Senior Communications Officer -Transport

AtBath &North-East Somerset Council wehave one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.

We're looking for an experienced communications professional to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys tackling complex issues, building strong relationships and delivering successful communications. You'll play a key role in shaping how the council communicates, with specific focus on a range of high-profile transport projects.

About the Role

You'll lead strategic communications and engagement, help us communicate complex information to our residents in clear, accessible and compelling ways.

The role includes supporting public engagement and consultation, managing stakeholder relationships and advising on sometimes sensitive issues. You'll also line manage a communications officer and help shape the work of a wider communications team. A significant part of the portfolio relates to transport and infrastructure programmes.

About the Team

You'll join a supportive and ambitious team where communications is valued as a strategic function. This is an opportunity to work on issues that matter to local communities, influence important projects and help shape public understanding of the council's work.

About You

If you're an experienced communications professional looking for a varied, rewarding role where your skills can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what's involved, please contact Jane Williams, Corporate Communications Manager by email : jane_williams2@bathnes.gov.uk

Interview date: 16/09/2026

No Agencies Please.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

• Please note: Bath & North East Somerset Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council's at-risk register (redeployee). This means that should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role, they will be considered ahead of external applicants.

About Bath and North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath and North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath and North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits

At Bath and North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples lives. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity

We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW

The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.