Summary
We're looking for an experienced internal communications professional who can plan and deliver innovative communication approaches on a range of initiatives to support the National Trust cause of Nature, Beauty and History For Everyone, For Ever.
This is a fixed-term contract opportunity to cover an internal secondment, for a period of up to 12 months.
What it's like to work here
While many of our team are based around our national offices in Swindon and spend time working there, we're a national network who do much of our teamwork virtually and connect with people all over the Trust.
Your contractual location will be our head office in and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview.
What you'll be doing
You'll be planning, creating and delivering communications for staff and volunteers across a number of areas of the National Trust's work.
You'll report to a senior internal communications manager who shapes the strategic internal communications approach for the areas you're working on, and be part of an internal communications professional network that includes our national team and regional consultants.
You'll also work with colleagues in our broader Communications & Marketing team and senior stakeholders in the organisation.
Who we're looking for
You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what is possible in this role. For this position we're looking for someone who:
- Has knowledge of effectively internally communicating in a large, complex organisation
- Understands how to create and deliver compelling and engaging ‘cut through' internal communications to different audiences and is able to identify, craft and deliver key messages, narratives and information in succinct and engaging ways.
- Has experience of providing support and advice to a wide range of stakeholders, including senior management. Has the gravitas and experience to give credible advice and inspire confidence at all levels and can provide compelling and well thought-out solutions to complex problems.
- Is able to cultivate and maintain good working relationships and manage demanding and challenging clients
- Has strong technical knowledge of key communication channels and content and shows high levels of creativity when working at both a strategic and tactical level
We're seeking an experienced internal communications professional who can quickly immerse themselves and start delivering on a number of fronts. You'll also be someone with an inquisitive spirit and creative mind.
The package
The 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)
- Tax-free childcare scheme
- 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
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