Communications Officer

Sheffield City Council; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Communications Officer to enhance their communication efforts in Sheffield. This full-time role involves planning and executing campaigns, managing media relations, and collaborating on various communication channels. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic team, ensuring effective delivery of key messages that align with council priorities. With flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. If you are passionate about communication and public service, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Recent GCSE qualifications are required for this role.
• Flexibility and adherence to council policies are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality communications service for council activities.
• Plan and evaluate communication campaigns aligned with council priorities.
• Manage communication projects and teams, ensuring effectiveness.

Skills

Campaign Planning

Press Relations

Public Relations

Internal Communications

Social Media Management

Education

GCSE Qualifications

Job description

Job Description:

Communications Officer at Sheffield City Council. This vacancy is based in Sheffield, United Kingdom. The role requires candidates with recent GCSE qualifications. The position falls within the Marketing field.

Job Responsibilities:

The Communications Officer will:

1. Provide a high-quality communications service for council activities, including campaign planning, press and public relations, advertising, and internal communications.
2. Contribute to the effective teamwork of the Communications Service.
3. Assist in delivering an efficient, value-for-money Communications Service in collaboration with the manager and colleagues.
4. Plan, implement, monitor, review, and evaluate communication campaigns and activities aligned with council priorities.
5. Ensure the delivery of the service's business plans and strategies.
6. Manage communication projects and teams, evaluating campaigns for effectiveness and learning.
7. Support the delivery of the council's Communications Strategy and campaigns.
8. Achieve campaign outcomes by securing positive media coverage through press releases, media briefs, and reactive enquiries.
9. Utilize appropriate channels and events for communication delivery.
10. Develop and disseminate key messages supporting the Council's priorities.
11. Collaborate on web, intranet, and social media development.
12. Provide communication advice to senior officers and elected members.
13. Share best practices and contribute to professional development and training.
14. Deputize for the manager when required.
15. Perform other related duties as needed.

The role requires flexibility, including possible out-of-hours work, and adherence to Council policies on health, safety, equality, and safeguarding. The Council values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including those under the Disability Confident Scheme. The position is full-time, 37 hours per week, with a competitive salary starting at the grade minimum, with consideration for current pay. Flexible working arrangements are supported.

Job Details:

• Reference: REQ003273
• Date posted: 30/04/2025
• Application deadline: 14/05/2025
• Location: Sheffield
• Salary Grade: 8 (£41,511 - £44,711)
• Contract: 12-month fixed term, full-time
• Category: Communications, PR, Marketing

Additional info includes a hybrid remote working setup and details about the application process.