Public Liaison Officer (Part-Time)

Digitized Logos, Inc.; Hove; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A major construction company is seeking a Public Liaison Officer to engage with the community and respond to public enquiries regarding an ongoing coastal project in Hove. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and enjoy working with the public, ensuring a positive representation of the project. This part-time role requires strong written skills and experience in community engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement or educational role.
• Ability to create engaging content with strong written English.

Responsibilities

• Respond to public enquiries by phone, email, and in person.
• Log stakeholder communications and liaise with the project team.
• Provide in-person support during drop-in sessions.
• Assist in planning quarterly community liaison events.

Skills

Confident communicator

Community engagement

Experience in public-facing roles

Strong written English

Using Microsoft Word

Using Excel

Using Outlook

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

PR or communications qualification

Job description

Location: Hove Seafront, Brighton

Hours: 15 hours per week, across 3 weekdays (10:00am 3:00pm, flexible)

Contract: Ongoing (Part-Time)

Were looking for a confident and community-minded Public Liaison Officer to support a major coastal infrastructure project in the Brighton and Hove area. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys engaging with people, providing clear information, and representing large-scale construction projects in a positive and professional way.

You’ll act as the first point of contact for local residents, businesses, and stakeholders, ensuring enquiries are handled promptly and that the projects community engagement, communications, and social value activities are delivered to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to public enquiries by phone, email, and in person, providing accurate and friendly information about ongoing site works.
• Log all stakeholder communications and liaise with the project team to share updates, feedback, and emerging issues.
• Provide in-person support to members of the public via scheduled drop‑in sessions.
• Assist in planning and delivering quarterly community liaison events.
• Capture and share project updates, milestones, and photos for newsletters and social media.
• Contribute written content for local updates, newsletters, and noticeboards.
• Support STEM and careers outreach by helping with school visits, workshops, and site tours.
• Take part in social value and community initiatives, representing the project positively.

About You

• Confident communicator with experience dealing with members of the public, both in person and in writing.
• Friendly, approachable, and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Experience in a public‑facing, community engagement, or educational role.
• Strong written English with the ability to create clear, engaging content.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths required; PR or communications qualification desirable.
• CSCS card beneficial but not essential.