Head of Media and Communications - Media and Communications Department - Head Office
Posted 2 days 13 hours ago by USDAW
Head of Media and Communications - Media and Communications Department - Head Office (Ref: 900)
Deadline: Noon on 20 March 2025.
Salary: £72,804 pa
Location: Head Office, Salford Quays, M50 3XZ
The Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers is one of the UK's largest trade unions.
A vacancy exists for Head of Media and Communications based at the Union's Head Office.
There are no set hours for this position. The postholder will be expected to be adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of the job, which will include working outside of normal office hours and travelling to any part of the UK which may involve overnights at short notice.
The postholder must possess a valid driving licence and reside within 50 miles of Head Office.
What we Offer:
- Defined contribution pension.
- Generous holiday entitlement - 24 days rising to 32 days plus bank and customary holidays (pro-rata to commencing month in holiday year and number of days a week worked).
- Free onsite parking, subject to availability.
- Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to passing probation and length of contract).
- Free health assessments (post probation).
The principal duties are: to manage and direct the work of the Department in order to ensure the provision of a full and comprehensive media and communications service to the Union.
The successful applicant will possess: a degree in a relevant area or equivalent relevant experience; a comprehensive understanding and experience of staff management, training and development; knowledge of contract management, procurement and purchasing of goods and services; knowledge of event management and co-ordination; commercial awareness and budget/cost management know how; the ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and possess well-developed planning and organisational skills.
An application pack can be downloaded from here by clicking on the 'apply' button. Alternatively, please e-mail or telephone the HR Section on , quoting Ref: 900.
The closing date is noon on Thursday, 20 March 2025.
CVs are not accepted. No agencies please.
Usdaw is an Equal Opportunities Employer.