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Job Title: RHS Garden Wisley PR and Marketing Executive– Maternity cover (hybrid/flexible working)

Hours: 21 hours per week

Contract: fixed term

Closing date for applications: 30th November.

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic PR and Marketing Executive for a 12-month maternity cover to join the team at RHS Garden Wisley, the Royal Horticultural Society’s stunning garden in Surrey.

Overview of the Role

The job purpose is to support the delivery of visitor number targets by working with the Garden Marketing & PR Manager to deliver the marketing and PR plan.

This role will work closely with both the onsite teams (Head of Site, Visitor Services, Curatorial, Retail and Catering) and the central marketing and PR teams based in London, to deliver PR and social media campaigns which appeal to our audiences.

Key Skills and Experience

• Experience working in a B2C marketing or PR environment
• Experience of delivering PR campaigns, including writing press releases, liaising with journalists and photographers, and managing photocalls
• Experience of managing consumer facing social media accounts delivering organic posts that drive engagement
• Experience in managing the community engagement for social platforms
• Experience of creating web content and online communications
• Excellent copy writing skills and a strong eye for creative detail

To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to be there for everyone on their lifelong adventure with gardening. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening – and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet.

And we couldn’t do this without our people. We’re proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings. From working across our social media channels, to volunteering in the RHS Gardens, from serving customers in our garden centres to running national marketing campaigns, we believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference. Our careers portal here provides a comprehensive overview of what we offer, the teams that work at the RHS and our great benefits.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

If you require any additional support with making your application, please contact sharonellis@rhs.org.uk and please ensure to include the job title or job reference number REQ (found at the top of the advert) when emailing.