Senior Communications

1 day ago

Ashbourne DE HT, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

**Important notice**

In line with our redeployment policy, we'll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.

We're looking for a Senior Communications and Marketing Officer. You'll work across 2 properties The Children's Country House and Kedleston Hall to plan and lead our communications and marketing.

This is a fixed term contract due to end when the postholder returns to the role. At this point we cannot confirm exactly how long this contract will last, but it is unlikely to be more than 12 months.

What it's like to work here:Sudbury Hall, the country home of the Lords Vernon, offers a delight of 17th-century craftsmanship, featuring exquisite plasterwork, wood carvings and classical story-based murals.

The Museum of Childhood is a delight for all ages with something for everyone. Children can discover something new, or relive nostalgic memories by exploring the childhoods of times gone by, make stories, play with toys and share your childhood with others.

Click here for more information about this location

What you'll be doing:You'll work alongside other senior colleagues to develop messages and themes, and share them through various communications channels. You'll be looking for fresh creative ideas for how to bring to life the stories of National Trust places in your area, and how to talk to visitors about the work we do to protect nature, beauty and history here. This is a varied and dynamic role, so you'll be working at pace and with many diverse people and sites. No two days will be the same. You'll be promoting events and the distinctive themes of some very different places, as well as joining our duty management rota.

Who we're looking forApplications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below:

  • understanding of strategic planning and delivery of communications and marketing
  • skilled in content creation and channel management
  • knowledge of audience insight and engagement
  • ability to manage stakeholder and media relations
  • understanding of project and time management

Additional criteria for all other applicants:

  • good at absorbing information quickly, and generating written content and imagery
  • a skilled proof-reader
  • skilled at both written and spoken communications

The packageThe National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

  • Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

  • Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

  • Rental deposit loan scheme

  • Season ticket loan

  • EV car lease scheme

  • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

  • Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

  • Flexible working whenever possible

  • Employee assistance programme

  • Free parking at most Trust places

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Fixed Term f/t (37.5 hrs pw to 06/11/26)

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