This six-month fixed-term Communications Officer post sits in the Communications Team within the council's corporate resources and organisational development function. The work centres on press and media relations, from spotting positive stories and drafting releases to handling media enquiries, alongside campaigns, digital content and internal engagement. It is hybrid, with occasional out-of-hours cover for events and media support, and the post is politically restricted. Candidates need press and media experience and a Level 3 qualification in communications, PR or engagement.
What the job involves
- Act as a communications adviser to services across the council
- Support the development and delivery of external communications
- Curate and manage content across online and offline channels
- Develop engaging campaigns using written, visual and video content
- Maintain the communications calendar to keep a consistent narrative
- Support proactive press and media activity, including identifying positive stories, writing media releases and helping secure coverage
- Support responses to media enquiries, working with colleagues to develop accurate and timely information
- Build and maintain positive relationships with local and regional media contacts
- Work with colleagues to develop newsletters, promotional materials and digital content
- Support internal communications and staff engagement initiatives
- Help uphold and develop the council's brand, ensuring consistency and impact
What’s required
Qualifications
- Relevant Level 3 qualification in communications, PR or engagement
Experience
- Press, PR and media relations experience, including drafting content or supporting responses to enquiries
- Delivering communications campaigns and creating digital content across a range of channels
Skills & knowledge
- Good understanding of communications and marketing best practice
- Excellent judgement and political awareness
- Ability to build relationships with colleagues, partners, stakeholders and the media
- Strong written communication, turning information into clear and engaging stories
- Creativity, curiosity and a collaborative approach
Nice to have
- Understanding of local government or large public service organisations
What’s offered
- Generous pension scheme
- Hybrid working, combining remote and office working
- Time off in lieu for occasional out-of-hours work
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
