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James Rose Sebright

Hebden Bridge,West Yorkshire

Summary

Outgoing, enthusiastic, and articulate PR and communications professional with over ten years' experience planning, delivering, and evaluating multi-platform integrated campaigns for both the public and private sector.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Communications Business Partner

IRIS Software Group
Remote
11.2021 - 06.2025
  • Led strategic communications for IRIS’s accountancy division, supporting product launches, service updates, and sector thought leadership
  • Developed and delivered multi-channel internal and external comms plans aligned with business goals and sector trends
  • Partnered with senior leaders to shape messaging that engaged key audiences including accountants, bookkeepers, regulatory bodies, and the general public
  • Created high-impact content across PR, blogs, customer comms, and stakeholder updates, managing message consistency and audience reach
  • Managed media relations and secured targeted coverage in industry press and national business outlets
  • Delivered communications that supported customer retention and engagement across an extensive product portfolio
  • Advised others within the business on tone, positioning, and communication risks, ensuring clarity and alignment across teams
  • Oversaw crisis comms within the accountancy sector and supported with the same across the wider business

Marketing Manager

Craftsman Tools Ltd
Leeds
08.2017 - 11.2021
  • Led all marketing activity, including integrated campaign planning, brand development, PR, web content, and design
  • Designed and implemented the company’s first digital marketing strategy, incorporating Google Ads, SEO, and email marketing
  • Drove six-figure growth in the North American market through targeted B2B campaigns, trade exhibitions, and eCommerce development
  • Supported overseas business development and sales in diverse sectors including aerospace, defence, medical, and automotive
  • Managed stakeholder expectations across UK and international teams, aligning marketing output with commercial priorities
  • Delivered consistent brand messaging across all platforms, enhancing visibility and lead generation in key markets

Press Officer

Office of Greg Mulholland MP
Leeds
04.2016 - 08.2017
  • Managed all press and media relations for the MP, promoting parliamentary and constituency activity across print, online, and broadcast channels
  • Drafted communications for constituents, local businesses, and community groups, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and political alignment
  • Built relationships with regional and national journalists, securing coverage and shaping public narrative
  • Oversaw content and strategy for the MP’s website and social media presence, growing audience engagement and visibility
  • Acted as key point of contact for media enquiries and stakeholder communications, including with high-profile political and journalistic figures

Constituency Organiser

Leeds North West Liberal Democrats
Leeds
04.2016 - 08.2017
  • Held strategic and operational responsibility for all campaigning in the Leeds North West Parliamentary constituency
  • Led election campaigns at Town, City and Parliamentary level, contributing to the successful election of Otley Town and Leeds City Councillors
  • Managed the 2017 General Election campaign, achieving an increased vote share for Liberal Democrat candidate Greg Mulholland
  • Directed the local Liberal Democrat campaign for Remain in the 2016 EU Referendum, securing a 65% remain vote in the constituency
  • Oversaw day-to-day constituency operations including fundraising, volunteer coordination, membership development, and data compliance
  • Built and mobilised volunteer networks, delivered targeted messaging, and maintained local media engagement throughout campaign cycles

Education

Bachelor of Arts - German & Japanese

University of Leeds
Leeds
09.2010 - 07.2014

Study Abroad -

Universität Leipzig
Leipzig, Germany
03.2013 - 07.2013

Study Abroad -

Kokusai Kirisutokyo Daigaku
Tokyo, Japan
09.2011 - 06.2012

A-Levels - History, Politics, German and Russian

Bradford Grammar School
Bradford
09.2003 - 05.2010

Affiliations

  • Photography
  • Furniture upcycling
  • Jewellery making

Languages

English
Native
German
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate
Russian
Intermediate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Communications Business Partner

IRIS Software Group
11.2021 - 06.2025

Marketing Manager

Craftsman Tools Ltd
08.2017 - 11.2021

Press Officer

Office of Greg Mulholland MP
04.2016 - 08.2017

Constituency Organiser

Leeds North West Liberal Democrats
04.2016 - 08.2017

Study Abroad -

Universität Leipzig
03.2013 - 07.2013

Study Abroad -

Kokusai Kirisutokyo Daigaku
09.2011 - 06.2012

Bachelor of Arts - German & Japanese

University of Leeds
09.2010 - 07.2014

A-Levels - History, Politics, German and Russian

Bradford Grammar School
09.2003 - 05.2010

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