Communications Specialist - 12 month FTC

Communications Specialist (12 Month FTC – Maternity Cover)
&#(phone number removed); Durham area
&#(phone number removed); Circa £32,000
&#(phone number removed); 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.

• Write engaging press releases, website content, social media posts and internal communications

• Manage PR activity, including media outreach and relationship building with press contacts

• Conduct interviews with employees, stakeholders and project teams to gather content for PR opportunities and case studies

• Coordinate photography opportunities and media visits on site

• Manage and grow LinkedIn and wider social media activity

• Support website updates and digital content management

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to gain approvals and ensure consistent brand messaging

• Travel to various sites across the North East and Yorkshire as required

• Previous experience within Communications, PR or Marketing 

• Strong PR experience is essential, including press release writing and media outreach

• Excellent written communication and content creation skills

• Confident speaking with and interviewing stakeholders to gather information and create engaging content

• Experience managing social media platforms, particularly LinkedIn

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines within a busy environment

• Proactive, adaptable and happy to work independently when required

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel is essential

• Join a respected organisation with an excellent reputation

• Varied and engaging role with real visibility and impact

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

• Excellent opportunity for an experienced Communications professional looking for their next contract opportunity

&#(phone number removed); Interviews will take place w/c 1st June
&#(phone number removed); 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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