Auto Trader is looking to recruit a Corporate PR Manager, to work with the Director of Communications and wider PR and communications team in broadening Auto Trader’s thought-leader communication strategy.

Auto Trader listed on the London Stock Exchange in March 2015 and is now a member of the FTSE 250 Index. As we move into the next phase of our plc journey, we are looking to broaden our corporate PR strategy to use the media to successfully influence both analysts, media and the wider City alike. 

We’ve always been good at connecting car sellers with the right buyers. But over the years, how we do this has altered beyond all recognition. That’s because consumer behaviours have changed. You might remember us as a magazine, but today we’re a digital business used by millions of people. As we’re the UK’s largest digital automotive marketplace, our data can help sellers really understand buyers. And that means we’re not just about classified ads — our services and support help automotive traders buy, sell, market and manage their stock successfully.

We're on a mission to lead the future of the digital marketplace and shape where our industry is headed. The industry is on the precipice of change; there are a plethora of factors at play from new technology, autonomous cars, changing fuel types, electric vehicles, and not to mention Brexit – so this is an exciting time to play a large part in a small team and be part of what comes next.

You’ll work with the directors as well as a cross section of the business to inform and shape our communication programmes. You’ll support the team to deliver regular corporate news and events, and be passionate about forging and maintaining relationships with national business journalists and other key stakeholders.

You will have excellent writing skills and be proficient in writing for a variety of formats from press releases to reports, and from social media posts to internal team briefings.

You should have significant PR experience, either in-house or agency side, and have worked with a mixture of consumer and B2B brands. It would be beneficial to have experience of working with FTSE 100 or 250 companies. Ideally, you will have worked with clients across automotive and/or digital retail businesses and have a proven track record of delivering campaigns in line with KPIs and budget.

The Auto Trader culture is nimble, innovative and entrepreneurial, so you should be someone who enjoys a fast-paced culture, is able to forge great working relationships within a variety of internal teams, up to Board level and with agency partners. Our company values are really important to us, so if you shared them too then this could be the place for you to really excel. 

We offer a competitive salary with a great flexible benefits package which includes 25 days holiday, pension, healthcare, life assurance and a whole host of other benefits. Our awesome offices are located within a short walk of Kings Cross and St Pancras Stations. The successful candidate will be required to occasionally travel to our Manchester office.

Everyone is unique in their own way and we are looking for people from all walks of life to become part of our inclusive culture. We’re committed to making Auto Trader a diverse and inclusive environment for everyone. Diversity for us means respect for and appreciation of differences in: gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, race and ethnic origin, religion and faith, marital status, social, educational background and way of thinking. Our dedication is to ensure you get the chance to be the best that you can be, showcase your full potential and make the right choice for you