Communication Officer (Public Relations and Information)

Communication Officer (Public Relations and Information)

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The role will be based at our offices at 2-4 Cockspur Street, London, SW1Y 5BS, in central London. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. Informal hybrid working arrangements apply, with expectations for regular office attendance. Work pattern and attendance will be agreed with successful candidates.

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive public information professional to join our multidisciplinary communication team. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, judgment, and writing skills. Reporting to the Communication Manager (Public Relations & Information), you will ensure the SFO publishes accurate, timely information in line with legislation and guidance. You will work collaboratively across the organization, managing relationships internally with senior management, lawyers, and case teams, and externally with FOIA teams across the Civil Service.

The team handles media relations, digital communications, internal communications, and information management. We are looking for a quick learner eager to develop proficiency across all communication areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and editing responses to FOIA requests and stakeholder correspondence within statutory deadlines, applying exemptions as needed.
• Processing individuals’ rights requests, especially Subject Access Requests, following ICO best practices, and escalating issues appropriately.
• Building and maintaining professional relationships internally and externally.
• Line managing and supporting the development of an Assistant Communication Officer.
• Managing the publication scheme and relevant web content, ensuring information is current and clear.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of FOIA 2000, GDPR, and the Data Protection Act 2018.

For full details, please refer to the attached Job Pack.

Person Specification & Behaviours

Candidates will be assessed on:

• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace
• Making Effective Decisions

Technical skills include:

• Applying guidance or legislation to decision-making
• Recognizing and escalating risks
• Knowledge of FOIA 2000 and data protection legislation

Additional Benefits & Information

Salary: £34,437 plus £9,976 Civil Service pension contribution. Other benefits include annual leave, performance bonuses, flexible working, learning opportunities, and various schemes for work-life balance and wellbeing.

Application & Selection Process

Applicants need to submit a personal statement (max 750 words) and a CV. Shortlisted candidates will undergo interviews and assessments. The sift begins on 27 May 2025, with interviews scheduled for w/c 9 June 2025.

Security & Eligibility

Successful candidates will require security clearance. The role is open to UK nationals, Irish nationals, Commonwealth citizens with right to work, and certain EU/EEA/Swiss nationals and their families, among others.

Contact & Further Information

For queries, contact People and Culture at . Further details about the recruitment process and eligibility are available on the Civil Service website.

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