Campaign Manager North East Hanham

15 Jan 2026

Working For: Bath, North East Somerset & Hanham Liberal Democrats

Location: Bath

Salary: £29,000 £ 35,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)

Length of Contract: Until May 2027

Lead campaigning in one of the Lib Dems most successful local parties. We hold a significant majority on Bath & North East Somerset Council (with 39 councillors) and the MP for Bath. We are seeking a manager to lead our operation through to the May 2027 local elections, to defend our Council majority and build campaign capacity.

Required

• Managing a team of three Campaign Assistants and many volunteers, you will oversee the strategy, literature, and ground campaign required to keep us winning.
• Experience supervising staff and motivating volunteer teams
• Ability to design high-quality literature and write persuasive copy that wins votes
• Ability to manage complex projects/budgets in a fast-paced political environment
• Driven to deliver electoral success

• Campaign Management:
  Implement the plan agreed with the Campaign Team;
  Organise canvassing teams, delivery networks, and clerical sessions;
  Ensure literature is designed, printed, and delivered on time;
  Use our database to target voters effectively and report on progress.
• Staff & Volunteer Leadership:
  Supervise junior staff, provide day-to-day direction, training, and support;
  Recruit, train, and retain a diverse team of volunteers;
  Be the main point of contact for councillors and activists;
  Organise regular action days and social events to build team spirit and momentum.
• Comms & Design:
  Design high-quality leaflets, letters, and tabloids using publishing software;
  Draft compelling copy that translates complex local issues into persuasive messages for voters;
  Oversee digital channels, ensuring our social media and websites align with wider campaign strategy.
• Stakeholder Management:
  Work closely with Council Group leadership, MP for Bath, and PPC for NES&H;
  Assist with local fundraising efforts.

Essential

• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple projects at once
• Experience supervising staff or leading volunteer teams
• Excellent written English and strong proofreading skills
• Competence with MS Office and standard software
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Sympathy with the aims and values of Lib Dems

Desirable

• Experience with Affinity Publisher, Adobe InDesign, or similar
• Previous political campaigning (staff or voluntary)
• Familiarity with Lib Dem software

Closing Date: 28 February 2026

We will review applications as they are received and may appoint before the closing date.

Please send a covering letter and CV, clearly outlining your suitability for the role in relation to the description above, to . If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Please note: We will not be able to employ you if you are not eligible to work in the UK. We will not be able to obtain a work permit on your behalf.

The Liberal Democrats are equal opportunity employers and particularly welcome applications from groups who are currently under-represented in our staff.