Communications Officer, Justice

TN United Kingdom; London; Remote; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Communications Officer to join their Justice Hub. In this pivotal role, you will craft compelling narratives that amplify the voices of those supported by justice services. Your creativity will shine as you manage digital content and deliver innovative campaigns that engage the public and influence policy. With a focus on collaboration, you will work closely with frontline teams to gather insights and support impactful events. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong copywriting skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in communications, ideally in public or non-profit sectors.
• Knowledge of the UK justice sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver creative campaigns and manage digital content.
• Work closely with frontline services and support events.
• Translate complex topics into accessible content.

Skills

Copywriting

Content Creation

Communication

Project Coordination

Digital Marketing

Education

Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or Marketing

Tools

WordPress

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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As a Communications Officer within our Justice Hub, you’ll play a vital role in sharing the stories and successes of our Justice services, helping amplify the voices of those we support in prisons and communities.

Sitting within our Communications Team, you’ll deliver creative campaigns, manage digital content across websites and social media, and ensure brand consistency across the Justice Hub. You’ll work closely with frontline services to gather insights, support external events and webinars, and help mobilise new service launches. Your work will feed into wider campaigns and policy influencing, making a real difference to public understanding of justice issues.

A confident communicator with strong copywriting skills and an eye for detail

Able to translate complex topics into accessible, engaging content

A self-starter with experience in communications, ideally in the public or non-profit sectors

Skilled in content creation for websites and social media

Knowledge of the UK justice sector is a plus

Job Description

As a Communications Officer within our Justice Hub, you’ll play a vital role in sharing the stories and successes of our Justice services, helping amplify the voices of those we support in prisons and communities.

Sitting within our Communications Team, you’ll deliver creative campaigns, manage digital content across websites and social media, and ensure brand consistency across the Justice Hub. You’ll work closely with frontline services to gather insights, support external events and webinars, and help mobilise new service launches. Your work will feed into wider campaigns and policy influencing, making a real difference to public understanding of justice issues.

• A confident communicator with strong copywriting skills and an eye for detail

• Able to translate complex topics into accessible, engaging content

• A self-starter with experience in communications, ideally in the public or non-profit sectors

• Skilled in content creation for websites and social media

• Knowledge of the UK justice sector is a plus

Qualifications

• A confident communicator with strong copywriting skills and an eye for detail

• Able to translate complex topics into accessible, engaging content

• A self-starter with experience in communications, ideally in the public or non-profit sectors

• Skilled in content creation for websites and social media

• Knowledge of the UK justice sector

• Educated to degree level or with equivalent professional experience in a relevant field (e.g., communications, journalism, public relations, or marketing)

• Familiarity with digital tools such as CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress), email marketing software, and design packages (e.g., Canva or Adobe Creative Suite) is desirable

• Project coordination or event management experience

Additional Information

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Contract: Fixed Term - FTC for 12 months from start date.

Hours & work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week.

Salary: £28,000

Location:This is a remote based role with occasional travel to our London Head Office at Pear Tree Street.

Screening:Besides standard clearances such as references and a Right to Work in the UK check, this opportunity does not have any additional screening.

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