Overview
CONTRACT: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)
ORGANISATION: Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK)
LOCATION: Based at RLSS UK Head Office, Worcester
DIRECTORATE: Income Generation and Engagement
REPORTS TO: Communications Manager
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Communications Executive will be an integral part of the RLSS UK communications and marketing team within the Income Generation and Engagement Directorate, with responsibility for supporting and delivering our communications strategy, specifically contributing to RLSS UK’s digital communication channels, including web, social and email, to engage with prospective and existing members, volunteers, supporters and the leisure industry. This role is key to building the RLSS UK brand and support the delivery of the members Lifesavers magazine and commercial e-newsletter.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
* Support the Income Generation and commercial teams in promoting income-generating activities via digital communication channels to support the Society’s charitable aims.
* Create engaging content for digital communications campaigns to inspire new and existing customers, ensuring proper portrayal of the brand’s image and tone.
* Support the development and delivery of a communications calendar to ensure coordinated planning and communications activity.
* Update social media platforms and manage paid-for social media campaigns.
* Coordinate with the Communications Manager, Marketing Manager, Senior Head of Communications and Marketing and wider colleagues to schedule all digital communications activities.
* Optimise copy and landing pages for search engine optimisation and getting the right audience to view our content.
* Track, analyse, and report on online and digital marketing metrics to the Communications Manager.
* Assist with proofreading for web, social media, and campaigns.
* Maintain familiarity with RLSS UK products and services to identify products that need updating online in line with business needs.
* Maintain familiarity of membership and education services to ensure that support is provided as appropriate.
* Keep abreast of changes in digital platforms and techniques to promote the RLSS UK brand and improve customer experience.
* Support the management of RLSS UK’s brand, ensuring consistency and correct use to maintain a brand that’s enticing and familiar to the leisure industry and prospective members.
* To deputise for the Communications Manager when required.
General
* Lead on and support ad hoc projects as required.
* Contribute to the successful operation of the charity by undertaking such other tasks as may from time to time be required including all other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager.
* Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK’s compliance programme.
* To demonstrate and uphold the Society’s values and behavioural standards at all times.
* To help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality.
There is a genuine passion for using digital platforms and techniques to promote brands, products, and services, improve engagement and support income streams.
What RLSS UK Can Offer You
* Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday
* Private Medical Scheme*
* Enhanced Society Sick Pay*
* Eye Care*
* Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work
* Free RLSS UK Membership
* Free tea and coffee at HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine
* Free on-site parking when working from HQ
* Company Events and more!
*Subject to eligibility criteria
Your Application
Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should be our next Communications Executive to recruit@rlss.org.uk
Closing Date – 5pm, Friday 26th September 2025
Should you wish to discuss the role, any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or have any questions, please get in touch where a member of the RLSS UK HR Department will be happy to help.
RLSS UK are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and an INclusive Worcestershire Leader.
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