Marketing & Communications Officer

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL

Bradford

Hybrid

GBP 30,000 - 38,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Enhanced sick pay

Birthday leave

Professional fee reimbursement

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

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Job summary

Waythrough, Bradford-based, seeks a Marketing and Communications Officer to promote drug and alcohol support services and voices of lived experience. Managed remotely by the communications team, the role is supervised locally in Bradford/Keighley with some home working.

You will craft stories, design leaflets, engage with councils, attend events, and build partnerships. Requires copywriting, MS Office, attention to detail, and a communications qualification (NVQ4) or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, coupled with exceptional copywriting and creative writing skills.
Strong administrative prowess with attention to detail in all tasks.
Ability to bring ideas to life through engaging written and visual presentations.
A team player who can build connections with internal and external staff and partners.
Hands-on comms experience or a qualification in Media/Communications (NVQ level 4).

Responsibilities

Craft compelling stories and secure local newspaper coverage for services.
Design leaflets showcasing community support programs.
Collaborate with councils and communications partners to extend reach.
Engage with the community at events and build meaningful connections.
Drive campaigns through storytelling, video, and lived-experience content.
Build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Copywriting

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Administrative skills

Comms experience

Education

NVQ Level 4 / equivalent in Media or Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Marketing & Communications Officer

Location: New Vision Bradford - Pelican House

Working Hours: 37 Hours, 4 days in office, 1 day working from home. (Day is flexible)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £29,880.00- £38,180.00

Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.

About Waythrough

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we've created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services - and it's all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community

Are you a passionate communicator with a flair for promoting community services and elevating the voice of lived experience? Do you want to be part of a national charity’s communications team and make a real impact on people's lives?

Join us as a Marketing and Communications Officer in Bradford, where you will play a vital role in promoting our drug and alcohol support services and the voices of lived experience. This role is managed remotely by the communications team but is supervised locally by a senior member of the operational team.

Be a member of a vibrant marketing and communications community of practice, which shares learning and innovation and explores new ideas.

What you’ll do

As a Marketing and Communications Officer, you will have the exciting opportunity to:

Craft compelling stories and secure coverage in local newspapers, spreading the word about our valuable services.
Design eye-catching leaflets that showcase the life-changing support we provide to the community.
Collaborate with communications partners in the councils we work with, amplifying our reach and impact.
Spread the word, engaging with the community first hand by attending events, building meaningful connections.
Harness the power of storytelling through campaigns, video and sharing inspiring experiences that touch hearts and minds.
Build strong connections with a range of internal and external staff and partners.

Why join us?

As a dynamic and purpose-driven organisation, we recognise that our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Our charity is committed to creating meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. As a values-driven organisation, we understand that our people are central to achieving our mission.

You will be an essential member of a nationwide charity's communications team, backed by Waythrough’s marketing and communications experts. As part of our peer community of local communications leads you will: exchange ideas, provide feedback and share best practices, nurturing growth, and collective success.

About you

To seize this opportunity, you should possess:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, coupled with exceptional copywriting and creative writing skills.
Strong administrative prowess, coupled with attention to detail in all aspects of your work.
The ability to bring ideas to life through engaging written and visual presentations.
A team player who can build strong connections with a range of internal and external staff and partners.
Hands on comms experience or a qualification in Media/Communications (equivalent to NVQ level 4).

The role allows for some home working but most of the time you will be working from our service in Bradford and Keighley. Join us and embark on a rewarding journey as a Marketing and Communications Officer.

Closing date for applications is 23:59 on 13 September and interviews for this role are expected to take place on 23 and 24 September.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package: