Part-time Communications Officer (3 days a week), Plymouth
Client:
Hays
Location:
Plymouth, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
1
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 to inform, inspire, and empower
* Craft press releases and social media content
* Advise senior leaders and manage media relations
* Create engaging content for web, social, print, and video
* Support internal communications and change programmes
* Collaborate on joint campaigns with partners
* Provide crisis communication support when needed
Candidate Profile:
* Skilled in campaign planning and content creation
* Confident with media, stakeholders, and senior leaders
* Digitally savvy with storytelling flair
* Organised, adaptable, and collaborative
Essential Experience:
* Proven track record in communications, PR, journalism, or digital media
* Strong writing and editing skills across platforms
* Understanding of communication evaluation and digital tools
Desirable:
* Experience in local government or public sector
* Familiarity with AI tools and emerging digital platforms
Qualifications:
* Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, PR, or equivalent
Benefits:
* Competitive salary pro rata
* Generous holiday allowance (starting at 26 days pro rata)
* Part-time 3 days a week
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexible hybrid working
* Culture of equality, inclusion, and wellbeing
To apply, please click 'apply now' with your current CV or contact us for an informal discussion. If this role isn't suitable, contact us for a confidential career discussion.
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Applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button. No payment details should be provided. This job was created on 04/06/2025 by JR, United Kingdom.
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