Job Type:	permanent	Duration:
Category:	Editorial or Writing	Recruiter Reference:	898042
URL for Applications:	Apply Here	Salary:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications Officer to join our team on a permanent basis!

We are currently looking for a Communications Officer who represents our values in being Ambitious, Inclusive and Accountable. They should be committed to empowering our residents and communities and always strive to make a positive difference.

This role will be an integral part of our Communication department. Reporting to the Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Manager, you will support with the delivery of Eastlight’s business strategies and culture, connecting our people and residents to our purpose and mission, by driving engaging internal and external communications.

You will work closely with different business areas across the organisation to provide targeted internal and external campaigns and communications activity, evaluating reach and results, and ensuring effective delivery on key objectives.

An ideal candidate should have the proven experience of producing engaging copy and publishing across various channels, as well as coordinating and delivering occasional engagement events for colleagues and residents, and willing to travel as when required

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who wants to make a difference in the social housing sector.

This role offers a the ability to work in the hybrid fashion, with the expectation of attending the Braintree office at least one day per week.

The Communications Officer must:

Manage and maintain good relations with local media and trade press    
Create engaging campaigns and content across a variety of channels, including social media, which are targeted towards select audiences
Provide expert guidance to senior leaders on managing sensitive internal communications and business transformation
Coordinate internal events and initiatives
Support the design of communication materials to ensure briefs around internal campaigns are clear, engaging and delivered on time
Manage the production and distribution of Eastlight’s weekly ‘News Flash’ and other internal publications
Play a key role in the effective and timely communication of corporate messages through frequent written and verbal briefings and events
Work in partnership with senior managers, negotiating agreement on internal messaging in a complex organisational and political environment.


At Eastlight we support, develop and invest in our people, creating a culture where people love to work and want to succeed.

To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a sector leading total rewards package:

£32,790 annual base salary
Permanent, Full time
Group stakeholder pension plan [employer matches 2X, up to 8%]
Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum- Subject to eligibility
30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Trailblazing family leave [Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay / 6 weeks half pay] – Subject to eligibility
Bupa healthcare cashback plan, life assurance
Formal qualifications and paid professional memberships

There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link to submit your CV and personal statement.

Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway housing association in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.

We own and look after 12,500 social homes in the East of England and plan to build several thousand more. As a Community Gateway Association, our residents can choose to become shareholders and help make key decisions about their homes, services and communities.

Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk.

[Eastlight Community Homes are not currently licenced to provide visa sponsorship].



Application closing date:09/06/2023 by12 noon  (Friday)

Interview date:21/06/2023 (Wednesday)