Hours:
The role of Comms, PR Events Manager is a permanent opportunity working 35 hours per week. The role will be hybrid and we require someone to work from our Manchester office 2 days per week.
Salary:
£35,000 Per Annum
Closing Date:
Thu, 4 Sept 2025
Skipton Business Finance are seeking an experienced and dynamic PR, Communications & Events Manager to lead and execute our external communications strategy, content creation, and brand representation across national events and media. This is a pivotal role that blends storytelling, stakeholder engagement, and event coordination.
Working closely with the wider marketing team and Sales Directors, you’ll manage SBF’s communications calendar, shape our thought leadership narrative, and ensure that our presence at major industry events like the NACFB Commercial Expo delivers commercial value and brand impact.
Who we are
Skipton Business Finance, part of the Skipton Group, have been helping UK SMEs fulfil their aspirations for over 20 years by providing working capital solutions that support their ambitious growth plans.
With a rich history rooted in reliability and innovation, we leverage our expertise to offer a diverse range of financial products, including invoice finance. Our commitment to understanding the unique needs of each client enables us as a team to deliver personalised and responsive services, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust and mutual success.
At Skipton Business Finance, we strive to be more than just a financial provider. We aim to be a strategic partner, guiding businesses towards sustainable growth and prosperity. Join our team as we navigate the dynamic landscape of business finance together.
What you will be doing

Reporting directly to the Chief Marketing Office (CMO), you will:

• Develop and manage a strategic comms calendar aligned with business objectives and campaign activity.
• Create and adapt content for multiple channels — website news/blogs, LinkedIn posts, email comms, and PR/media including compelling press releases, award submissions, and editorial pieces in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Manage and liaise with PR agencies (as appropriate) to secure media coverage, speaking opportunities, and build brand reputation.
• Monitor media coverage, produce reports, and optimise PR strategy accordingly.
• Own and execute email marketing content within HubSpot, coordinating with the Head of Demand Generation.
• Create reusable content frameworks that support multi-channel amplification.
• Collaborate with external designer to ensure message consistency and brand alignment across platforms.
• Plan and manage the company’s participation at key industry events (e.g., NACFB Expo, broker network events and roadshows).
• Support Sales Directors with event logistics, branded collateral, promotional items, and briefing materials.
• Manage third-party suppliers including PR agencies, designers, printers, and AV firms.
• Develop and maintain detailed budgets, project timelines, and KPIs.

What do we need from you

To be successful in this role you’ll need to be or have:

• Demonstrable experience in a PR, communications, or events role - preferably in B2B financial services organisation.
• Excellent copywriting and content development skills.
• Hands-on experience with HubSpot for content/email management.
• Hands-on experience with LinkedIn for posting, post amplification and campaign management etc.
• Confident managing national event logistics, from brief through execution.
• Proven experience managing external PR agencies and delivering ROI-driven PR activity.
• Strong budgeting and project management capabilities, with attention to detail.
• High emotional intelligence with strong interpersonal and stakeholder skills.

What’s in it for you
The role of Comms PR Events Manager is a permanent opportunity working 35 hours per week. The role will be hybrid and we require someone to work from our Manchester office 2 days per week.

The salary is £35,000 per annum plus a comprehensive benefits package including

• 25 days standard annual leave + bank holidays + rising 1 day per year of service to a maximum of 30 days.
• Holiday trading scheme allowing the ability to buy and sell additional annual leave days.
• Quarterly discretionary bonus scheme.
• Matching employer pension contribution (up to 10% per annum).
• A commitment to training and development.
• Private medical insurance for all our colleagues.
• Salary Sacrifice Scheme for Hybrid/Electric Car.
• Colleague Mortgage (conditions apply).
• Diverse and inclusive colleague networks available for you to join including our Carers and Pride Alliance groups.
• We care about your health and wellbeing – we provide a range of benefits that support this including cycle to work initiative and discounted gym membership.

• Demonstrable experience in a PR, communications, or events role - preferably in B2B financial services organisation.
• Excellent copywriting and content development skills.
• Hands-on experience with HubSpot for content/email management.
• Hands-on experience with LinkedIn for posting, post amplification and campaign management etc.
• Confident managing national event logistics, from brief through execution.
• Proven experience managing external PR agencies and delivering ROI-driven PR activity.
• Strong budgeting and project management capabilities, with attention to detail.
• High emotional intelligence with strong interpersonal and stakeholder skills