Brand and PR Manager

Job Description

Howdens are looking for a skilled and experienced Brand and PR Manager to join our expanding Brand and Marketing team. In this new role, you will get the opportunity to deliver best-in-class marketing campaigns, advertising, and PR. This Brand and PR Managerrole is full-time and permanent with a blend of home and office work based in our Raunds office in Northamptonshire. This is a great opportunity for you to play a key role in our expanding brand and marketing team, creating customer demand through world-classbrand execution as part of the UKs number-one Trade Kitchen Supplier.What will I be doing as Brand and PR Manager

• Managing, developing, and executing effective through the line marketing campaigns
• Ensuring all communications adhere to brand guidelines, tone of voice, and deliver creative excellence

• Leading the delivery of the ATL activity, working closely with the media agency to develop and deliver media plans that deliver against campaign objectives
• Working closely with the in-house design team to develop engaging creatives
• Leading the creative development of our advertising from briefing through to final playout
• Leading cross-functional representation of Campaign, ATL and PR activity, keeping stakeholders informed on plans and ensuring integration and alignment across the business
• Constantly looking for ways to improve the effectiveness of campaigns supported by reporting, brand tracking insight and creative effectiveness insight
• Working in partnership across the business to drive the delivery of fully integrated, collaborative, and strategic campaigns
• Managing the relationship with our monitoring and analysis agency, confidently sharing insights and PRs impact with stakeholders across the business
• Writing, co-ordinating and issuing media releases, statements, briefing materials and Q&As,
• Leading and developing the always-on PR strategy to drive engagement and awareness among media and influencers

What do I need to qualify for this Brand and PR Manager role

• Experienced in the development and delivery of high-impact advertising campaigns with strong experience in TV and Radio advertising
• Proven track record in delivering successful PR campaigns that achieve campaign KPIs
• Possess an in-depth knowledge of the evolving UK media landscape
• Experienced in the creative development and production process of integrated campaigns, especially TV and Radio formats
• Meticulous when it comes to attention to detail, and hold yourself to a high standard
• Excellent communication skills - you will need to be an expert in building relationships both with your agency and internal stakeholders and will have the ability to influence at all levels
• Creative thinker with a can-do approach
• A people-first approach to leading a team
• Highly organized and thrives under pressure and working to tight deadlines in a fast paced environment

What we can offer you as a Brand and PR Manager

• Competitive salary and annual company bonus
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
• Staff Discount
• Subsidised on-site restaurant
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

About Howdens:Howdens Joinery is the UKs number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 800 depots throughout the UK and Europemaking us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals.Last year our sales reached circa 2.1bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy workingfor Howdensand why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.How to applyWere building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then were keen to hear from you. When you apply, you willneed to attach a CV and Cover Letter, as part of your application.#LI-HG1