Strategic Communications Officer

Overview

We are looking for a Strategic Communications Officer to join the BMA's small and busy strategic communications team on a part time contract (24 hours per week). The successful candidate will help to ensure a cohesive and coordinated approach to communications and the role will involve scoping, planning and managing projects, including events, as well as our integrated communications campaigns.

The role profile outlines the current key responsibilities and expectations for the position. However, the British Medical Association (BMA) is presently engaged in an organisation design process, which aims to ensure that our structure, roles, and ways of working best support our strategic objectives and the needs of our members. As a result, the responsibilities and scope of this role may be subject to change as the association evolves.

The BMA is committed to communicating any such changes transparently and supporting colleagues through any transitions that arise as part of this process.

• Sound experience in a similar or equivalent communications role
• Good awareness of different communication channels and approaches
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong relationship building and negotiation skills
• Good planning and prioritisation skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects
• Research and information gathering skills
• Ability to keep abreast of the key political and health policy developments

Diversity & Inclusion Monitoring:
Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts everybody signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity. BMA is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge as we recognise that diversity makes us stronger.

• 30 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays and a BMA company day
• Double matching pension contributions up to 12% of salary
• Additional leave entitlement for volunteering or moving house (after completion of probationary period)
• Onsite gym and subsidised café at BMA House
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with free confidential counselling, a helpline and specialist support available
• Electric Vehicle and Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme's (available after completion of probationary period)
• Long service recognition every 5 years
• Professional subscription cover where membership of a professional institution is required for your role
• BMA Law - discounted rates for employees requiring legal services such as will writing/conveyancing
• Multiple flexible benefits and discounts through our employee benefits platform
• Lots of Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub
• Season ticket loan (up to £10,000) (after completion of probationary period)