Senior Communications Officer

Suffolk Jobs Direct Careers; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Communications Officer to join their dynamic team. This role involves developing and delivering impactful communication campaigns while managing media relations to enhance the organization's reputation. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and the ability to juggle multiple demands in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this opportunity offers flexible working options and a chance to make a real difference in the community. If you're passionate about strategic communication and creativity, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Up to 29 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Career development

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent, or significant professional experience.
• Experience in audience-focused campaign implementation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-profile communications campaigns.
• Manage media relations and communicate effectively with council colleagues.

Skills

Politically astute

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Campaign management

Creative thinking

Education

Degree level education or equivalent

Job description

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• Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX - Hybrid
• £39,513 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
• Fixed term or secondment for 2 years (project)

Job Description

• Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX - Hybrid
• £39,513 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
• Fixed term or secondment for 2 years (project)

A great opportunity to join the Suffolk County Council's Communications and Public Affairs team as a Senior Communications Officer.

We are looking for someone politically astute, able to juggle multiple demands, and an experienced communicator. If that sounds like you, consider applying.

Your role

Develop and deliver high-profile communications campaigns, working with professionals, politicians, and service experts. Protect and enhance reputation, manage media relations, and communicate effectively with council colleagues.

Our team is focused on innovative campaigns using behavioural insights to make a real difference through creativity and strategic communication.

You will need

• To be educated to degree level or equivalent, or have significant professional experience in communications and campaigns.
• Experience in devising and implementing creative, audience-focused campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations, reports, publicity, digital, and marketing materials.

Full details are available in the Job and Person Profile (docx). Even if you don't meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

The team

The team supports the council's priorities, delivering campaigns that use behavioural insights to inform and shape public information, while protecting the council’s reputation. We value audience-first thinking and aim to make a positive impact.

Empowering Everyone

We promote diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups. See our Workforce Equality Report for details.

For more information

Contact Andrew St Ledger at 07779322630 or [e-mail] for an informal chat. For secondment applications, review the policy and get managerial approval before applying.

How To Apply

1. Read the Job and Person Profile (docx).
2. Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your application.
3. Upload a supporting statement (max 400 words per question) using the Supporting Statement template.
4. Upload your CV (without personal details).

Applications without supporting documents will not be considered. Submit in PDF or MS Word format. We value authentic applications and discourage AI-generated submissions.

For reasonable adjustments, contact [e-mail] or call 03456 014412.

Closing date: 11.30pm, 11 May 2025.

About Us

Suffolk County Council offers diverse career opportunities, flexible working, and a commitment to inclusion. Benefits include up to 29 days annual leave, pension scheme, health and wellbeing benefits, career development, and flexible working options. Visit our careers website for more info.

Additional Details

• Level: Mid-Senior
• Type: Full-time
• Function: Marketing, PR, Writing/Editing
• Industry: Government Administration