Communications Manager

With a new senior leadership team and an ambitious new strategy to raise the profile and political influence of the rural economy, the CLA is looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking communications manager to secure first class coverage in the national and business media.

The CLA is the organisation that champions and protects the rural economy, with 30,000 members across England and Wales. Our members own or manage around half the rural land in England and Wales and operate more than 250 different types of businesses.

You will need to have had experience either in an agency or in-house securing proactive and reactive media coverage in major news outlets. You will have a deep understanding of how the media works within a fast-moving news cycle, and know how to expertly navigate and exploit it.

A passion for a good story is essential, as is a knowledge of business, politics and the countryside.

Joining a small and busy team of public affairs and communications professionals, you will need to be adaptable and proactive in helping the team to achieve its objectives and keen to learn quickly about all aspects of how to deliver effective communications for a large and important national trade association.

To apply please send a CV and cover letter setting out how your skills and experience match the criteria. Send completed applications by Wednesday 9^th October at 9am