Senior Communications & Marketing Officer - Ripon

Working Pattern: You will work 37.5 hours per week and participate in the weekday Duty Management rota. The role also includes approximately 15 weekend and Bank Holiday working days per year, and occasional evenings., You'll work alongside other senior colleagues to develop key messages and themes, sharing them through a range of communication channels. You'll look for fresh, creative ways to bring the stories of National Trust places in your area to life and help visitors connect with the work we do to protect nature, beauty and history. This is a varied and dynamic role, where you'll work at pace with a wide range of people, teams and sites, ensuring no two days are the same. You'll promote events and the distinctive stories of some very different places, while also taking part in our duty management rota.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• practical experience in a communications and marketing role, with an understanding of communication and marketing techniques across different media, and how channels can be used individually and together to achieve objectives
• experience of developing and implementing marketing tools and communications plans
• knowledge of relevant legislation, marketing codes, data protection, copyright and model release
• a proven track record in creating, using and editing content in different channels (web, social media, PR, email)
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• the ability to spot potential risks to reputation and escalate them accordingly
• excellent interpersonal and networking skills, with the ability to influence, advise and negotiate at all levels within the organisation, and with external agencies
• well organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and varying pressures to meet measurable targets and deadlines
  
  Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal is one of 1273 sites globally recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Nidderdale National Landscape, and close to the city of Ripon, the estate is iconic in the North of England. This is a unique place made of two moments in history. Where medieval strength blends with 18th century eccentricity to create a landscape full of secrets, curiosities and breathtaking views., The National Trust is committed to promoting and preserving those places of natural beauty and historic interest for which it has the privilege to be responsible for the benefit of the nation, for everyone for ever.
The Trust is proud of what has been achieved over the last 126 years and is determined to maintain those high standards of conservation, stewardship and curatorial care for which it has been recognised throughout the world. Its achievements have enabled the general public and the Trust's members and visitors to enjoy and appreciate the countryside, coastline, gardens, historic buildings and collections, all of which encapsulate so much of the history of England, Wales and Northern Ireland. There is a duty to tell that history in a complete, balanced and accurate way, and without judgement. The National Trust continues as a guardian of the past, and for the future, to uphold its duty to maintain and enhance what has been entrusted to its care.

The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places