Do
you have a way with words and a passion for storytelling? Are you excited by
the idea of shaping how a brand is seen and heard across multiple platforms? Do
you thrive in a fast-paced environment where creativity and collaboration go
hand in hand?
We
have an exciting opportunity for an aspiring Communications Executive to help
us share the stories behind our pubs, beers, and people. You'll be working
closely with our Communications Manager to craft compelling content—from press
releases and social media posts to internal newsletters and PR campaigns. Your
words will help us connect with customers, team members, and stakeholders,
bringing our brand to life in fresh and authentic ways.
This
is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You'll be involved in
everything from managing media relationships and supporting events to analysing
engagement and working with designers and videographers. If you're a confident
communicator with a curious mind, a flair for writing, and a genuine love for
pubs and beer, we'd love to hear from you.
What's
in it for you:
1. 25
days holiday (+ bank holidays)
2. A
range of healthcare options are available after 6 months
3. Annual
flu jab
4. Access
to flexible pay and financial wellbeing resources
5. Generous
company pension plan
6. Death
in service of 4x your salary, if you join the company pension scheme
7. Enhanced
maternity, paternity, adoption and sick pay
8. Mental
health and wellbeing support for all, including our own Mental Health
First Aiders
9. 25%
discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
10. 25%
discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
11. Up
to 40% discount on own-brand beer and cider purchased from the Visitor
Centre Shop at Faversham
12. Instant
access to discounts with high street retailers, supermarkets and more
13. Birthday
Club exclusive offers and discounts
14. The
drinks are on us during monthly get-togethers for team members in our
Visitor Centre, along with our Summer and Christmas parties
15. The
opportunity to develop & move within the Support Office, Brewery &
our pubs
16. Join
our reward and recognition platform, Sheps Hut
17. Benefit
from the support offered by the Licensed Trade Charity to those working in
the brewing industry
18. Receive
one additional day of paid leave per year to volunteer for a charity of
your choice
19. Working
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. 08:30 17:00, Monday to Friday with
1 hour lunch (unpaid)
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Communications Manager, you will:
20. Craft
compelling copy for press releases, website content, email campaigns,
award entries, and more
21. Collaborate
with our Digital team to create and schedule engaging social media
content, while managing community interactions
22. Support
the design and distribution of marketing collateral that drives footfall,
promotes our brands, and enhances recruitment
23. Assist
with the planning and execution of PR events and initiatives that align
with our business goals
24. Manage
internal communications, including newsletters and digital updates for
staff and licensees
25. Monitor
media coverage and evaluating the impact of our communications through
tools such as Bitly and newsletter analytics
26. Build
strong relationships with media contacts, stakeholders, and industry
partners, while growing our press distribution lists
27. Coordinate
photography and videography projects with external agencies, and
maintaining our content archive
28. Organise
reviews and mailouts to support third-party endorsements
29. Provide
essential administrative support to the Communications team
The
Ideal Candidate:
30. A
degree or diploma in PR, Journalism, English, or a related field.
31. Proven
experience in PR or communications, ideally with press office exposure.
32. Exceptional
writing skills with the ability to adapt tone and style across platforms.
33. Experience
managing social media content and community engagement.
34. Basic
design skills (e.g., Canva), and confidence with photography/videography
and editing tools.
35. Strong
organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects under
tight deadlines.
36. Resilient,
adaptable, and proactive mindset.
37. Friendly,
collaborative nature with excellent relationship-building skills.
38. Passion
for pubs, beer, and storytelling.
39. A
full, clean UK driving licence.
Shepherd
Neame may be Britain's oldest brewer but our approach is anything but
old-fashioned. We are an authentic, independent business, yet flexible and
agile, and that has enabled us to survive and thrive based on the following
Sheps Skills:
40. Working
Together
41. Pride
and Passion
42. Authenticity
43. Sheps
Spirit
Who
are we?
Britain's oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in the market town of
Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business, we boast an
award-winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout
London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent
coastline. We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more
than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office.
Diversity, equality, and inclusion matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think
you would be suited this role we would welcome your application regardless of
age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We
strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all
employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.