Communications Specialist - Marketing

Gloucester, UK / Hybrid working

About Optimas: Optimas International is a global distributor of integrated supply chain solutions and engineering support focused on delivering fasteners, components, industrial and safety supplies to our diverse customers around the world. Our local, on-the-ground teams understand the nuances of every community we serve. This allows us to adapt with our customers and partners as needs evolve, leveraging our footprint to remain at your side while providing a highly personalized level of service and support no matter where you find yourself around the globe.

Job Purpose: We’re looking for a proactive and creative Communications Specialist to join our global marketing team and help strengthen how we communicate our story both inside and outside the business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to work in a fast-paced, international B2B environment. You’ll work closely with the Marketing Director and HR Team to deliver clear, engaging, and professional communications that enhance our company’s reputation, inform our people, and promote our brand across digital channels, industry media, and internal platforms supporting our Corporate, UK, Europe, and APAC divisions.

Key Result Areas:

• Internal Communications
  • Collaborate closely with HR and internal stakeholders to write, edit, and publish regular company updates, leadership messages, and employee stories.
  • Coordinate the monthly internal news digest and manage the intranet’s news and engagement areas.
  • Support campaigns and initiatives that strengthen company culture and internal alignment.
  • Coordinate stories and success updates from business divisions across the UK, Europe, and APAC.
• External Communications & Brand Promotion
  • Support the promotion of the company brand through consistent external communications and media presence.
  • Assist in drafting and coordinating press releases, customer announcements, and media statements.
  • Liaise with trade and industry publications to secure editorial coverage and respond to media opportunities.
  • Work with the Marketing Director on PR planning, advertising placement, and editorial content.
  • Draft, proofread, and publish LinkedIn posts, articles, and blog content to support brand visibility and thought leadership.
  • Collaborate with regional teams to ensure brand consistency across all communications and digital channels.
  • Track and report on media coverage, press activity, and content engagement metrics.
• Additional Key Duties:
  • Strategic & Project Support
    • Assist in the delivery of communications for business change programmes.
    • Partner with HR to assist in planning and scheduling of company-wide communications campaigns and reporting cycles.
    • Maintain communication calendars, project trackers, and contact lists within the CRM system.
  • Content & Coordination
    • Contribute to storytelling and content planning across key channels including intranet, website, social media, and trade publications.
    • Support visual content creation working with the in-house graphic designer.
    • Help maintain tone of voice, brand standards, and content quality across all communications.

Knowledge, Training, Experience & Skills required:

• Essential:
  • Proven experience in communications, PR, journalism, or marketing.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to accuracy, tone, and clarity.
  • Understanding of brand communication and the ability to tailor messages for internal and external audiences.
  • Experience managing intranet content, newsletters, or company blogs.
  • Strong organisational and project-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and CRM/email marketing tools (e.g., HubSpot).
• Desirable:
  • Confidence in liaising with journalists, editors, and external partners.
  • Previous experience or demonstrated interest in B2B, manufacturing, or industrial sectors.

Key Attributes:

• A natural communicator with a passion for writing and storytelling.
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Curious and creative, constantly seeking new and engaging ways to communicate the organisation’s story.
• Professional, discreet, and able to handle confidential information appropriately.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a global environment.

Equal Opportunity: Optimas OE Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas OE Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.