A unique opportunity to shape partnerships, drive income, and help tell Sheffield’s story.
Sheffield City Council is seeking a proactive, people‑focused Advertising and Sponsorship Officer to join our Communications Team on a 12‑month interim contract. This is a varied, self‑driven role that blends stakeholder management, sales, marketing, policy, relationship‑building and strategic thinking, offering the chance to create real impact across our city.
Why Sheffield?
Sheffield is a vibrant, green and diverse city with a proud heritage and an ambitious future. With more trees per person than any UK city, thriving culture, world‑class outdoor spaces nearby, and a warm community spirit, Sheffield is an inspiring place to live, work and grow. We value collaboration, innovation and fairness. We’re looking for someone who shares those values.
About the role
As Advertising and Sponsorship Officer, you’ll generate revenue across a unique estate. Multiple platforms including our website, intranet, social media, bulk email, outdoor media, publications and filming opportunities. You’ll build strong internal and external relationships, identify new commercial opportunities, and ensure activity aligns with policy, procurement and Council priorities.
The role combines daily relationship management with longer‑term planning and strategy. You’ll thrive here if you enjoy autonomy, variety and turning opportunities into results.
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who is motivated, confident working with stakeholders at all levels, and excited by finding and delivering new revenue opportunities. Key strengths include:
Core skills and attributes
Experience and knowledge
What you’ll be doing
This is a politically restricted post.
Why join us?
You’ll join a collaborative, innovative and supportive Communications Team committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. This is a chance to help grow partnerships, strengthen the Council’s long‑term income and shape the way Sheffield connects with its communities and partners.
How to Apply: If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you have the skills, knowledge and passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!
Important – please read the Applicant Guidance Attachment and the Job Description before applying.
We use a values-based scoring system for applications which is based upon evidence you give us of your skills and experience. You will need to provide information against the minimum essential requirements section where it says Assessment Method Application Form next to it.Applications are made online by clicking the Apply Online Button.
We are investing in our workforce and are promoting opportunities to our under-represented groups. We value equality, diversity and inclusion and are focused on increasing the diversity of our workforce, particularly the number of Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled and LGBTQ+ people, so that our teams reflect the communities in the city we serve.
Under the Disability Confident Scheme, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
Flexible working and salary
We are investing in our workforce and are promoting opportunities to our under-represented groups. We value equality, diversity and inclusion and are focused on increasing the diversity of our workforce, particularly the number of Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled and LGBTQ+ people, so that our teams reflect the communities in the city we serve. We are also supporting staff with unpaid caring responsibilities to work flexibly.
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