Are you a strong communicator with a passion for storytelling, digital content, and engaging audiences? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in communications, PR, and social media while also developing key skills in team support, report writing, and presentation preparation? If so, Nottingham Building Society is looking for a Communications Assistant to join our team and help us connect with our members, employees, and the wider community.
This is an exciting entry-level opportunity where you’ll develop essential skills, work on real projects, and be part of a supportive team that’s committed to your growth. You’ll also provide administrative and project support to the leadership team within the Communications department, gaining exposure to strategic communications planning.
Here’s a taste of what you will be doing as a Communications Executive at Nottingham Building Society: -
- Create Engaging Content: Write and edit content for intranet, newsletters, and employee updates.
- Organise Internal Events: Help plan and promote events, town halls, and engagement activities.
- Prepare Reports and Presentations: Assist in creating reports and presentations for internal meetings and leadership updates.
- Draft Press Releases and Articles: Help draft press releases, blog posts, and articles to promote our brand.
- Monitor Media Relations: Support media relations by tracking press coverage and developing PR campaigns.
- Manage Social Media: Schedule and post content on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
- Support Marketing Campaigns: Work with the marketing team to coordinate creative assets and contribute fresh ideas.
- Provide Administrative Support: Maintain contact lists, schedule meetings, and assist with event logistics and communications calendars.
About you: -
- Exceptional Writing and Storytelling: Strong skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Creative Thinker: Enjoys generating new ideas and engaging content.
- Social Media Savvy: Confident using social media and interested in digital trends.
- Organised and Proactive: Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong Administrative Skills: Efficient in managing tasks and organising work.
- Report and Presentation Preparation: Skilled in compiling reports and creating professional presentations.
- Team Player: Great communication skills and a willingness to learn.
- Adaptable and Eager to Learn: Always ready to embrace new challenges and opportunities.
Reward & Benefits -
- A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, annual discretionary bonus scheme, Medicash healthcare scheme, 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave.
- Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations.
- For all full-time roles we work a 35-hour working week to promote a work/life balance, we want you to be at your best inside and outside of work.
- A friendly and inclusive culture where teams genuinely strive to do the right thing by their colleagues and our customers.
- A strong sustainability agenda – we’re continually finding new ways to be kinder to the environment by reducing our carbon footprint.
- We’re passionate about giving back to the communities in which we serve as well as supporting local charities as part of the Samuel Fox Foundation. One of the many ways you can get involved is to use the 2 days per year paid leave to volunteer for causes or charities that are important to you.
- Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we encourage this through a suite of support resources, including a team of trained mental health first aiders.
Embracing Diversity Together: -
We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers.
Our commitment means actively working to eliminate barriers and biases that may hinder equal opportunities within our organisation. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers.
We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community.