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Communications Specialist

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Posted on Jun 2, 2026 by CV-Library
Durham, County Durham, United Kingdom
Marketing
Immediate Start
£32k - £42k Annual
Contract/Project
Communications Specialist

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and motivated Communications Specialist to join their Corporate Affairs team.

This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to work across both internal and external communications within a fast-paced, project-led environment in the construction sector.

🔧 The Role

In this role, you will take responsibility for delivering high-quality communications content and PR activity across multiple channels and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

* Working with internal teams to generate ideas and plan communications activity

* Writing and producing engaging content for press releases, social media, internal communications and website updates

* Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to obtain approvals and ensure accuracy

* Organising PR opportunities and supporting media activity on live construction sites

* Visiting sites across the North East and Yorkshire to capture content and support PR delivery

* Managing and coordinating LinkedIn and wider social media activity

* Supporting media monitoring activity and tracking coverage and campaign performance

* Ensuring consistent application of brand guidelines across all communications

* Supporting website content updates and uploads via CMS platforms (Umbraco)

👤 About You

The successful candidate will bring:

* Minimum 5 years’ experience in communications, PR or marketing

* Strong written communication and content creation skills

* Experience working with multiple stakeholders at different levels

* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload

* Experience producing content for social media, press and internal communications

* Confident using LinkedIn as part of a communications strategy

* Good understanding of Microsoft Office packages

* A proactive, professional and detail-focused approach

A full UK driving licence is essential, along with willingness to travel across regional sites.

Experience within the construction sector is desirable but not essential.

⭐ What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

* Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities

* A strong communicator with excellent attention to detail

* Confident working both independently and as part of a team

* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environment

* Proactive, adaptable and able to take initiative

📅 Additional Information

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive communications function within a well-established organisation, working on meaningful, real-world projects with visible impact

Reference: 225190109

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CV-Library

Communications Specialist

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 2, 2026 by CV-Library

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Durham, County Durham, United Kingdom
Marketing
Immediate Start
£32k - £42k Annual
Contract/Project
Communications Specialist

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and motivated Communications Specialist to join their Corporate Affairs team.

This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to work across both internal and external communications within a fast-paced, project-led environment in the construction sector.

🔧 The Role

In this role, you will take responsibility for delivering high-quality communications content and PR activity across multiple channels and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

* Working with internal teams to generate ideas and plan communications activity

* Writing and producing engaging content for press releases, social media, internal communications and website updates

* Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to obtain approvals and ensure accuracy

* Organising PR opportunities and supporting media activity on live construction sites

* Visiting sites across the North East and Yorkshire to capture content and support PR delivery

* Managing and coordinating LinkedIn and wider social media activity

* Supporting media monitoring activity and tracking coverage and campaign performance

* Ensuring consistent application of brand guidelines across all communications

* Supporting website content updates and uploads via CMS platforms (Umbraco)

👤 About You

The successful candidate will bring:

* Minimum 5 years’ experience in communications, PR or marketing

* Strong written communication and content creation skills

* Experience working with multiple stakeholders at different levels

* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload

* Experience producing content for social media, press and internal communications

* Confident using LinkedIn as part of a communications strategy

* Good understanding of Microsoft Office packages

* A proactive, professional and detail-focused approach

A full UK driving licence is essential, along with willingness to travel across regional sites.

Experience within the construction sector is desirable but not essential.

⭐ What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

* Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities

* A strong communicator with excellent attention to detail

* Confident working both independently and as part of a team

* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environment

* Proactive, adaptable and able to take initiative

📅 Additional Information

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive communications function within a well-established organisation, working on meaningful, real-world projects with visible impact
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Reference: 225190109

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