Temporary Communications Officer
Location: Remote (must be able to attend the Edinburgh office when required)
Start: ASAP
Duration: 12-16 weeks
Rate:£19.00 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday (35 hours per week)
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Communications Officer to join their team on a temporary basis. This is a remote role (you must be able to attend the Edinburgh office when required and potentially at short notice), offering the opportunity to support high impact programmes and deliver engaging communications across a range of stakeholders. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused position suitable for someone who can translate complex information into clear, compelling content and manage communications activity in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver engaging communications across a range of channels including newsletters, email updates and stakeholder briefings
* Produce high-quality written content such as articles, case studies, web content and programme summaries
* Translate complex project activity into clear, accessible messaging for different audiences
* Coordinate communications activity ensuring consistency, quality and timely delivery
* Support communications for events including pre- and post-event content and engagement
* Maintain communication plans, trackers and timelines
* Liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners to gather content and ensure alignment
* Support website updates and digital communications activity
* Assist with email marketing campaigns and contact database management
About You
* Proven experience in a communications, marketing or engagement role
* Excellent written communication skills with the ability to tailor content for different audiences
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
* Experience producing a range of written content (e.g. newsletters, articles, briefings)
* Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks
* High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
* Confident working with stakeholders and building effective working relationships
* Comfortable using digital platforms, including CMS (e.g. WordPress) and email marketing tools
Desirable Skills & Experience
* Experience supporting communications for projects, programmes or campaigns
* Familiarity with digital content creation (e.g. basic video or design tools)
* Experience working with multiple stakeholders or across organisations
Benefits
* Weekly pay
* 28 days paid annual leave (accrued weekly)
* Direct employment with Office Angels – support available throughout the assignment
* Access to high street discount vouchers
* Eye care vouchers and contributions towards glasses for VDU use
* Support with securing permanent roles and interview coaching
* Pension scheme option with employer contributions
* Statutory Sick Pay
* Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
* Opportunities across our wider group of specialist recruitment businesses
Equal Opportunities
Office Angels is an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyones chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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