Communications and Engagement Manager
| Posting date: | 22 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 January 2026 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9430-25-0749 |
Summary
Communications and Engagement Develop and design integrated communications plans to assist with delivery of Trust campaigns Present communications on complex issues Trust-wide Ensure all communications are aligned to the Trusts communications strategy and its objectives Ensure effective timetabling of change communications for maximum impact and avoidance of confusion and duplication. Curate digital content, including updating the website using a WordPress Content Management System (CMS) Use a range of software for research, analysis, creation of reports, publications, presentations, online communications, social media, offline channels etc. Public relations/Social Media Liaise with press and media, including developing media releases, hosting media briefings, and deciding how to respond to media issues on sensitive or complex issues Facilitate media and VIP activity on site Identify positive stories about the Trust and sell-in to the media/share on social media Proactively build relationships with journalists locally and regionally. Stakeholder management Build relationships with key stakeholders and partners across the region Share good news stories, best practice and encourage skill development Position the Trust as a leader in healthcare communications locally. Branding Oversee all briefings to in-house creative resource, ensuring requests are managed appropriately and prioritised based on organisational need Ensure all materials published are in-line with corporate Trust brand guidelines Reguarly review Trust brand guidelines to ensure they are relevant and meet the organisations requirements Work with external suppliers to commission and deliver campaign designs and materials where appropriate. Planning, organisational and leadership skills Responsible for developing and implementing project plans in line with the strategic direction, and making recommendations for changes which may improve programme outcomes Prioritise workload and manage frequently changing priorities Co-ordinate the input of a variety of partners Mentor members of the team to support their personal and professional development Hold a delegated budget for communication projects and events as required. Please refer to the job description for further details.