AtBath &North-East Somerset Council wehave one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.
We're looking for an experienced communications professional to join our team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys tackling complex issues, building strong relationships and delivering successful communications. You'll play a key role in shaping how the council communicates, with specific focus on a range of high-profile transport projects.
About the Role
You'll lead strategic communications and engagement, help us communicate complex information to our residents in clear, accessible and compelling ways.
The role includes supporting public engagement and consultation, managing stakeholder relationships and advising on sometimes sensitive issues. You'll also line manage a communications officer and help shape the work of a wider communications team. A significant part of the portfolio relates to transport and infrastructure programmes.
About the Team
You'll join a supportive and ambitious team where communications is valued as a strategic function. This is an opportunity to work on issues that matter to local communities, influence important projects and help shape public understanding of the council's work.
About You
If you're an experienced communications professional looking for a varied, rewarding role where your skills can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what's involved, please contact Jane Williams, Corporate Communications Manager by email : [email protected]
Interview date: 16/09/2026
No Agencies Please.
Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
- Please note: Bath & North East Somerset Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council's at-risk register (redeployee). This means that should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role, they will be considered ahead of external applicants.
