Senior Communications Officer (Grade L)
London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Role
Who You Are
You are a skilled communicator with a strategic mindset and a comprehensive understanding of local government. You possess the ability to anticipate and address emerging issues while aligning communication activities with council priorities and corporate objectives. Your experience in media relations and crisis management allows you to maintain and enhance the council's reputation effectively.
What the job involves
This role requires developing and implementing communication strategies that deliver tangible outcomes. You will manage media and public relations, including drafting press releases and handling crisis communications. You will translate complex policies into accessible messages and create engaging content in line with council guidelines. Managing multiple projects and leading a communication team will also be integral to your role, providing both strategic advice and mentorship.
Skills
- Strategic communication
- Media and public relations
- Sector understanding
- Content creation
- Project management
- Leadership and mentoring