Publications Lead: Hybrid Role for Reports & Online Content

Department for Transport; England; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in the UK is seeking a Publications Manager to oversee the production of accident investigation reports and manage the publications team. The role involves maintaining the department's online presence and ensuring high-quality outputs. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, experience in report production, and an understanding of government procedures. This position offers a hybrid working model, a competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits including significant pension contributions.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 28.97%

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to staff discount portal

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Motivated and confident with the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly experienced in publications and report production.
• Awareness of emerging technologies within publication workflows.
• Sensitive to information of a distressing nature.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the publications team to ensure report standard.
• Keep MAIB’s online presence and public profile updated.
• Coordinate delivery of publication work outside routine scope.
• Collaborate with senior leaders across branches for workflows.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Report production

Social media content

Team collaboration

Time management

Technology awareness (AI and automation)

Job description

A government department in the UK is seeking a Publications Manager to oversee the production of accident investigation reports and manage the publications team. The role involves maintaining the department's online presence and ensuring high-quality outputs. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, experience in report production, and an understanding of government procedures. This position offers a hybrid working model, a competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits including significant pension contributions.