Senior Communications Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organization in Leeds seeks a Senior Communications Specialist for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves enhancing digital presence through strategic communications, managing website content, and leading projects to improve user accessibility. Remote work is possible with occasional office visits.

Qualifications

• Experience leading communications projects from concept to delivery.
• Expertise in content management systems for website maintenance.
• Strong copywriting and content creation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the digital strategy across web and social media.
• Plan and execute digital campaigns leveraging data insights.
• Manage relationships with external agencies and lead accessibility audits.

Skills

Copywriting

Stakeholder Engagement

SEO

Content Management Systems

Collaboration

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leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Digital Communications Specialist

6 month FTC

This Leeds based not-for-profit organisation are recruiting for a Digital Communications Specialist on a 6 month contract. This role can be remote based with the requirement to get to the Leeds 1-2 days a month

As a Senior Communications Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing customer communications and improving digital presence. You’ll lead on key projects, ensuring communications are targeted, accessible, and effective. Your expertise will help shape how digital campaigns are planned, delivered, and evaluated.

You’ll be responsible for managing website content, overseeing relationships with external agencies, and driving improvements in accessibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the digital strategy across web, social media, and customer communications.
• Plan and execute digital campaigns, leveraging data and audience insights.
• Build and maintain web pages, ensuring accessibility and user-friendliness.
• Manage relationships with external web agencies.
• Lead the accessibility audit project to enhance website usability.
• Write compelling, SEO-friendly content for various platforms.
• Develop and implement self-service communications solutions.
• Provide trusted communications advice to colleagues and stakeholders.

Key Skills

• Experience leading communications projects from concept to delivery.
• Expertise in content management systems for website maintenance.
• Strong copywriting and content creation skills.
• Knowledge of SEO and accessible content standards.
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Confidence in advising teams on best practices in communications.