Senior Marketing & Communications Officer

Senior Marketing & Communications Officer

The Science Council is seeking a dynamic Senior Marketing and Communications Officer to join its engagement and policy team. The post-holder will be responsible for leading and executing impactful communications and marketing initiatives with our members and external stakeholders. The role is pivotal in shaping the organisation s voice, enhancing brand visibility, and driving engagement across multiple platforms.

The Science Council is a charity and membership organisation that brings the science professions together and provides professional registration for scientists, science technicians and science teachers. Engaging with member organisations, potential members, science employers, partner organisations and others is central to all our work. The engagement team makes sure that we communicate with them effectively, host events that are relevant to them, have influence on their behalf, and help them improve equity, diversity and inclusion.

Summary of role

Salary: £34-36k

Working hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (we will consider flexible working)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Science Council Offices, London (Hybrid)

Benefits

• 5% employer pension contribution.
• 25 days annual holiday and public holidays, plus Science Council closure days between Christmas and New Year.

The role

This is a great opportunity to make your mark on delivering the Science Council s strategy, using the full range of your marketing and communications skills.

We are looking for a strategic thinker who focuses on hands-on execution, can multitask effectively, and is passionate about delivering results.

Reporting to the Head of Engagement & Policy, you will be:

• Implementing the marketing and communications strategy
• Building and maintaining relationships with marketing and communications contacts at members' organisations to collaborate on activities
• Leading the creation of high-quality content for the website, newsletters, case studies, and our social media channels
• Oversee brand and key messaging
• Provide design support to teams and produce new materials for external communications
• Oversee the development of our new website and manage our social media channels to increase following and engagement

For full role responsibilities and person specification, please download the JD/PS.

As a member of the Science Council team, you will provide excellent customer service, work with and support colleagues across the organisation, promote and uphold professional standards, and demonstrate exemplary commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

In return, you will be welcomed into a friendly and dedicated team of staff and volunteers. You will be provided with the support, training and development you need to do your job. You will benefit from a flexible and inclusive approach to work.

How to apply

Please submit both a succinct CV (maximum 3 pages) and a personal statement (maximum 2 pages) that explains how you meet the essential criteria that are labelled as being assessed at the application stage. Apply via our portal by 17th November at 9am.

Interviews to be held 2nd December onsite at Science Council Offices, London.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK, and documentary evidence will be requested at the interview stage.

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