Marketing & Communications Executive

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
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Marketing & Communications Executive
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Salary: £23,000 - £25,000 dependent on skills and experience
Full time, permanent (subject to successful ballots every five years. Notice period is three months)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (flexible working required)

Benefits

NEST Pension Scheme,
25 days annual leave plus public holidays
Harrogate BID is a business-led, not-for-profit company, funded through a levy paid by around 500 businesses in Harrogate town centre. Our mission is to improve the trading environment, increase footfall, and raise the profile of Harrogate as a premium destination for shopping, business, leisure and tourism.

Purpose of the role

We are seeking a creative and articulate communicator to support in publicising the positive contribution the Harrogate BID makes to the town of Harrogate. The role requires experience in both proactive and reactive communications and the delivery of tactical marketing delivery. 

Key Accountabilities

The Marketing and Communications Executive will be responsible for delivering the following core outcomes:

Key Responsibilities

Write, produce and share all publicity content such as press releases, newsletters, website copy, speeches and campaign content to enhance the perception of Harrogate BID.
Create and maintain positive relationships with local, regional and national media outlets to promote Harrogate BID’s image, projects and campaigns
Support Harrogate BID’s digital marketing campaigns
Collate reactive responses and statements for the media and Harrogate BID’s social media channels
Manage Harrogate BID’s social media channels, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and TikTok
Operate and administer the Harrogate BID website and all content
Design social media graphics to share on Harrogate BID channels
Manage Harrogate BID’s in-house CRM system
Manage and collate data from Harrogate BIDs footfall systems
Keep up to date with social media trends
Be part of a hands-on team and offer support where needed for events, etc.
Provide administrative support as needed by the Harrogate BID CEO.
Produce PR and Communications reports for the Harrogate BID Board of Directors
About you:

This is a varied role so ideally you will be a ‘doer’ with great communication skills and a positive can-do attitude, willing to support the Harrogate BID team and its initiatives.

You will have experience in all or some of the key points identified above with a willingness to join a small team who deliver big things.

Desirable:

Experience in writing and preparing press releases
Experience in CRM systems
Experience in Canva or similar programme(s) for graphic design
Experience in Mailchimp or similar programme(s)
Experience in digital and social media marketing
How to apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit:

An up-to-date CV
A covering letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your interest and suitability for the role
Subject line: Marketing and Communications Executive Application - Harrogate BID

Key Dates:

Application deadline: Tuesday 14 October 2025
Interviews: Monday 20 October 2025
Harrogate BID is committed to being an inclusive and equitable organisation. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, and we are actively working to ensure our recruitment processes are as fair and open as possible.

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Job Info
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Job Title:
Marketing & Communications Executive
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
Salary:
£23000 - £25000 Per annum Benefits
Posted:
Sep 22nd 2025
Closes:
Oct 23rd 2025
Sector:
Marketing
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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