Charnwood Borough Council in Leicestershire is searching for the next member of TeamCBC! We’re looking for the right person to join the Communications Team and help tell the story of the Council and the borough, with clarity, accuracy, and creativity. We need someone who is passionate about delivering communications not just for the organisation but also the communities we serve. This role as a Communications Officer will involve creating engaging content including press releases, social media posts, videos, articles, website content and possibly some graphics. A key focus of the role will be the day‑to‑day management of the Council’s social media accounts. Our primary channels include the media, social media, email alerts, websites, some printed materials as well as our internal channels. You will also help collate and analyse metrics, so we understand the impact of our work, and get involved in our AI journey and how that is shaping communications now, and in the future. Everything we do in communications is aligned to supporting the Council’s corporate objectives to keep our borough clean, deliver homes and raise standards, create a prosperous local economy that benefits everyone and support communities. We will do this on a foundation of high-performing, efficient and effective services. The job The role would suit someone who is great with words, understands social media and other channels and is not afraid to learn. There is never a dull day in comms - and if there is, we can get creative and make it vastly more interesting! The benefits of working with us include: Agile working Generous annual leave Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme Free parking We are also a Disability Confident Employer and proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant's Employer Recognition Gold Award. We prioritise the well-being and engagement of our employees through internal groups such as the Staff Forum, Health and Wellbeing Group and Equality Working Group. About Charnwood Charnwood is one of the largest shire district councils in the country based on population, serving around 183,000 people. We offer a range of services, with everything from refuse and recycling collections to the operation of a theatre and historic markets. We are proud of our borough, and it is a great place to live, work visit and invest in. Charnwood boasts breath-taking landscapes which are great to explore. At the heart of Charnwood is Loughborough, home to a world class university, historic markets, and the only major bell foundry in the UK. It is a diverse community thanks to its student population and cultures from around the world. No Agencies please.