External Communications Manager
Wakefield Council
Location: Wakefield One, Burton St, Wakefield WF1 2EB
Salary: £41,511.00 - £44,711.00, Grade 10
Hybrid working
Package
A competitive salary
Generous annual leave entitlement
Access to an occupational pension scheme
A range of employee benefits including; public transport and gym memberships discount
Contractual hours: 37
Full time
Permanent
Job reference: 241539
Closing date: 26 January 2025
Job Specification and Supporting Information
PR2901-External Communications Manager.pdf
New Year, new opportunity!
Are you looking for a fresh challenge in 2024? Wakefield Council is hiring an External Communications Manager to join our newly established External Communications team. This is your chance to help shape the future of our communications strategy and play a key role in promoting the work that makes Wakefield a great place to live, work, and visit.
In this exciting role, you’ll:
lead and deliver creative, high-impact communications campaigns
shape and manage Wakefield’s external reputation
work alongside a dynamic, forward-thinking team to promote key services and initiatives
advise senior leaders and political figures with expert communications support.
What we’re looking for:
a strong background in PR, media, and marketing, ideally in a large organisation
a passion for creative communications and storytelling
the ability to work independently and adapt to fast-changing priorities
experience in advising senior leaders and working across teams to achieve goals.
Why Wakefield Council?
Wakefield is famous for sculpture, art and culture. As well as rhubarb. A place of funky food festivals, historic castles, and rugby league. And a proud industrial heritage based on coal, iron and farming.
We’ve lots of great stories to tell and communities to celebrate.
We’re also tackling some big challenges. Rising demand for our children and adult services, and the impact of inflation are just some of the pressures we’re working with.
All this presents really exciting opportunities for someone who’s truly passionate about delivering great communications. That make a difference. We’re looking for a highly experienced PR, media and marketing expert to join our newly established External Communications function.
What’s in it for you:
you’ll join our award-winning Communications team
exciting, fresh role in a newly established team
great work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options
generous benefits including annual leave, healthcare, and gym membership discounts
a focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do.
The important details:
Grade 10 (£41,511.00 - £44,711.00)
Full time, permanent role.
Closing date: 26/01/2025.
Ready for something new in 2024? Apply now and be part of a team that’s shaping Wakefield’s future!
For more information, contact Helen Pidcock, Senior External Communications Manager, at 07889 103231.
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