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Closing Date 2025-12-14 Job Title: Senior Media Relations Manager Location: Durrington (Hybrid 2 days onsite (Mon and Tues)) Contract Type: Perm Hours: 37 Salary: Competitive base salary + £400 car allowance per month. Standby rota: 1 week in 7 Reporting to: Head of External Communications Role Purpose Our purpose is to provide water for life to enhance health and wellbeing, protect and improve the environment, and sustain the economy. We’re at a pivotal point in Southern Water’s transformation, as one five-year investment period ends and we embark on our largest delivery programme yet, with an ambitious plan to double investment over the regulatory period 2025–30. As Senior Media Relations Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of our Corporate Affairs strategy as Southern Water continues its transformational journey. Working directly with the Executive Team, senior leaders, and Corporate Affairs colleagues, you will lead the press office function to deliver proactive and reactive media relations that enhances and protects Southern Water’s reputation. This is a senior, high-profile role requiring strategic thinking, exceptional judgement, and the ability to operate confidently under intense media and political scrutiny. Key Responsibilities • Lead and line manage the press office function, managing day-to-day media relations and acting as a primary point of contact for key journalists., • Develop and deliver a rolling programme of proactive media engagement that influences and educates customers and stakeholders and builds positive sentiment., • Monitor and analyse media coverage, using metrics to demonstrate progress and inform future strategy., • Provide expert counsel on regional media dynamics and advise on messaging to maximise impact., • Respond swiftly and effectively to media enquiries, ensuring accurate and timely information is shared., • Manage reputational issues and crisis communications, leveraging strong media relationships to mitigate risk., • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of messaging and support integrated communications campaigns. Skills & Experience Leadership & Management • Demonstrable experience in leading and line managing a busy, high-performing press office team., • Experience in managing external communications agencies and associated budgets to deliver impactful campaigns. Strategic Media Expertise • Significant experience in media relations, ideally within a press office or agency environment., • Strong understanding of the regional media landscape and significant experience engaging with national media., • A track record of success in media management – proactive in news management and handling of journalists and editors before and after publication, including effective rebuttals and corrections., • Experience of working within organisations under intense media, political and activist/campaigner scrutiny, and of managing media over controversial, polarised or contested topics., • Confidence and gravitas in journalist handling, and when advising CEOs and senior executives on high-profile media issues. Skills & Attributes • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and powerful, succinct quotes/lines to take., • Journalistic savvy and instinct: able to anticipate news flow and areas of journalistic challenge., • Clear headed and calm under pressure, exhibiting consistently sound judgement, • Strong relationship building skills – with internal stakeholders, counterparts in trade associations or Government/agencies, and with journalists and editors., • Able to interpret media sentiment and translate insights into actionable strategies and media handling plans., • Disciplined in evaluation of press office activity - measuring and reporting on media impact using relevant tools and metrics., • A proactive problem-solver with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues swiftly and effectively. Desirable • A deep understanding of the water industry and experience within regulated sectors., • Experience of having worked in the media. Working Pattern & Benefits • Mondays and Tuesdays based in our head office in Durrington; hybrid working for the remainder of the week., • The post holder must be willing and able to travel to sites across the region to meet with journalists and host site visits., • The post holder must be willing to take part in an out of hours on-call rota., • Competitive salary and benefits package., • Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Package Benefits This role will be full time Monday to Friday with a hybrid approach at our Durrington office. We are offering a competitive salary, car allowance as well as other benefits including: • Generous pension up to 11% company contribution, • 25 days annual leave, • Life assurance equal to 4x salary, • Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service), • Health Cash Plan, • Full funded eye tests, • Two paid volunteering days a year, • Occupational health service, • Discounts with over 800 popular retailers, • Digital GP service, • Study support may be available for job-related qualifications, • Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options, • Cycle to work scheme Our Values & Culture At Southern Water, our purpose is clear: to provide water for life—enhancing health and wellbeing, protecting and improving the environment, and sustaining the economy. Everything we do is underpinned by our strong set of core values: • Succeeding Together – We collaborate and support each other to achieve shared goals., • Always Improving – We strive for continuous improvement in everything we do., • Doing the Right Thing – We act with integrity, openness, and transparency., • Working with Care – We care about our customers and deliver excellent service with care, we look out for each other and value safety and wellbeing above everything else, and we care for each other so everyone can feel they belong and have a voice. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Diversity and inclusion are embedded in our vision and practices, ensuring that all colleagues can bring their authentic selves to work. We champion equality, equity, and diversity of thought because we believe these principles are fundamental to achieving business success. Our culture is guided by safety, environmental responsibility, and a customer focus. We aim to create a workplace where people thrive, contribute their best, and feel proud to be part of our transformational journey.

Worth Recruiting Property Industry Recruitment Job Title: HEAD OF BLOCK MANAGEMENT Property Management Location: Worthing, BN11 Salary: £55,000 per annum Position: Permanent, Full-Time Reference: WR 72022 Head of Block Management wanted! An exceptional opportunity for an experienced Block Management professional to lead, develop, and oversee all block property management operations for a respected and expanding firm based in the Worthing area.If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Block Manager with some team management experience, to take responsibility for the leadership, strategy, and performance of a growing property management department.This pivotal role involves managing a talented team, overseeing complex and high-profile developments, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence.The successful candidate will have a proven background in residential block management, a strong understanding of leasehold legislation, and the leadership skills to inspire and support a high-performing team.( ATPI qualification helpful !) What Youll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities): Lead, supervise, and develop the property management team Oversee all aspects of block and estate management across a diverse portfolio Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and best practice procedures Implement and monitor operational improvements and process efficiencies Set budgets, review service charges, and control expenditure Manage relationships with clients, developers, freeholders, and RTM companies Handle complex issues, complaints, and escalations effectively Chair and minute AGMs (occasional evening and weekend attendance required) Conduct audits, site inspections, and health & safety compliance checks Oversee major works projects and ensure high standards of delivery Review and interpret leases and manage related legal matters Support business growth and continuous development initiatives What Were Looking For (Skills & Experience): Extensive experience in residential block and estate management Proven leadership and team management skills Strong understanding of property legislation, compliance, and service charge accounting Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities Skilled in problem-solving and conflict resolution Organised, analytical, and detail-oriented approach Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities Proficient in property management systems and Microsoft Office ATPI or RICS qualification (preferred) Full UK driving licence (essential) Whats In It For You? Competitive salary and benefits package Senior leadership role within a respected property management business Opportunity to shape and develop the departments strategic direction Supportive and collaborative working culture Career progression and professional development opportunities Varied and rewarding workload with autonomy and responsibility Ready to take the next step in your property career? If you are interested in this Head of Block Management role, please contact the Property Recruitment Team at Worth Recruiting today, quoting reference: WR 72022 .About Your Application: Response Time: We receive a great many applications and respond as quickly as possible.If you have not heard from us within 48 working hours, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.Data Protection: Worth Recruiting is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this position.By submitting your application, you consent to Worth Recruiting processing and storing your data for the purposes of your job search.For more information, please see our privacy policy on our website.Confidentiality: All communications with Worth Recruiting are completely confidential.We will always need to speak with you before we are able to submit your CV to our client.Please Note: This vacancy summary is intended as a general guide only and should not be used as a definitive job description.Our clients job description, including details like the salary, may change without prior notice and in any case may be influenced by the skills, qualifications, previous experience, attitude, and ability of a candidate. xjlbheb About Worth Recruiting: Worth Recruiting provides a bespoke recruitment service to the Property Industry offering roles in Estate Agency, Lettings, Commercial Property, Surveying, Property Management, Financial Services, and Prop Tech .Find out more at: worthrecruiting.me.Job Reference: WR 72022 Head of Block Managementd02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173

Barchester are recruiting a Regional Customer Relationship Manager to join one of our divisions.

Specifically, you will be accountable and responsible, as a Junior Relationship Manager, (1) to independently demonstrate ownership and manage process of all aspects related to customer transactions for assigned customers and (2) to support senior Relationship Manager for large clients with complex

Barchester are recruiting a Regional Customer Relationship Manager to join one of our divisions.

A global financial group is looking for a Junior Relationship Manager in London to manage client portfolios, ensuring compliance and risk management.

Job Description Barchester are recruiting a Customer Relationship Manager to join our prestigious care home team.