Assistant Communications Manager Healthcare

Contract: Perm Full-time
Location: Nottingham Support Office
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What youll be doing

The Healthcare Assistant Communications Manager plays a pivotal role in the Boots External Communications team developing and activating Consumer PR campaigns across healthcare. It involves sharing Boots news and stories with relevant media and influencers and covers media relations content creation event management creative writing and stakeholder management.

Key responsibilities

Support the development and execution of communication plans and campaigns that align with strategic priorities and customer promises for healthcare
Create draft and sell in news stories to media and influencers that result in positive editorial and social coverage for Boots healthcare
Build and maintain strong relationships with key healthcare contacts including consumer and national journalists influencers and key stakeholders to secure high-quality media coverage
Create engaging and newsworthy content and assets to support with storytelling from press releases media alerts infographics B-roll video edits and editorial content
Monitor media coverage and compile regular communication reports providing insights and recommendations for future activity
Assist in the organisation and delivery of media events product launches and press briefings
Respond to media enquiries in a timely and professional manner supporting with the send out of product samples to media and influencers as needed
Collaborate with internal teams including marketing social media and internal communications to ensure consistent messaging and coordinated communications plans
Keep up to date with industry trends competitor activities and relevant news to inform our communications approach and news angles

What youll need to have (our must-haves)

Previous experience in PR or communications preferably within the consumer health sector
Excellent written and verbal communication skills strong attention to detail and an ability to adapt messaging for different audiences.
Confident in engaging with media influencers and internal stakeholders at all levels
Able to manage multiple projects and prioritise workload to meet deadlines
Innovative thinker with a passion for storytelling and brand building
Calm under pressure and able to respond quickly in a fast-paced environment
Degree or equivalent experience in PR Communications Journalism Marketing or a related discipline

Where your brilliance can take you

At Boots we are committed to your growth and development. You will have the opportunity to learn something new every day.

Rewards designed for you

Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
Access to free 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health our Employee Assistance Programme.

Theres lots more in our benefits and discounts MyBoosts there to give you that little lift in your everyday. Find out more at Exclusions may apply; eligible roles only.

A bit about us

At Boots were proud to be an equal opportunity employer creating a place where everyone feels welcome supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included they thrive.

Whats next

If you apply our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. We are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support during the application and interview process we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.

We hope to hear from you soon. Be brilliant with Boots.

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