Senior Digital Communications Officer

Venn Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government body in England is seeking a Senior Digital Communications Officer to lead digital communications strategies and manage impactful campaigns. Responsibilities include generating engaging content, advising stakeholders, and overseeing projects. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with a competitive rate up to £26.50 per hour. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in digital communications and effective campaign management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading customer communications, specifically digital and media.
• Demonstrated ability in successful project management.
• Experience in generating effective digital content, including video.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver digital content suited to target audiences.
• Provide strategic advice for project planning and delivery.
• Generate engaging photography and video content.

Skills

Digital Communications Leadership

Campaign Management

Content Generation

Videography

Political Communication

Job description

Job Overview

We are currently working with Gloucestershire County Council who are looking to recruit a Senior Digital Communications Officer to join their team.

Job: Senior Digital Communications Officer

Duration: Currently signed off until end of March 2026

Rate: Up to £26.50 per hour via Umbrella Company, Inside IR35

Hours: 3 days per week

Site presence: Hybrid – The successful applicant will be expected to be in the office or out filming at least 50% of their working week with the other 50% at home

Responsibilities

• Plan, generate and deliver well timed digital content, that is right for the chosen audience(s)
• Provide professional, strategic advice to support planning and delivery of key projects
• Generate high quality photography and video content that is engaging and clearly and concisely delivers our key messages
• Develop and deliver high-level campaign strategies and plans that help deliver on the council’s strategic objectives
• Make the most of national campaigns and local events/activities to generate content
• Provide strategic advice and guidance to directors and senior councillors on communications matters. Manage a range of projects at the same time, working to deadlines and delivering on agreed objectives
• Act as a mentor and supervise other members of the team, ensuring that when project support is provided junior officers are developed in all communications disciplines

Experience / Requirements

• Proven track record in leading on customer communications specifically digital, media, marketing and internal communications
• Proven track record in successful campaign/project management
• Proven track record of effective digital content generation including videography
• Experience of finding positive solutions to complex customer communications challenges
• Experience of working in a political environment including briefing elected members

At Venn Group, we endeavour to respond to all applications. However due to the volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.