Bristol Waste Company and Bristol City Council partnerships with a focus on sustainability, street scene improvements, and council objectives.

  • Campaign ownership: plan and deliver campaigns across digital, social, print and events with cross‑department collaboration.
  • Content and media: build web, intranet, social presence and create engaging video for campaigns.
  • Brand and stakeholder management: oversee brand use, foster internal relationships, and represent the partners at community events.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Work on the planning and delivery of communications and marketing campaigns that support partnership projects as agreed with Bristol Waste Company and Bristol City Council that focus on: Sustainability and environmental impacts; Improved street scene; and supporting the Bristol City Council Waste Client and Housing Team to deliver against political and organisational objectives
  • Create and curate content for the website and intranet, including rich media, and support presence on, and tactical use of, social media
  • Create engaging video content that supports Bristol Waste Company and Bristol City Council marketing campaigns
  • Develop marketing or promotional assets and materials, such as posters or digital content, and award applications
  • Assist in the management of the use and development of the brand
  • Build and manage strong and effective internal relationships across Bristol Waste Company and Bristol City Council
  • Represent and promote Bristol Waste and the Council with a range of external stakeholders including volunteer groups, and support presence at community/ business volunteering focused events
  • Adopt safe working practices, maintaining a safe working environment; comply with Bristol Waste Codes of Conduct, Regulations and Policies; and work in line with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and contribute to this process of improvement

Requirements

  • Excellent organisational, communication and presentation skills, with strong attention to detail and a proactive, creative approach
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a positive attitude and confidence working outdoors when required
  • Knowledge of planning and delivering effective marketing and communications campaigns, including digital, social media and print content
  • Confident using ICT systems, including Microsoft Office, and familiar with social media platforms and management tools
  • Experience working in a marketing or communications environment, with the ability to manage deadlines and priorities effectively
  • Full UK driving licence required;

Nice to have

  • Desirable skills include design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe), website management (WordPress), event coordination and an interest in environmental issues

Benefits

  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • 5% employer pension contribution
  • Free BUPA Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
  • Onsite physiotherapist and Cycle to Work scheme
  • £200 employee referral bonus
  • Learning and development opportunities with clear progression routes
  • Reward Gateway discounts at 900+ retailers
  • Employee recognition awards and long service awards
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Bristol Waste Company

Bristol Waste Company are responsible for refuse and recycling collection, street cleansing and waste disposal for the people of Bristol. We also run the city’s two Reuse and Recycling Centres (RRCs) plus growing commercial waste and facilities management businesses.We are an enthusiastic, forward-thinking company with an ambitious vision for Bristol. A key part of this is the clear need to influence behavioural change in the city with regard to waste, recycling and litter, and to involve and empower citizens, community groups and businesses. In doing so, together, we can make Bristol a cleaner and greener place that wastes nothing.

Founded in 2015
Bristol, England, GBR
179 employees (7 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
31.3K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
75.1%
Direct
18.5%
Referral
3.4%
Social
1.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~179

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
7 (4% of company)