Member Engagement & Communications Lead

West Yorkshire Combined Authority; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional transport authority seeks a Membership & Communications Officer to engage with members and support transport improvement initiatives. The role involves managing events and delivering communication strategies that promote the authority's mission and its members' work. Key qualifications include experience in communications and event management, as well as a relevant degree. Located in Leeds, this position offers flexible working, competitive leave, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Flexible working options

28 days annual leave

Free bus and rail travel

Local Government Pension Scheme

Funded professional development

Incremental salary progression

Enhanced parental leave

Access to counselling services

Contemporary workspace near station

Qualifications

• Significant experience in writing, editing and proofreading for diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with members and ensure effective communication.
• Organise and promote events for members and support corporate activities.
• Deliver multi-channel communications campaigns to promote UTG.

Skills

Communications

Event management

Relationship building

Influencing stakeholders

Education

Degree in marketing, communications or events management

Job description

A regional transport authority seeks a Membership & Communications Officer to engage with members and support transport improvement initiatives. The role involves managing events and delivering communication strategies that promote the authority's mission and its members' work. Key qualifications include experience in communications and event management, as well as a relevant degree. Located in Leeds, this position offers flexible working, competitive leave, and family-friendly policies.