Integrated Communications & PR Specialist (Hybrid)

Opus People Solutions; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £35,570 per annum

Flexible hybrid working

Meaningful public sector work

Supportive team environment

Valuable local authority experience

Job summary

Opus People Solutions seeks an Internal and External Communications & PR Specialist on a six-month fixed-term contract. The role combines internal messaging with external PR, delivering campaigns that inform residents and stakeholders while strengthening the council's reputation.

You will craft content for newsletters, briefings and media statements, manage media enquiries, monitor coverage and report on campaign outcomes. Hybrid working is available with up to two days in the office.

Qualifications

• Experience in a communications or PR role delivering internal and external content.
• Proven ability to create engaging content for diverse audiences.
• Experience managing media enquiries and media relationships.
• Strong copywriting, editing and proofreading skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver internal communications plans that inform, engage and inspire employees.
• Create content for staff newsletters, intranet platforms, leadership messages and internal campaigns.
• Support organisational change programmes through clear and effective communication.
• Promote employee engagement initiatives and celebrate organisational achievements.
• Work with services across the council to ensure consistent messaging and timely communication.
• Develop and implement communications and PR campaigns aligned to council priorities.
• Draft press releases, statements, briefing notes, speeches and other external communications materials.
• Manage media enquiries and cultivate positive relationships with local, regional and sector media outlets.
• Monitor media coverage and provide advice on reputational issues and emerging risks.
• Support the promotion of council services, projects and events through a range of communication channels.
• Assist with crisis and reactive communications when required.
• Produce engaging content for digital channels, including websites, social media and email communications.
• Ensure all communications are accurate, accessible and compliant with relevant legislation and council standards.
• Build positive working relationships with elected members, senior leaders, community organisations and key partners.
• Monitor communications performance and provide reports on campaign outcomes and media activity.

Skills

Copywriting

Editing

Proofreading

Media relations

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Opus People Solutions seeks an Internal and External Communications & PR Specialist on a six-month fixed-term contract. The role combines internal messaging with external PR, delivering campaigns that inform residents and stakeholders while strengthening the council's reputation.

You will craft content for newsletters, briefings and media statements, manage media enquiries, monitor coverage and report on campaign outcomes. Hybrid working is available with up to two days in the office.