Communications Lead Adults and Wellbeing
Location Trafford Town Hall, Talbot Road, Trafford Manchester M32 0THSalary range Band 9. Starting salary £44,075 (Salary range £44,075 to £47,181)Trafford Council is a Living Wage Employer
Working Pattern Full timeWorking hours 36.25
Contract type Permanent
Application deadline 23 January 2026Interview type In person
About the roleAre you looking for a job where you get to experience something new every day? Keen to really make a difference to the people of Trafford? Then we want to hear from you.We are recruiting for a key role to help us communicate and engage with our audiences in the directorate of Adults and Wellbeing. You’ll be part of a small but high-profile team, working in a fast-paced environment which is the beating heart of the Council’s efforts to share critical information to our residents, businesses and partners.
About youYou will be a highly motivated and organised worker, with specialist knowledge of communications. You will have an excellent ability to manage multiple projects, with at least three years’ experience of writing, implementing and evaluating communications plans and campaigns.You will have flair for developing and delivering communications materials across traditional and digital media, as well as good working knowledge of social media. You will be able to turn complex facts and data into easy-to-read information for a variety of audiences.Experience is key for these roles, so you will have delivered communications plans across multiple channels, as well as working collaboratively with partners and in a demanding high profile team.You will have strong copywriting skills, an ability to provide advice on the right communications approach to a range of stakeholders and senior leaders, as well as being able to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise. You will also have effective presentation and written skills, and the ability to adapt your style to meet the needs of the audience.
About usTrafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors have a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford’s huge potential.
Our vision: Trafford where all our residents, businesses and communities thrive.
Trafford is a lively, prosperous place to put down roots and build a career. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.
Additional InformationPlease note the advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications so, please do not delay in submitting your application.
Flexibility will be required to work outside core hours as evening meetings need to be covered sometimes. You will have flexibility in terms of working at home and in the office.
Contact Details
For an informal discussion, or to find out more about the role, please email or call Martin Dillon, Head of Communications and Marketing, telephone 07739 857025 or email martin.dillon@trafford.gov.ukAbout the benefitsYou will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.
To learn more about Trafford as a place to work visit and to view more about our awards and benefits please visit: Trafford - Benefits | www.inploi.com (greater.jobs)
If you are applying under the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme then you need to show that you meet the essential requirements of the job as set out in the ‘About You’ section of the role profile. You may be given the opportunity to demonstrate your skills, talent and abilities at an interview or other form of assessment.
OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment - greater.jobs | www.inploi.com
For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licensed sponsor and we won't be able to support with your work visa.
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