Communications Manager (Museums) (8100)

Adult Learning; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Communications Manager to lead media engagement and public relations across multiple museums. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to significant cultural projects, including the transformation of the Norman Keep and the opening of a new gallery. As part of a dynamic team, you will be instrumental in maximizing PR opportunities and coordinating high-profile events, making a real impact in the arts and heritage sector. Join us to be part of a pivotal moment in cultural history and help shape the narrative of our community.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Employee discounts

Relocation expenses

Travel expense advances

Local Government Pension Scheme

Tax-efficient options for pension contributions

Tax-efficient car lease scheme

Referral bonus for hard-to-fill roles

Qualifications

• Proven track record in effective communications and event planning.
• Sound knowledge of local, regional, and national media.

Responsibilities

• Leading media relations and maximizing PR opportunities.
• Planning and coordinating high-profile opening events.

Skills

Media Relations

Public Relations

Event Planning

Stakeholder Advocacy

Education

Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

Job Description

Communications Manager (Museums) | 8100 | fixed term contract/secondment opportunity until 31 March 2027 | 37 hours per week | £36,124 to £37,938 per annum | Grade I | Norwich

Norfolk Museums Service is seeking to appoint a Communications Manager to lead media engagement, public relations, and stakeholder advocacy across our ten museums.

This is an exciting time to join our service as we approach the completion of a major capital project to transform the Norman Keep within Norwich Castle and the opening of the new Gallery of Medieval Life: A British Museum Partnership.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of the UK’s most significant cultural moments in 2025.

As Communications Manager, your responsibilities will include:

1. Leading media relations and maximizing PR opportunities.
2. Planning and coordinating high-profile opening events.
3. Demonstrating a proven track record in effective communications and event planning.
4. Possessing sound knowledge of local, regional, and national media, including arts and heritage press.

For an informal discussion about this vacancy, please contact Jo Warr, Head of Development, at 01603 493665.

Before applying, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to ensure you meet the criteria.

Benefits of Working for Norfolk County Council

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services, including physiotherapy and counselling
• Flexible working options: flexi-time, part-time, remote, and hybrid working
• Financial benefits such as employee discounts through 'Norfolk Rewards'
• A Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
• Relocation expenses (if applicable)
• Travel expense advances for work-related travel
• Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions, life assurance, and dependants’ pensions
• Tax-efficient options for extra pension contributions and cycling
• Access to a tax-efficient car lease scheme for low-emission vehicles
• A referral bonus for hard-to-fill roles

For more information, please see our Terms and Conditions.

Internal Applicants

If you are already a Norfolk County Council employee, you can view and apply for vacancies through myOracle using your @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email.

Priority consideration may be given to current employees at risk of redundancy or in redeployment.

Redeployment closing date: 05 May 2025

All other applications close on: 15 May 2025

About Norfolk

Norfolk boasts miles of coastline, the Broads, vibrant market towns, and a city rich in cultural heritage. Our economy is growing through innovation in energy and food sectors. We have ambitious housing and educational building projects. Norfolk is a great place to live, work, and visit, with a supportive environment for business growth and innovation.

As the main local authority, we serve over 850,000 residents and collaborate with elected Members, local businesses, voluntary organizations, and other authorities to deliver high-quality services.