Communications Manager

Watt Footprint is on a mission to disrupt the global energy industry, and we’re looking for a dynamic Communications Manager to help us do it. We help businesses reduce and optimise energy usage and achieve their sustainability goals through our app and software, technical expertise, innovative solutions and end-to-end project management.

You’ll be responsible for being the face and building our brand, growing our audience and driving engagement through smart, creative communications across paid and organic channels. This is a hands-on role for someone who combines creativity with commercial thinking and knows how to turn ideas into campaigns that deliver measurable results.

• Create content and campaigns for social media platforms, aligned with brand tone and audience engagement goals. You will be the face of the social media accounts so must have a good on screen presence. 
• Travel to client sites to capture interview them for testimonials and gather photo and video content
• Develop compelling case studies assets based on client projects, showcasing results and the value of our work through multiple media assets.
• Create ad creatives for paid advertising campaigns across social and digital platforms
• Draft compelling copy for email marketing campaigns, including newsletters, nurture sequences, and promotional sends
• Maintaining a content calendar to ensure timely and consistent publishing across channels
• Apply a basic understanding of AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) to help content perform well in AI driven search results
• Stay up to date on industry trends, competitor activity, and best practices in content marketing and the energy sector
• Write and edit blog posts and industry-specific articles, with support and guidance from the team on knowledge based content, to position Watt Footprint as a knowledgeable voice in energy management and sustainability
• Draft proposals for clients, working closely with the wider team to ensure accuracy and brand consistency

• Minimum of one year's experience in a Communications / content creation role
• Must be comfortable being the face of the company social accounts and confident infront of the camera, interviewing clients.
• Proven experience creating visually compelling content for digital and social platforms
• Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva
• Experience with video editing software (e.g. Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, or similar)
• Strong working knowledge of major social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) and their content formats
• Experience writing content for a business or brand context, ideally within a marketing or communications role
• A good understanding of current content trends and what drives engagement online
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast paced environment

·       A proactive, “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude and entrepreneurial mindset.

Company Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible working hours promoting work-life balance, 37.5 hour work week.
• Company laptop and remote workspace allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development to advance career goals.
• Monthly team-building workshops and social events.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday off.

Our Culture:

At Watt Footprint, we are united by our core values:

• Do It Right: We ensure a holistic view, doing it right from the start and setting our team and clients up for success.
• Big and Bold: We challenge the norm and adapt to achieve the best results every time.
• Don't be an Activist, be an Actionist: We deliver real energy savings, taking action today for tomorrow's success.
• Open and Transparent: Effective communication and a transparent, open-book approach are key to our project delivery.
• Team Players: We build trust and support within the team, embracing collaboration.