Senior Communications and Engagement Officer

Help shape the voice of the organisation that represents and champions the science professions across the UK. As our Senior Communications and Engagement Officer, you will lead influential campaigns, engage senior stakeholders and volunteers, and help raise the profile of professional registration across the science workforce.

Senior Communications and Engagement Officer Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week (we will consider flexible working) Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 per annum Location: Science Council offices in Central London, EC1V + Hybrid working from home

We are seeking an experienced, proactive communications professional who may be working in a charity, membership body, professional association, policy organisation, university, learned society or public sector organisation. You will be audience focused, commercially aware and experienced in delivering communications campaigns, engaging stakeholders and using insight to improve performance.

The postholder will be part of the Engagement and Policy team, leading communications activity that supports organisational priorities and strengthens relationships with member organisations and volunteers. The role is pivotal in enhancing brand visibility and driving engagement across multiple platforms.

The Science Council is a charity and membership organisation that brings the science professions together and provides professional registration for scientists, science technicians and science teachers. Engaging with member organisations, science employers, partner organisations, volunteers and others is central to all our work. The Engagement and Policy Team ensures we communicate effectively, host relevant events, advocate for the science workforce, and help improve equity, diversity and inclusion.

The role

This is a great opportunity to make your mark on delivering the Science Council’s strategy, using the full range of your communications and stakeholder engagement skills.

We are looking for a strategic thinker who focuses on hands-on execution, can multitask effectively, and is passionate about delivering results.

Reporting to the Head of Engagement & Policy, you will be:

• Increasing visibility and awareness of the Science Council and professional registration.

• Planning and delivering effective communications campaigns that achieve clear engagement objectives.

• Growing stakeholder engagement across member organisations and partners.

• Maintaining a consistent and high-quality organisational brand and voice.

• Building an engaged and well-supported volunteer community.

• Using data and insight to evaluate communications performance and improve future activity.

As a member of the Science Council team, you will provide excellent customer service, work with and support colleagues across the organisation, promote and uphold professional standards, and demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

In return, you will be welcomed into a friendly and dedicated team of staff and volunteers.

Benefits

• 5% employer pension contribution.

• 25 days annual holiday and public holidays, plus Science Council closure days between Christmas and New Year.

• Support, training and development you need to do your job

• Flexible and inclusive approach to work.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 18th November 2026.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our online portal to complete your application for this position.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK, and documentary evidence will be requested at the interview stage.

No agencies please