Senior Communications Officer

Are you a creative communicator who thrives on telling stories that matter? Do you want your work to have a genuine impact on communities, public services and the place people call home?

We're looking for an experienced Senior Communications Officer to join our award-winning communications team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how Blackburn with Darwen Council communicates with residents, businesses, partners and stakeholders across the borough.

From delivering our successful Part of Your Story campaign to supporting major civic events, commemorations and preparations for the Tour de France in 2027, you'll help tell the stories that showcase the people, places and achievements that make Blackburn with Darwen special.

Working across a diverse portfolio, you'll develop and deliver strategic communications campaigns using the Government Communication Service's OASIS model, turning insight into meaningful engagement and measurable outcomes. You'll create compelling content for digital platforms, social media, websites, media relations, email campaigns and paid advertising, ensuring the right message reaches the right audience at the right time.

We're looking for someone who can make complex information accessible, develop creative campaigns that cut through the noise, and produce engaging content including video, photography, graphics and written communications. You'll be confident managing multiple priorities, building strong relationships with colleagues and media contacts, and providing trusted communications advice in a fast-paced environment.

Whether you're an experienced local government communicator or looking to bring your communications expertise into the public sector, this role offers a unique opportunity to work on projects that directly affect people's lives and contribute to the future of the borough.

If you're ready to bring fresh ideas, outstanding storytelling skills and a passion for communications that make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact Charlotte Bradshaw at ***email_hidden***.

Apply now and help tell the stories that shape Blackburn with Darwen's future.