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Communications and Marketing Manager
Location: Lewes
Salary: Scale SCP: 13 - 17 (starting at £28,163 pa pro-rata) Plus Generous Local Government Average Salary Pension Scheme
Part time – 16 hours per week - 1 year fixed term contract (maternity cover)
Do you have experience in public engagement? Do you have a flexible and positive approach to work and a ‘can do' attitude? Could you develop and deliver innovative and impactful marketing campaigns? This could be the job for you.
The Role
The Town Council is seeking an experienced communications and marketing specialist to lead its internal and external communications, driving engagement and enhancing public awareness of the council's work and Lewes town. With a broad remit, no two days are alike. You'll oversee their website, social media and public relations while advising other teams on communications strategy. You might be supporting major council initiatives and public consultations one day, and the next, working on council-led public events such as heritage celebrations and writing press statements on key service updates. Working with the Town Clerk, council officers and external partners, you will drive messaging that effective across multiple platforms.
They are looking for a proactive and strategic communicator with strong writing, marketing, and digital expertise. You should have experience delivering impactful campaigns, managing press relations, and engaging diverse audiences across various channels. Organisational skills, creativity, and a keen eye for details will be essential in ensuring the council's messaging is clear, accessible and effective.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Council, please do not hesitate to apply.
Applications must be received by 11pm on Sunday, 15 June 2025
Interviews will be held week commencing 23 June 2025.
Please Note - Applicants will be asked to provide the details of two employer references to be successful in gaining the position. The job offer will be subject to satisfactory references.
