Communications and Engagement Lead

Psoriasis Association; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health charity in Northampton is seeking a Communications and Engagement Lead to drive campaigns and manage media relations. The ideal candidate has proven communications experience, exceptional storytelling abilities, and digital literacy. This hybrid role includes leading initiatives like Psoriasis Awareness Week and fostering relationships with health stakeholders. Competitive salary and generous benefits, including 34 days annual leave and health insurance after probation.

Benefits

34 days annual leave

Extra day off for birthday

6% employer pension contribution

Health insurance after probation

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications or media.
• Exceptional storytelling skills.
• Collaborative and proactive approach.
• Digital literacy and confidence with analytics are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead major campaigns like Psoriasis Awareness Week.
• Produce compelling content across digital, print, and media.
• Oversee media relations and act as a spokesperson.
• Manage and update websites and monitor performance.
• Build relationships with health, research, and policy stakeholders.
• Ensure helpline coverage is staffed at all times.

Skills

Communications experience

Storytelling skills

Digital literacy

Collaboration

Job description

Communications and Engagement Lead
Salary:£33,366 per annum (SCP 23)
Location:Hybrid (Northampton 3 days/week)
Hours:37 per week

Be the voice that empowers, inspires, and makes a difference.

The Psoriasis Association is the UK’s leading charity supporting people with psoriasis, advancing care, and driving research towards a cure. As we deliver our 2025-2030 Strategy, we’re looking for a creative, strategic communicator to lead campaigns, manage media relations, and represent the patient voice at national level.

In this varied, hands-on role, you will:

• Lead major campaigns such asPsoriasis Awareness Week
• Produce compelling content across digital, print, and media
• Oversee media relations and act as a spokesperson (training provided)
• Manage and update our websites, monitor performance, and run paid ads
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across health, research, and policy
• Oversee helpline coverage – ensuring it is staffed at all times, stepping in when needed, and using patient insights to shape communications

We’re seeking someone with proven experience in communications or media, exceptional storytelling skills, and a collaborative, proactive approach. Digital literacy and confidence with analytics are a plus.

What we offer:

• 34 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays), rising to 39 after 5 years
• Extra day off for your birthday or another special day of your choice
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Health insurance (after probation)
• Flexible, family-friendly working patterns

Help shape the next chapter in our story – and make a lasting difference for people with psoriasis.

Closing date:Thursday 11th September 2025 – we may close early if sufficient suitable applications are received.
Interviews:Tuesday 23rd September 2025, in person at our Northampton Head Office.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

The Psoriasis Association is committed to providing equal opportunities in the recruitment, training and development of employees.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as we are not able to provide visa sponsorship.

No agencies please.