Communications Officer At Axiom Personnel we are currently recruting for tempoary Communications Officer to join our well-established client in Basildon. This position will be working 36.25 hours a week (hours and days to be confirmed) on a 3-month contract. You MUST be avaliable for the full 3 months of the contract. Key Responsibilities- * Point of contact for media inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses. * Draft and distribute press releases, statements, and briefing notes to promote initiatives and activities. * Build and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets. * Monitor media coverage and produce regular reports on public and media sentiment. * Social media posts, ensuring they reflect the organisation’s values and priorities. * Plan, create, and schedule engaging and relevant content across all platforms, including text, images, and video. * Respond to comments, messages, and queries in a timely and professional manner. * Monitor social media trends and analytics to measure engagement and identify opportunities for improvement. * Work collaboratively with other teams to ensure alignment of social media messaging with broader council initiatives. Essential Skills and Experience * Proven experience in communications, press relations, or a related field, ideally within a public sector organisation. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences and channels. * Strong knowledge of social media platforms, trends, and best practices. * Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. * Proficiency in using communication tools, including content management systems, Microsoft 365, email marketing platforms, and social media scheduling software. * Creative flair and attention to detail, with the ability to produce high-quality content. Copywriting and editing. Hourly Salary - £17.25 Sounds like the perfect position for you? Please apply now! Axiom Personnel is acting as an employment business in relation to this role