Assistant Director – Communications, Culture and Marketing, East Devon District Council

Rachel Miller; East Devon; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in East Devon is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to lead their Communications, Culture, and Marketing function. This role involves implementing marketing strategies to enhance the council's brand, managing communications, and overseeing events to engage the community. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in marketing and communications and the ability to generate revenue opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications and marketing.
• Ability to manage budgets and generate revenue.
• Excellent interpersonal and strategic advice skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Communication, Cultural and Marketing function.
• Implement marketing strategies to enhance community engagement.
• Manage the delivery of internal and external communications.

Job description

Assistant Director – Communications, Culture and Marketing, East Devon District Council
Closing date: 27 July 2025
Full time
£72,686 to £81,742pa
Hours: 37pw

We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to lead and deliver our Communication, Cultural and Marketing function.

This is an exciting, influential role where you’ll implement marketing strategies that promote East Devon in line with our council plan and our cultural strategy, enhancing our brand, engaging our community and promoting our values.

Day-to-day, you’ll manage the delivery of internal and external communications and ensure all collateral is consistent with our employer brand.

This could include cultural content, events, marketing and engagement activities, as well as staff newsletters and our intranet.

With responsibility for the marketing and events budget, you’ll also identify ways to generate revenue and maximise income opportunities across the Council.

This is a hands-on role with plenty of visibility; you might be representing the council at meetings and events, co-ordinating internal communications, or finding and sharing opportunities for service improvement. You’ll provide strategic advice and direction that raises the profile of East Devon to both residents and visitors, making it a destination of choice.