Senior Communications Officer in York

1 month contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

• To lead the planning and delivery of strategic communications for a defined portfolio of work, ensuring effective engagement across multiple channels and stakeholders. The role will translate organisational and communications strategies into impactful campaigns, while supporting and guiding junior team members as part of a wider communications function.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Lead the development and delivery of communications strategies and plans for allocated projects and programmes.
• Manage and deliver high-profile communications campaigns across digital, media, and stakeholder channels.
• Provide expert media handling, including drafting press releases, managing enquiries, and supporting senior stakeholders.
• Translate organisational priorities into clear, engaging, and effective communications activity.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent messaging and delivery.

Essential Experience Required

• Proven experience delivering senior-level communications, including campaign planning and execution.
• Strong media relations experience, including handling press enquiries and developing media strategies.
• Experience developing and delivering comprehensive communications plans.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Professional communications accreditation (e.g. CIPR) is desirable.

Additional information to note

• Working hours: 37 hours per week
• We work on bi-weekly schedule.

The role closes soon, apply ASAP.