Communications Manager

Pertemps Recruitment Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 42,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Temporary Communications Manager in Inverness. The role involves developing communications plans and managing media relations. Ideal candidates will have strong communications experience and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. This temporary position offers a competitive salary and involves working 37 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple projects and delivering high-quality communications.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communications plans and campaigns.
• Provide advice on communications channels, including social media and web content.
• Project manage events and ensure media coverage.

Skills

Strong experience in communications

Marketing management

Media management

Job description

Temporary Communications Manager

Location: Inverness

Hours: 37 per week

Salary: £41,608 per annum

Contract: 12 weeks initially, start date ASAP

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Communications Manager to join our client’s team on a temporary basis. This role will support best‑practice communications and engagement, helping to improve the operation of the organisation and ensure clear, timely, and effective communication across multiple channels.

You will provide expert advice on communications, marketing, media, social media/digital, and reputation management, supporting both routine and strategic work. You will also develop and deliver communications campaigns that achieve measurable outcomes, championing best practice and ensuring value for money.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and support communications plans and campaigns aligned with organisational priorities.
• Set measurable, outcome‑focused objectives and continually evaluate communications effectiveness.
• Provide advice and support on all communications channels, including print, broadcast, digital, social media, video, and web content.
• Project manage events, launches, visits, and presentations, ensuring smooth operations and media coverage.
• Act as a communications link between the organisation and external stakeholders including local authorities, community groups, and government bodies.
• Deliver training to colleagues on plain English, social media, tone of voice, and communications best practice.
• Participate in media response functions, including research, analysis, and drafting responses to media enquiries.
• Contribute to routine team tasks such as media monitoring, corporate publications, social media moderation, and website content support.
• Participate in a shared out‑of‑hours on‑call rota (pay supplement applies).

Person Specification

We are looking for someone with strong experience in communications, marketing, and media management. The ideal candidate will be able to manage multiple projects, communicate clearly and effectively, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment while ensuring the delivery of high‑quality communications that support organisational priorities.