Communications Officer – Maldon District Council

Responsibilities

• Deliver clear, accurate and accessible communications that support council services, projects and priorities.
• Support engagement, campaigns, events and promotional activity across appropriate channels.
• Handle press and communications enquiries promptly and consistently, in line with council standards.
• Manage allocated communications and marketing work to agreed priorities and deadlines.

Requirements

• A-level, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification, or relevant experience in communications, marketing or engagement.
• Experience producing clear, accurate and engaging content for different audiences and channels.
• Experience supporting campaigns, events, promotions or customer and partner engagement.
• Working knowledge of digital communications, accessibility and data protection requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organisation and collaborative working skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and follow agreed standards and processes.
• Confidence using Microsoft 365 and digital communications platforms, with a commitment to ongoing learning.

Benefits

• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Flexible and agile working
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Discounted local gym membership
• Free parking