Salary & Grade
Salary: £55,323 – £57,402 pa inclusive
Grade: 13
Contract: Fixed-term contract and/or secondment opportunity for Ealing Council employees – 18 months (0.6 FTE)
Role Overview
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone motivated by purpose and impact. The role leads communications for a supportive, learning-focused team working on a programme that uses research and collaboration to help local authorities tackle health inequalities. It offers a great balance of strategic thinking and hands‑on delivery, with the chance to shape messaging, build partnerships, and deliver both internal and external communications. No two days are the same, with plenty of scope to try new approaches and develop creative ways to engage audiences. The position is highly autonomous and backed by a passionate, collaborative team that places a high level of trust on the lead.
Responsibilities
- Lead communications for a supportive, learning-focused team working on a programme that uses research and collaboration to help local authorities tackle health inequalities.
- Shape messaging, build partnerships, and deliver both internal and external communications.
- Try new approaches and develop creative ways to engage audiences.
- Operate autonomously within a highly collaborative environment, delivering high‑quality outcomes.
Qualifications & Skills
- Proven track record in delivering strategic communication and creating high‑impact assets.
- Excellent collaborative and decision‑making skills.
- Ability to balance autonomy with teamwork to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
- Commitment to using communications as a tool for driving engagement and equity.
Working Conditions
Currently, the majority of staff work hybrid – 2 days a week required in Perceval House and 1 day from home (this may change depending on the needs of the collaboration and council).
This post is subject to Ealing’s enhanced vetting process.
Application
If you would like to have a conversation, please email HDRC@ealing.gov.uk with “Comms Lead” in the subject heading.
For more information see: Home – Evidence & Learning for Health.
The position is for a fixed period of 18 months. External applicants will be offered a fixed‑term contract and existing Ealing Council employees will be offered the opportunity of a secondment. Ealing Council employees must ensure that a secondment release form is signed by their line manager before applying and emailed to Recruitment@ealing.gov.uk by the application closing date.
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