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Communications Officer, Portsmouth, Hampshire
Client: Hays
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
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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 for a Communications Officer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to transform how the Communications team engages with residents, customers, and stakeholders across digital and traditional channels.
What You'll Do: Lead high-impact internal and external campaigns, craft press releases and social media content, advise senior leaders, and manage media relations to keep communities connected to essential services.
* Design and deliver strategic communications campaigns
* Manage media relations and act as a spokesperson
* Create engaging content for web, social, print, and video
* Support internal communications and change programs
* Collaborate on joint campaigns with partners
* Provide crisis communication support when needed
Ideal candidates will be:
* Skilled in campaign planning and content creation
* Confident working with media, stakeholders, and senior leaders
* Digitally savvy with storytelling flair
* Organized, adaptable, and collaborative
Essential experience:
* Proven track record in communications, PR, journalism, or digital media
* Strong writing and editing skills across multiple platforms
* Understanding of communications evaluation and digital tools
Desirable:
* Experience in local government or the public sector
* Familiarity with AI tools and emerging digital platforms
Qualifications: Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, PR, or equivalent experience
What’s in it for you? Join a forward-thinking authority with a strong sense of purpose. Be part of a supportive, enthusiastic team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
The benefits include:
* Generous holiday allowance (starting at 26 days)
* Full-time Monday-Friday
* Flexible hybrid working
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* A culture of equality, inclusion, and wellbeing
Please apply with your updated CV or contact us for an informal discussion about the role and organization. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to submit your CV or call us. If this isn't the right role, contact us for a confidential career discussion.
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