Communications Specialist
📍 Durham area
💰 Circa £32,000
📅 Interviews: w/c 1st June | Start Date: June/July 2026
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Communications Specialist to join a well-established and highly reputable organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.
This is a varied, hands-on and fast-paced role, ideal for someone who can hit the ground running and confidently manage PR, media relations, social media, internal communications and digital content.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting communications activity across multiple sites throughout the North East and Yorkshire region.
The Role
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Write engaging press releases, website content, social media posts and internal communications
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Manage PR activity, including media outreach and relationship building with press contacts
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Conduct interviews with employees, stakeholders and project teams to gather content for PR opportunities and case studies
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Coordinate photography opportunities and media visits on site
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Manage and grow LinkedIn and wider social media activity
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Support website updates and digital content management
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Work closely with internal stakeholders to gain approvals and ensure consistent brand messaging
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Travel to various sites across the North East and Yorkshire as required
About You
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Previous experience within Communications, PR or Marketing
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Strong PR experience is essential, including press release writing and media outreach
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Excellent written communication and content creation skills
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Confident speaking with and interviewing stakeholders to gather information and create engaging content
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Experience managing social media platforms, particularly LinkedIn
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Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
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Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines within a busy environment
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Proactive, adaptable and happy to work independently when required
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Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel is essential
The Opportunity
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Join a respected organisation with an excellent reputation
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Varied and engaging role with real visibility and impact
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Supportive and collaborative working environment
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Excellent opportunity for an experienced Communications professional looking for their next contract opportunity
📅 Interviews will take place w/c 1st June
🚀 Position to start in June/July 2026
If you are an experienced Communications or PR professional looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
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