Communications Officer

Venn Group; Grays; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council in Essex is seeking an Interim Communications Officer for a 3-6 month position. This role involves supporting the communications strategy, managing media relations, and leading digital communications efforts. Ideal candidates will have recent experience in local government communications and strong skills in writing and content creation.

Benefits

Recommendation Scheme for vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience in a local government communications team is essential.
• Confident communicator in a political environment.
• Skilled in writing, editing, and content creation across multiple channels.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the Council’s Communications Strategy.
• Develop and deliver targeted campaigns using insights and resident data.
• Manage reactive media enquiries and press releases.

Skills

Communication

Content Creation

Media Management

Job description

Interim Communications Officer

Based in Essex, hybrid working

Length: 3-6 Months

Inside IR35

We are supporting an Essex based council in recruiting a Communications Officer to join their dynamic and fast-paced team at a pivotal time in the organisation’s transformation journey. With devolution on the horizon and a renewed corporate vision, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful change and make a real impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities of the Interim Communications Officer:

• Support the implementation of the Council’s Communications Strategy, both internally and externally
• Develop and deliver targeted campaigns that reflect the Council’s values, using insights and resident data to shape messaging
• Manage reactive media enquiries, press releases, and briefings, often at pace
• Lead on the use of digital channels and social media, embedding a digital-first approach
• Ensure consistent application of the Council’s corporate identity across all communications
• Assist in managing crisis communications and support out-of-hours media requirements when needed
• Contribute to income generation opportunities such as campaign sponsorships and filming location promotion

Skills, experience and knowledge required of the Interim Communications Officer:

• Previous and recent experience in a local government communications team is essential
• A confident communicator who can operate effectively in a political environment
• Skilled inwriting, editing, and content creation across multiple channels

To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact Dan Williams on the London Local Government Recruitment team on 020 7557 7667 or send your CV to [e-mail]

*Venn Group’s “Recommendation Scheme”: if you recommend a candidate who is subsequently placed by Venn Group (for a minimum of 2 weeks) you will be eligible for vouchers from a choice of high street organisations