PR & Marketing Executive

Job Summary
We are seeking a creative, self\-starting wordsmith for the role of PR and Marketing Executive to support the planning, creation, execution and optimisation of the ESFA marketing strategy. The role includes the day\-to\-day account management of our commercial partners and delivering their marketing requirements for the ESFA channels. The successful candidate will play a key role in increasing brand awareness through the creation of written content for the website, event programmes, emailers, press releases, media liaison and event management.

The ESFA is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be expected to undertake training in this subject and may be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Checks on online presence may also be periodically made.

Responsibilities

• To implement the PR strategy, writing press releases and liaising with media


• To fulfil the financial responsibilities of the role as prescribed in the Financial Regulations;


• To participate in training, development and appraisal processes necessary to fulfil the role;


• To support the ESFA Council to fulfil its responsibilities;


• To act with high standards of professionalism, business integrity and personal conduct at all times;


• To act as an ambassador for the ESFA in the conduct of all business;


• To comply with the requirements of the staff handbook;


• To comply with the Association’s safeguarding requirements and to contribute to the delivery of the ESFA’s safeguarding plans;


• To use best endeavours to support others in the achievement of their objectives;


• To conduct any other duties as may reasonably be required by the employer.


• To create written content on the Association’s website, emailers and press releases


• To draft marketing materials such as programmes, newsletters and event branding materials


• To consult with printers and designers and manage the approval process


• To account\-manage our commercial partners' day to day marketing requirements


• To prepare coherent marketing campaign reports using data analysis tools


• To manage the marketing database and email distribution


• To contribute to event management and delivery of event KPI’s


• To supporting the PR, Marketing and Comms Manager in completing agreed activities


• To stay up to date with the latest marketing trends, tools, and best practices through regular training

• Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field (or equivalent experience)


• Proven experience in a marketing role or similar. PR \& journalism will be considered.


• Good understanding of PR/ marketing channels and stakeholder management


• Outstanding copywriting and proof\-reading skills


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Creative thinking with strong attention to detail and a passion for story telling.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• An interest in or a degree level qualification in Sports Journalism


• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS (desirable but not essential, training can be sourced and provided)


• Experience with analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Ads)

Applications should be submitted to the COO Darren.Alcock@schoolsfa.com in the form of a full CV and a cover letter of no longer than 2 pages, identifying how you met the person specification. You are also invited to complete the EDI monitoring form, which will be removed from your application prior to shortlisting. Your personal data will be anonymised and aggregated into our recruitment data to aid with our EDI monitoring only.

Applications must be submitted no later than 5pm on Friday 3rd July. Shortlisted candidates will be notified during w/c 6th July with interviews expected to take place during w/c 13th July 2026\.

Pay: £23,500\.00\-£25,350\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• On\-site parking


• Work from home

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