Communications & Marketing Officer

Are you creative with a passion for marketing and communications? Can you tell stories that will demonstrate our impact and encourage people to get involved? We’re seeking a Communications & Marketing Officer to join our team!

For more information, follow the links to: Nymans and Standen House & Garden .

15 hours per week, with scope for additional hours

Start date as soon as possible after Monday 19 th June 2023.

Interviews: Thursday 1 June 2023.

This is a fixed term contract due to end when the previous employee returns from maternity leave. At this point we cannot confirm exactly how long this contract will last, but it is unlikely to be more than 12 months.

What it's like to work here:The Nymans and Standen portfolio is one of the busiest in the National Trust, attracting nearly 550,000 visitors each year. Nymans has a little bit of everything; a beautiful garden, woods, countryside, house and even a romantic ruin, a place where there is always something happening. Standen is an arts and crafts family home set in a beautiful hillside garden. The strong arts and crafts offering includes varied exhibitions, a modern arts programme and collaborations with local artists.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive team in an ever-growing portfolio, where no two days are the same.

You’ll be supported by the Senior Communications and Marketing Officer and the Trust’s wider regional marketing team.

There will be opportunity to explore hybrid working arrangements at interview. Normally travel to properties is needed one day every other week.

What you'll be doing:You’ll have responsibility for our social media marketing channels: Facebook, Instagram and Twitter where you’ll share captivating stories from across the portfolio. You’ll contribute to day-to-day marketing & communications activity, from making changes to our websites and writing engaging copy, to working on our seasonal campaigns and assisting in the production of printed marketing materials.

Who we're looking forWe’re looking for someone who has:

• Relevant experience in marketing and/or communications
• Good eye for design and presentation, with an understanding of brand management
• Experience of creating, using and editing content across different channels (web, social media, PR, email)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of information
• Good team player and able to build positive relationships
• Well organised and able to manage multiple pieces of work in order to meet deadlines
• A passion for nature, heritage and sustainability

Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert. 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.

The packageThe 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

• Perks at work discounts i.e. 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 locations

• Independent financial advice