Communications & Marketing Lead Salary: £37,317.25 per annum Hours: Full-time, 32 hours per week (4-day working week from 1 April 2026) Location: Hybrid – 2 days at home / 2 days in our Edinburgh office Contract: Permanent Ark is a major provider of Housing, Care and Support to people with long term and enduring conditions such as learning disabilities, mental health issues, dementia and autism. A strategic communications role that helps tell Ark’s story with clarity, purpose and impact. At Ark, all full-time corporate service roles operate on a 4-day, 32-hour working week with no loss of pay. This is not a pilot, a perk, or something to be earned. It is simply the way we work. We believe this approach supports focus, wellbeing and sustainable performance for our people and the organisation. We’re now looking for an experienced and creative Communications & Marketing Lead to shape and deliver an organisation-wide communications and marketing strategy that strengthens Ark’s visibility, reputation and stakeholder engagement. About the Role Managing Ark’s brand identity, ensuring clarity, consistency and impact across all platforms. Developing engaging, high-quality content for websites, social media, newsletters, brochures and campaigns. Overseeing internal communications to help keep colleagues informed, connected and inspired. Leading the management and continuous improvement of Ark’s website and supporting staff to contribute effective, accessible content. Designing and delivering marketing campaigns that promote our services, initiatives and events. Acting as the primary contact for media enquiries, drafting press releases and overseeing public relations activity. Monitoring and evaluating communications and marketing activity using data, analytics and insights. Exploring emerging digital and AI tools to enhance communications approaches. Contributing to business cases and reporting on key communications and marketing KPIs. Supporting with the development of Arks communications and engagement strategy and leading on delivery and reporting. About You Significant experience in communications, marketing, PR or digital engagement. Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to tailor content to different audiences and channels. Confidence managing brand identity and delivering multichannel campaigns. Experience with digital marketing tools, social media management and analytics. A strategic mindset paired with the ability to deliver high-quality work at pace. Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Excellent organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities. An understanding of communications-related compliance, including data protection and advertising standards. A proactive, creative approach and commitment to Ark’s mission and values. Why Work with Us? Hybrid working with flexibility around start/finish times. Generous annual leave, increasing with length of service. 4% contributory pension. Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support. Discounts, Blue Light Card access and Cycle to Work scheme. Annual leave buy & sell options. Ark is a values-driven housing and social care organisation. We aim to create inclusive communities where people live with dignity, independence and a sense of belonging and that starts with how we support and value our colleagues. Please click the Apply button now for more details. Applications close at 5pm Wednesday 25th February 2026 Interviews will be held the week commencing 9th March 2026