Communication Officer Castle Point Borough Council Permanent, Full Time £33,699 - £37,280 Location: Benfleet Closing Date:17/5/2026 Essex Shared Services are delighted to be advertising the role of Communication Officer on behalf of Castle Point Borough Council We are looking for a full-time Communications Officer to work at Castle Point Borough Council in the Policy, Performance & Customer team who can Key Skills and abilities Deliver effective day-to-day external and internal communications, including press releases and social media management. Translate complex concepts into plain English with excellent literacy and attention to detail. Act as a point of contact for media enquiries, managing both proactive and reactive media activity. Persuade and influence managers and elected members toward appropriate courses of action regarding press responses. Design visual content such as posters and digital images to support internal campaigns. Ensure all communications activity aligns with corporate branding and accessibility guidelines. Experience Previous practical experience working within a specialist communications environment is essential. Experience managing social media accounts, including content curation and analysis Experience in handling media enquiries and developing relationships with journalists. Any other desirable experience Experience in monitoring media coverage and using data to evaluate the effectiveness of messages. Experience in commissioning design services and managing associated financial transactions. Qualifications Applicants should ideally hold a qualification in a relevant specialism. For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Ben Brook - BBrook@castlepoint.gov.uk The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment. Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus. Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Related Documents PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf (238kb) Communication Officer - Job Description.pdf (180kb) Apply online Continue to application: Communication Officer