Communications & Consultation Officer

Do you know what makes news? Do you have the skills to deal confidently with the media? Can you write press releases and assist with updating the website? We are seeking a Communications and Consultation Officer to play a leading role in providing a high-profile, high-pressure corporate service.

The Communications and Consultation team serves the whole council, handling media relations, issuing press releases, producing publications, organising corporate consultation and managing the website. It’s a busy unit with new challenges each day.

You’ll need first-class writing skills and a good understanding of the importance of communications in local government. An excellent communicator with experience of working in the media or PR, you’ll be an efficient organiser who can put creative ideas into action, work under pressure, meet deadlines and get results.