Communications and Engagement Assistant

**Communications and Engagement Coordinator**

**Join Our Story**
Do you want to be part of a successful, dynamic, forward-thinking business?
Do you have a proactive approach and enjoy a fast-paced role?
We are currently seeking a Communications and Engagement Coordinator to join us in our Carlisle office. The role is a full-time position, but we would welcome job share and/or flexible working.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in our Communications and Engagement team, helping to connect our people, projects, and communities.

**About the Role**
As a Communications and Engagement Coordinator, you will support the delivery of engaging internal and external communications, working closely with teams across the business to promote Story Contracting’s values, culture, and achievements. Your responsibilities will include:

- Assisting in the creation and distribution of engaging content for internal communications, newsletters, and social media.
- Supporting the organisation and delivery of social value activities and engagement events and campaigns.
- Managing and updating communication platforms and systems.
- Supporting the production and collation of marketing materials as required.
- Providing administrative support to the Communications and Engagement team, including producing reports, and tracking outcomes.

**What We’re Looking For**
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a keen eye for detail. Key skills and qualities include:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
- A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience of creating content and collateral for internal and external use.
- Experience in a similar role, ready to contribute to the team’s success.

**Benefits**
We are proud to offer a supportive and inclusive workplace where your contributions make a real difference. We provide award-winning training and development opportunities.
You’ll also benefit from:

- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Access to a health cash plan and wellbeing support.
- A flexible approach to working arrangements, including job share options.
- Two paid volunteering days each year

**Why Story Contracting?**
Story Contracting is a privately-owned, award-winning infrastructure company who is financially secure and agile with a wide range of public, private and third sector clients who enjoy working with our talented and committed team. Our track record for delivery on time and to budget, safely and reliably, has meant repeat business from our clients, which is reflected in our motto of ‘Do It Right’
Our values are at the heart of everything we do - the way we work and the behaviours we display. We believe that this is what makes Story Contracting and our people exceptional.
GROUNDED - Everyone is equal at Story. We are down to earth and treat each other with respect.
HARDWORKING - We all pull our weight and work hard for each other.
PROUD - We are proud of our safety, our projects, our people, our clients and the success we create together.
FAMILY - We nurture, train, develop and keep our people safe, just like a family. We are inclusive and do the right thing for the business and its people.
TRUSTED - What we say is what we do. Our clients, our people and our communities trust us to do it right.
WINNERS - We are hungry for success and want to be the best performing contractor for our clients, our people and our communities.

**Every Story Matters**
We are proud to be a place where everyone can be part of the Story.
As part of our pledge to eliminate discrimination and encourage diversity among our Story Team, our ‘Every Story’ policy ensures all employees are a part of a diverse environment and always feel included.
All applicants will receive careful consideration for employment regardless of who you are, where you come from or what you believe in.

Think you’d be a good fit? Successful applicants will be contacted shortly after the closing date.

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