Strategic Communications & Marketing Officer

Rotherham-Metropolitan-Borough-Council; North Anston; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a proactive Communications and Marketing Officer to join its dynamic team in Rotherham. The role involves leading communications and marketing activity for various projects, identifying positive news stories, supporting the press office, and creating engaging content for digital channels.

The post offers a permanent full-time position with a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Takes initiative and seeks out opportunities.
• Can turn complex information into clear and engaging content.
• Builds positive relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
• Balances creativity with sound judgement.
• Enjoys working in a fast-moving environment.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and fresh ideas to their work.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications and marketing activity for a range of projects and services.
• Identify and develop positive news stories and media opportunities.
• Support the Council's press office and respond to media enquiries.
• Create engaging content for digital and social media channels.
• Develop and deliver campaigns that reach and influence target audiences.
• Provide communications advice and support to services, managers and senior leaders.
• Work closely with partners and stakeholders across the borough.

Skills

Content creation

Media relations

Campaign development

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a proactive Communications and Marketing Officer to join its dynamic team in Rotherham. The role involves leading communications and marketing activity for various projects, identifying positive news stories, supporting the press office, and creating engaging content for digital channels.

The post offers a permanent full-time position with a strong benefits package.