Communications Officer
Contract Communications Officer
London (Some flexibility with remote working)
12 Month Contract (Initially)
£55-60 per hour
OUTSIDE IR35
MUST HOLD AN ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE
A defence client is seeking a dynamic Communications Officer to join their team and help drive their mission forward. This role is ideal for a communications professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys working across diverse teams, and is comfortable operating within the defence and innovation ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
Lead and support the coordination and delivery of high-profile program events, working closely with internal teams and an external events agency.
Manage media relations, including drafting pitches, preparing senior leadership briefings, coordinating with NATO colleagues, and overseeing the Press inbox.
Produce high-quality communications materials such as presentations, speaking notes, social media posts, and website content.
Provide day-to-day communications support across the programme, including content drafting, messaging, document formatting, and strategic advice.
Contribute to additional communications and event activities as required.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
We're looking for someone with:
A minimum of 5 years' experience in communications, public relations, media relations, or events management.
At least 2 years' experience coordinating and delivering events within the defence sector or involving defence stakeholders.
At least 2 years' experience in media relations, including outreach strategies, pitch development, senior leadership briefings, and media inquiry management.
Desirable Skills
Experience in complementary communications areas such as graphic design, content or brand management, social media production, or internal communications.
Due to the nature of the role, this client requires an active SC to start. Interview to be held W/C 15th of December.
If you're interested, apply to the link for consideration!
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