Head of Public Affairs, Media and Digital Communications

Trades Union Congress TUC; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A significant national organisation is seeking a Head of Public Affairs, Media and Digital Communications to influence decision-makers and strengthen the voice of working people in Wales. The ideal candidate will have experience with trade unions or political institutions and demonstrate strong analytical skills. This role involves leading a communications team and collaborating with senior leadership to ensure alignment with strategy. The organisation values equality and diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Benefits

Final salary pension scheme

Good benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in working with trade unions or political institutions.
• Strong understanding of political decision-making.
• Experience leading a communications team.

Responsibilities

• Shape work and influence decision-makers in Wales.
• Lead and develop the communications team for TUC Cymru.
• Monitor and evaluate political and communications impact.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Confidence as a spokesperson

Outstanding written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Strong analytical skills

Knowledge of trade union values

Job description

Fixed term contract until March 2028

Full time – 35 hours per week (happy to discuss flexible working)

TUC Cymru is looking for an experienced and politically astute Head of Public Affairs, Media and Digital Communicationstos help shape our work, influence decision‑makers and strengthen the voice of working people across Wales.

Do you have experience in working in or with trade unions, political institutions, political parties or public affairs organisations, with a strong understanding of how political decisions are made?

Can you lead and develop a communications team, delivering high‑quality, timely and strategic outputs across press, digital and social media?

Do you have strong analytical skills and political judgement, with the confidence and ability to respond quickly to fast moving events and changing contexts?

Do you have knowledge and understanding of current key issues in Wales and the UK more broadly around employment, the economy, society, trade unionism and politics- and can you apply this insight into communications and public affairs work?

In this role you’ll be working with unions and other organisations to deliver TUC Cymru priorities and will take the lead on building and maintaining effective relationships with elected representatives, advisors and civil servants across political parties. As well as having excellent interpersonal skills, the successful candidate will also need to demonstrate they can operate confidently in a political environment, influence decision‑makers and represent TUC Cymru with authority. You’ll also work closely with the General Secretary and senior leadership team to align political engagement with communications strategy, ensuring TUC Cymru’s voice is clear, consistent and influential.

You will also be responsible for monitoring and evaluating the impact of political and communications activity, using insight and data to refine and strengthen our work.

We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• A strong personal commitment to equality and diversity and the aims and values of TUC Cymru
• Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills
• The ability to act as a confident spokesperson, with outstanding written, digital and verbal communication skills.
• An understanding of trade union values, campaigns and structures
• The ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders, unions and partner organisations

Desirable:

• Experience working in a bilingual (Welsh/English) communications environment

We are particularly keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BME) applicants who are underrepresented in this part of the TUC but also welcome applications from any candidate.

The closing date for completed applications for this post is 12 noon on Wednesday 11 February 2026.
First round interviews will be held on Thursday 19 Feb 2026 with second round interviews scheduled for Wednesday 4 March 2026.

First round interviews will be conducted in person at the Cardiff office. Second round interviews will be conducted in person at our London office.

Staff enjoy a good benefits package including final salary pension scheme and other benefits.