At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engaging marketing and communications to promote skills and employment opportunities in Lancashire.
- Company: Join a supportive team at the Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of skills and employment while helping communities thrive.
- Qualifications: Strong writing skills and experience in delivering impactful campaigns.
The predicted salary is between 40777 - 46142 £ per year.
Salary £40,777 – £46,142 per annum | Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week | Flexible home/office working with some travel around the North West
Help shape the future of skills and employment across Lancashire. Are you a creative and driven communications professional who wants to make a real difference? Do you believe in the power of skills and employment to transform lives, businesses and communities?
About The Role
We’re looking for a proactive and talented Marketing and Communications Lead Officer to lead and deliver engaging communications that raise awareness of skills and employment opportunities across Lancashire. You’ll play a key role in promoting programmes that help residents and businesses thrive—ensuring people can access the support they need when they need it. Working closely with a wide range of partners, you’ll bring stories to life, showcase impact, and help build a stronger, more inclusive workforce.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead the development and delivery of marketing and communications plans
- Create compelling content across digital, social media, web, press and events
- Manage and grow the Hub’s online presence
- Work with partners to develop campaigns and share success stories
- Ensure all communications are clear, accessible and on brand
- Support stakeholder engagement, events and promotional activity
- Use data and insights to measure impact and continuously improve
About You
You’re an experienced communicator who can turn complex information into clear, engaging content for different audiences. You’re confident building relationships, managing multiple projects, and delivering high-quality work at pace.
Essential Skills And Experience
- Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills
- Experience delivering campaigns and communications plans
- Ability to create content across multiple channels
- Confidence working with a range of stakeholders and partners
- Experience using data and analytics to evaluate performance
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
Desirable
- Experience in the public sector, skills, employment or economic development
- Professional qualification (e.g. CIM or CIPR)
About Us
The Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub is part of the Lancashire Combined County Authority. We work collaboratively with partners across the region to drive our four key themes: Future Workforce, Inclusive Workforce, Skilled and Productive Workforce, Social value. We’re a friendly, supportive team passionate about making a difference for Lancashire’s residents and businesses.
You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.
Marketing and Communications Lead Officer | Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub employer: Lancashire County Council
Join the Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub, where your creativity and communication skills can truly make a difference in shaping the future of skills and employment across Lancashire. We offer a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation, alongside flexible working arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance. With opportunities for professional growth and the chance to engage with diverse partners, you'll be part of a team dedicated to transforming lives and communities through impactful communications.
