Communications Officer

Huntress - Maidstone; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

National Organisation in London is seeking a Communications Officer to deliver engaging content across digital channels and support campaigns. The role offers hybrid and remote options with occasional travel for team meetings and events.

The ideal candidate will have experience in communications, marketing, or PR, with strong writing skills and the ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences. Start ASAP for a ~6 month temporary contract.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering content across digital channels.
• Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail.
• Ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver engaging content across digital channels.
• Support planning and delivery of communications campaigns.
• Manage content for websites, intranets, newsletters, and social media.
• Develop audience-focused communications with clear messaging.
• Monitor inquiries received through channels and respond promptly.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to produce materials.
• Support internal communications including staff briefings and newsletters.
• Monitor performance and report on engagement metrics.
• Ensure content aligns with branding and tone of voice.

Skills

Content creation

Digital channels

Stakeholder collaboration

Writing and editing

Campaign planning

Social media management

Organisation

Project coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Communications Officer

Location: London (remote options available)

Salary: 20 an hour

Contract: Temporary - 6 months

Hours: Full time, hybrid/remote

Start Date: ASAP

We are recruiting on behalf of a national organisation for a proactive and creative Communications Officer to join their busy communications team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced communications professional to support the delivery of engaging internal and external communications across a variety of digital channels. The role offers a flexible working arrangement, with both hybrid and fully remote options available, alongside occasional travel for team meetings (e.g. in London) and organisational events. The start date for this role is the 7th December, with an approximate 6 month contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and deliver engaging content across a range of digital and communication channels.
• Support the planning and delivery of communications campaigns and projects.
• Manage and schedule content for websites, intranets, newsletters and social media platforms.
• Develop audience-focused communications that are clear, engaging and accessible.
• Monitor and respond to enquiries received through communications channels.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organisation to develop communication materials.
• Support internal communications activity, including staff briefings and newsletters.
• Monitor communications performance and provide reporting and insight on engagement.
• Ensure all content aligns with organisational branding, tone of voice and communication standards.
• Support the wider communications team with day-to-day activities and priorities.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a communications, marketing, public relations or engagement role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience creating content for websites, newsletters, social media and other digital channels.
• Ability to tailor communications for different audiences and stakeholders.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and common communications tools.
• Experience monitoring and evaluating communications activity would be advantageous.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.