Affinity Water is on a mission to redefine how water companies engage with their customers and communities. Serving 3.9 million people across South East England, we’re committed to delivering high-quality water sustainablywhilst protecting the environment.
We'renow looking for a Public Relations Manager to help shape our narrative and strengthen our public image. In this vital role, you'll beresponsible for influencing public opinion by highlighting projects, communicating water-saving programs and sharing key accomplishments through press releases, blogs, social media, events and interviews.
What you’ll be doing
* As our Public Relations Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of a bold and integrated PR strategy that elevates our brand, builds trust, and drives behaviour change.
* Developing and implementing strategic PR and media plans to enhance Affinity Water’s public image.
* Crafting compelling press releases, byline articles, and blogs on topics including infrastructure projects, environmental initiatives, and crisis responses.
* Building strong relationships with national, regional, and trade media to secure high-profile coverage across print, digital, and broadcast platforms.
* Managing proactive and reactive media inquiries, including briefing and preparing senior leaders (CEO, Directors) for interviews.
* Monitoring social, political, and regulatory trends to anticipate issues and inform communications strategy.
* Producing monthly analytics reports and post-campaign evaluations using tools like Cision.
* Collaborating with Public Affairs, Marketing, and Internal Comms teams to ensure messaging is aligned and impactful.
* Supporting and advising internal spokespeople with on-brand messaging and media training.
Experience required:
* Proven experience in Public Relations, Media Relations, or Marketing Communications in a regulated sector.
* A strong track record of delivering impactful PR campaigns at both local and national levels.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex issues.
* Experience managing media relations, crisis communications, and brand storytelling.
* A deep understanding of social media platforms and how to integrate them into PR strategy.
* Outstanding organisational and time-management skills, with a strong eye for detail.
* Confidence working cross-functionally with senior stakeholders and external agencies.
Why Join Us:
* At Affinity Water, you’ll join a purpose-driven organisation at a pivotal moment. You’ll have the opportunity to make your mark, working in a collaborative and innovative team that values creativity and authenticity.
* Salary £40-45,000 per annum dependant on experience
* You’ll also be required to be part of our fast-fire reactive crisis communications team on standby out of hours, working on a 1 week in 8 rota, ensuring a swift and effective response to challenges or emergencies. Separate payment on top.
* Hybrid role, with the expectations of a minimum two days a week in the office in Hatfield
* Annual leave from 26 days rising with length of service, and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days.
* A ‘Celebration Day’ in addition to public holidays that people can use to celebrate a religious festival or other occasion that is important to them.
* A generous 'double match pension scheme' that doubles the contributions you make (company contribution capped at 12%)
* We offer a range of family benefits including enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support Leave and up to 5 full or 10 half days of paid Carers Leave.
* Menopause policy and Reasonable Adjustment policy to help everyone perform at their best.
* Access to our Wellbeing Centre with support for looking after your physical and mental health.
* Discounts at a Range of Retail Outlets and on Dental and Medical Insurance through our Tap4Perks scheme.
* Up to 4 Affinity days a year to volunteer in the community.
* Life Assurance.
* Disability Confident
If you need any reasonable adjustments and would like to apply in a different format, please do let us know.
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