Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week, we are open to considering job share arrangements for this position Location: London Coliseum/Greater Manchester, we are open to considering candidates based in either location for this position We're looking for a creative and driven Communications Officer to join our Communications team and help tell the next chapter of our story. This is a varied and exciting role where no two days are the same. From media relations and press nights to intranet content and campaign delivery, this is a brilliant opportunity to build broad communications experience and develop new skills whilst working for a leading arts organisation. If you're an excellent communicator with strong writing skills, a sharp eye for detail and a collaborative mindset, we'd love to hear from you. Please see our recruitment pack for full details of the role. Application deadline: 10am, Monday 1 June 2026 1st Interviews: w/c 22 June 2026 2nd Interviews: w/c 29 June 2026 Reasonable adjustments: If you require any reasonable adjustments for the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, we particularly encourage potential candidates from underrepresented groups and communities to apply, including those from global majority backgrounds and/or with protected characteristics, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religion and belief. We will provide appropriate support for candidates with access requirements if they identify as disabled. This includes during the application process and through candidate assessment stages. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences Please apply via our careers site. 1st Interviews: w/c 22 June 2026 2nd Interviews: w/c 29 June 2026 If you require any reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please contact [email protected]Job Summary
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Job Requirements
- Ability to organise workload effectively and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proactive, motivated and able to work independently when required
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Confident using digital tools and platforms for communication and content management
- Proactive, positive approach to problem-solving
- Minimum of two years' experience in a communications or press officer role
- Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
- Proven experience working on high-profile press and communications campaigns
- Familiarity with press office environments and the ability to deal confidently and diplomatically with all levels of the media
- Ability to build rapport and collaborate with colleagues at all levels
- Digitally savvy with proficiency in Microsoft OfficeUseful Links
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