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As part of our ongoing growth and development there is an exciting opportunity to join the Marketing team at Hampshire Cricket & Utilita Bowl as Communications Executive.
Communications Executive Utilita Bowl, Southampton Closing Date: 5th October 2025
We're seeking a Communications Executive who excels in copywriting and PR, with strength in long-form content. You'll create compelling content across all customer touchpoints supporting Hampshire Cricket and our diverse portfolio: Boundary Lakes Golf Course, BEEFY'S restaurant, Hilton Southampton, Hampshire Wellbeing Centre, and eforea spa. This is primarily a copywriting and editorial role, with opportunities to support filming and photography for content creation.
Key Responsibilities
Content & Communications
Create copy for all digital touchpoints: social media, website, email campaigns, digital platforms
Write long-form content: match reports, player features, editorial pieces
Develop PR materials, press releases, and media communications
Produce marketing copy for commercial partnerships and campaigns
Write scripts and supporting content for video productions
Cover matches with general narrative, pre and post match interviews, and live content
Support filming and photography for content creation across all platforms
Digital Strategy & Social Media
Maintain consistent tone of voice across all platforms and brands
Manage social media communications and build engaged communities
Coordinate user-generated content (UGC) and manage photography assets
Create email marketing and digital communications
Work closely with design team on brand development and visual consistency
Create editorial content engaging diverse audiences
Your Skills, Experience & Competencies
Essential Skills / Experience:
Skills
Exceptional copywriting across multiple formats and platforms
Proven long-form content and editorial writing experience
PR writing: press releases, media communications, PR materials
Digital marketing understanding: email marketing, social media, digital platforms
Experience
Minimum 3 years in communications, copywriting, or content marketing
Digital marketing platforms and content management experience
Social media management, community building, and UGC coordination experience
Personal Attributes
Exceptional attention to detail and writing quality
Genuine excitement for content
Strong project management across multiple content streams and social platforms
Collaborative approach working closely with design teams on brand development
Flexible mindset and ability to pivot quickly, the sports world moves fast and priorities can shift rapidly
Desirable skills:
Degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, Media
PR agency or sports communications experience
Photography and videography skills
Hospitality, leisure, or sports industry experience
SEO and content optimisation understanding
Benefits
Discounts on food and beverages at the Hilton and venue bars (50%).
Employee discounts across Boundary Lakes Golf Course, eforea spa, and the Hampshire Wellbeing Centre.
25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Complimentary tickets to all Hampshire Cricket fixtures and discounted access to international matches (50%, excluding ICC events).
Free tickets to other major events for staff working the event, such as the Fireworks Night.
Daily lunch provided on working days.
Working Hours & Location
This role is based at Utilita Bowl, Botley Road, West End, Southampton, SO30 3XH. Standard hours are Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, with regular requirements to work evenings and weekends during the season for matchdays and major events.
Equal Opportunities
Utilita Bowl is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to employment practices and behaviours that encourage diversity, promote equality of treatment and eliminate unlawful and or unfair discrimination.
If you would like to request any accommodations from application through to interview, please email [email protected]
We do not accept any unsolicited agency resumes.
Role Details
Role Title: Communications Executive Department / Area: Marketing Location: Utilita Bowl, Botley Road, West End, Southampton, SO30 3XH Contract: Full time Salary: £Competitive
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As part of our ongoing growth and development there is an exciting opportunity to join the Marketing team at Hampshire Cricket & Utilita Bowl as Communications Executive.
