Communications Assistant, Derby
Porterbrook Leasing Company specialises in the leasing and asset management of passenger and freight railway rolling stock and associated equipment. Based in Derby with a corporate Head Office in London, the organisation has undergone a period of transformational change as it responds to the changing landscape in rail and is taking an active lead in the industry in terms of innovation. People are at the heart of the business and having a well-developed team essential for business success.
The Communications Assistant is part of the Corporate Communications and Stakeholder Engagement team. The role is responsible for a number of areas including managing the internal communications through the company intranet, supporting with internal and external events and assisting with the external communications. Key elements of the role are to manage the social media, mainly on LinkedIn and Twitter along with co-ordinating the organisations charitable activities. In addition there will be an element of general administration to support the Corporate Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement teams. The role will support the external profile of the business and will drive high levels of employee engagement.
The ideal candidate will be a Graduate, with first class oral and verbal communication skills. Confident, professional and outgoing you will be able to work with little supervision and as part of a small team. Excellent Microsoft skills are required, along with the ability to create engaging social media with an understanding of how to maximise these platforms. You will have at least 2 years experience in a communications role, whilst the sector is not important an interest in the UK Rail Industry will be an advantage. The role offers an excellent opportunity to have a high impact role in a small business, with excellent career prospects.
We are seeking the very best talent to join the team, and offer an excellent salary, 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, flexible working along with bonus and excellent benefits. There is the opportunity to move your existing railway pension scheme to Porterbrook with this role.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great organisation with excellent people and a road map for the future to grow and develop the business. There will be the opportunity for travel to our Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre.
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter with full details of why you would be a great addition to the Porterbrook team, along with details of your current salary and notice period to
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