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Communications Officer, Leeds, West Yorkshire
Client: Hays
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 4
Posted: 04.06.2025
Expiry Date: 19.07.2025
Job Description:
Are you a creative communicator with a passion for public service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your ideas can shape how a city connects with its people?
I am proud to be working in partnership with a public sector organisation recruiting a Communications Officer to join their team. This role involves transforming how the Communications team engages with residents, customers, and stakeholders across various digital and traditional channels.
What You'll Do:
* Design and deliver strategic communications campaigns
* Manage media relations and act as a spokesperson
* Create engaging content for web, social media, print, and video
* Support internal communications and change programmes
* Collaborate with partners on joint campaigns
* Provide crisis communication support when needed
Who We're Looking For:
* Skilled in campaign planning and content creation
* Confident working with media, stakeholders, and senior leaders
* Digitally savvy with storytelling skills
* Organised, adaptable, and collaborative
* Proven experience in communications, PR, journalism, or digital media
* Strong writing and editing skills across platforms
* Knowledge of communication evaluation and digital tools
* Experience in local government or the public sector (desirable)
* Familiarity with AI tools and emerging digital platforms (desirable)
Qualifications:
* Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, PR, or equivalent
What's in it for you?
An opportunity to join a forward-thinking authority with a strong purpose. You'll be part of a supportive, creative, and collaborative team committed to continuous learning.
Benefits include:
* Generous holiday allowance (starting at 26 days)
* Full-time Monday-Friday
* Flexible hybrid working
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Culture of equality, inclusion, and wellbeing
To apply, please submit your updated CV or contact us for an informal discussion. If this role isn't suitable, we also offer confidential career consultations.
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