Senior Communications Officer – Proactive

Thames Valley Police; Kidlington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Communications Officer to join their proactive team. This exciting role involves developing and implementing communication strategies that enhance public trust and confidence while combating crime. The ideal candidate will possess a degree or professional qualification in communications, showcasing a strong background in both internal and external communications. With an emphasis on crisis management and stakeholder collaboration, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within the community. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help shape the future of policing in the Thames Valley region.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Flexible working conditions

Lifestyle discounts

Career development opportunities

Local government pension scheme

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or possess a professional qualification in communications.
• Proven experience in internal and external communications roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational communication strategies across Thames Valley Police.
• Deliver impactful communications and manage crisis situations effectively.

Skills

Crisis Communications

Interpersonal Communication

Political Awareness

Stakeholder Collaboration

Education

Degree in Communications or Public Relations

Professional Qualification in Media

Job description

Senior Communications Officer – Proactive

Department: Corporate Communications

Location: Kidlington, Home Address (Hybrid)

Rank/Grade: TVP Broad Band 4I

Band 4I, circa £44,218 per annum, plus benefits

In this new and exciting role, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team who develop and implement operational communication strategies and activities across Thames Valley Police, which help fight crime, serve victims, and build trust and confidence in our force.

The successful candidate will be educated to degree level, and/or possess a professional qualification in communications, public relations, media, or equivalent experience. You should have proven experience of working in communications roles across internal and external communications, with a track record of delivering impactful communications and possessing strong crisis communications skills.

You will have strong interpersonal communication skills, along with political awareness, and the ability to build effective relationships to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.

As part of the Thames Valley Police family, you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 30 days annual leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time), plus Bank Holidays, flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities, and the option to join a local government pension scheme.

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 9 February 2025.

At Thames Valley Police (TVP), we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member, or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. Learn more About Us.

Vetting: All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily meet the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.