We’d love to hear from you if you’re:organised and able to prioritise your workload and meet tight deadlinesskilled at both written and spoken communicationsa team player, who can also work on your own initiativegood at absorbing information quickly, and generating written content and imageryable to create captivating year-round marketing plans a skilled proof-reader. Senior Communications & Marketing OfficerWe're a busy team and this is a very varied role, so it will suit a flexible self-starter who thrives in changing and creative surroundings. You’ll be part of the Country Communications Team, working in a hybrid way, and reporting to the Senior Specialist Delivery Partner, supporting our places in Northern Ireland.You’ll work alongside other senior colleagues to develop messages and themes, and share them through various communications channels including website, social media, onsite and press. You'll be looking for fresh creative ideas for how to bring to life the stories of National Trust places in your area, and how to talk to visitors about the work we do to protect nature, beauty and history here. This is a varied and dynamic role, so you'll be working at pace and with many diverse people and sites. No two days will be the same. You’ll be promoting events and the distinctive themes of some very different places.The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. NIJOBSClosing Date: 10th May 2026 We do not accept CVs or covering letters for Northern Ireland vacancies. Please fill out the online application form on the National Trust Jobs website. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applicants regardless of religious beliefs, political opinion, race, sex, marital status, age or disability. To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 174658IRC174658BallynahinchFixed Term f/t (37.5 hrs pw to 31/08/27)Ends: May 10th We’re looking for a Senior Communications and Marketing Officer to plan and lead our communications and marketing for multiple sites across Northern Ireland, including Mid Ulster, Belfast and Murlough, Mournes and Strangford.Salary: £27,612 per annumContract: Fixed term contact until 31-Aug-2027Hours/ working pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per weekRowallane House - RO, Saintfield, Ballynahinch, BT24 7LHCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK27,612 pa