Communications Coordinator

Our reputation as the UKs largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler speaks for itself. Every day, we serve more than 22,400 customers from 33 distribution centres across the country. Behind every nightly miracle is a team of dedicated people carrying out more roles than you realise were the unseen force that delivers. So when we say were excited for what the future holds for our customers and colleagues, you can trust were as good as our word.If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.Sitting within the Talent, Communication and Culture team, the role of the Communications Co-ordinator is to provide day to day support to our Communications Manager in delivering our communication and marketing strategies and plans. A key part of this will be supporting External Communications & Marketing.The role is Hybrid with a mixture of working from home and from our head office in Swindon. Flexible/part time working options are available.About the RoleSupport the delivery of the marketing and communication strategy and plansWrite content for both print and digital including the company website, newsletters, intranet and award entriesAdmin support in budget planning and monitoringStays up-to-date on social media trends to provide recommendations and ideas to our Communications ManagerResearch and write press stories and content for the company websitesMonitoring press coverage and liaising with customer service teamSupport Growth team activity by developing relevant and engaging marketing materialsCreating on brand images/graphics to use internally and externallyManaging ticketing requests and actioning within SLAs (service level agreements)Help and promote the Smiths News brand - making sure that all communication and marketing materials meet the companys brand guidelinesWhat we can offer youNot only do we offer free onsite parking and competitive salary but youll also have access to:Company funded Health Cash Plan providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy5% match pension25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunitiesSharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash planColleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral schemeAbout youA passion for language and an eye for designStrong copywriting and content skillsStrong time-management and organizational skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly organised with a great attention to detailConfident user of Microsoft Packages including SharePointStrong team playerExperienced or keen to learn design tools such as CanvaPlease note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.A career with us is a career filled with people, pride, and passion. We rely on each other to get the job done, and we deliver what we say we will. Lets see if we can rely on you, too. Apply now.

Created: 2025-07-19