Communications Officer

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic public sector organization in Swindon is seeking a Communications Officer to transform engagement with residents and stakeholders. This role demands creativity in campaign design, strong media relations skills, and a collaborative mindset to support strategic communications efforts. Join a supportive team with a strong purpose and a commitment to continuous learning.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance (starting at 26 days)

Local Government Pension Scheme

Culture of equality, inclusion, and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience in communications, PR, journalism, or digital media.
• Digitally savvy with a flair for storytelling.
• Strong writing and editing skills across platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver strategic communications campaigns.
• Manage media relations and act as a spokesperson.
• Create engaging content for web, social media, print, and video.

Skills

Campaign planning

Content creation

Media relations

Storytelling

Writing and editing

Education

Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, PR

Job description

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Communications Officer, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: Hays

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Are you a creative communicator with a passion for public service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your ideas can shape how a city connects with its people?

I am proud to be working in partnership with a public sector organisation recruiting for a Communications Officer to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in transforming how the Communications team engages with residents, customers, and stakeholders across digital and traditional channels.

What You'll Do:

• Design and deliver strategic communications campaigns
• Manage media relations and act as a spokesperson
• Create engaging content for web, social media, print, and video
• Support internal communications and change programmes
• Collaborate with partners on joint campaigns
• Provide crisis communications support when needed

Who We're Looking For:

• Skilled in campaign planning and content creation
• Confident working with media, stakeholders, and senior leaders
• Digitally savvy with a flair for storytelling
• Organised, adaptable, and collaborative
• Proven track record in communications, PR, journalism, or digital media
• Strong writing and editing skills across platforms
• Understanding of communications evaluation and digital tools
• Experience in local government or public sector (desirable)
• Familiarity with AI tools and emerging digital platforms (desirable)

Qualifications:

• Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, PR, or equivalent

What’s in It for You?

Join a forward-thinking authority with a strong sense of purpose. Be part of a supportive, enthusiastic team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Benefits:

• Generous holiday allowance (starting at 26 days)
• Full-time Monday-Friday
• Flexible hybrid working
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Culture of equality, inclusion, and wellbeing

To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV or contact us for an informal discussion. If you're interested but this role isn't quite right, reach out for a confidential career discussion.