Job Summary
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a highly organised and confident Communications Officer with excellent project planning and communications skills to support the Communications and Engagement team.
The role involves working within a dynamic team of over 20 professionals, requiring creativity, analytical ability, and strong communication expertise. The position is ideal for someone passionate about understanding diverse audiences and delivering engaging and impactful projects, campaigns, and events.
To succeed, the candidate must be curious, collaborative, and tenacious, capable of inspiring confidence and building strong relationships across all levels. This position reports directly to the Associate Director (Planning and Development) and works closely with the Strategic Communications Team and project leads within the Engagement and Experience Division.
- Employer: Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
- Job Title: Communications Officer
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Salary: £46,419 to £55,046 per year
- Job Type: Full-time
- Application Closing Date: 10 November 2025
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Communications Officer (Projects) will assist in planning and managing projects, programmes, campaigns, and events to support the Trust’s communications and engagement strategy. Key duties include:
Tracking the progress of projects, programmes, and campaigns
Supporting team budget management and procurement
Drafting, editing, and designing communications materials, including training content, marketing collateral, and social media posts
Organising engagement events and supporting training workshops
Conducting research and gathering audience insights
Designing templates and guidance to improve communications across the organisation
Coordinating and supporting projects through design, testing, reporting, and evaluation
Developing project management plans and supporting integrated communications delivery
The post holder will also manage systems and processes to support divisional activities, including event coordination, diary management, budgeting, and database maintenance.
About Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
At Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, professionals work alongside leading clinicians to push boundaries in patient care and innovation. The Trust fosters an environment that reflects its values: expert, kind, collaborative, and aspirational.
Benefits include:
Career development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements
Wellbeing and staff recognition schemes
Optional benefits such as Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loans, and on-site leisure memberships
The Trust is committed to equal opportunities and improving staff work-life balance. Applications for flexible working, part-time roles, or job shares are welcomed.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Project management qualification or equivalent experience
Desirable:
Relevant professional qualifications
Experience
Essential:
Proven ability to manage projects, programmes, and campaigns across large organisations
Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
Understanding of technology to support project management and planning
Ability to interpret complex and sensitive information and develop effective solutions
Desirable:
Market research and data analysis skills
Strong design capabilities
Communications Experience
Essential:
Proven ability to create effective, tailored content for diverse audiences
Experience supporting integrated communications and marketing projects
Background in organising events and engagement workshops
Knowledge of digital tools for communication, analytics, and evaluation
Experience in specialist communications and engagement roles
Desirable:
NHS or private healthcare experience
Experience commissioning content creation or production
Account management or CRM system experience
Skills and Knowledge
Essential:
Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, Planner, and Copilot
Familiar with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Skilled in planning and project management tools
Desirable:
Familiarity with Power BI and database management tools
Strong design skills
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check:
This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS submission to verify previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship:
Applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Applicants must comply with UK Visas and Immigration requirements, including providing criminal record certificates from countries of residence exceeding 12 months in the past 10 years.
How to Apply
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