communications associate

• The chance to work in an inclusive and diverse organisation
• Build your skills whilst having great work-life balance

About Our Client

Our client is a historic institution in Liverpool that strives to improve patient care and promote better health. They are dedicated to education, improvement, and advocacy in the medical field.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Copy-edit and proofread text to ensure adherence to house style and maintain high editorial and presentational standards.
• Manage projects related to the production of various print and digital materials targeting diverse audiences.
• Restructure and rewrite content as needed to enhance clarity and coherence.
• Draft, proofread, check, and edit content for email communications, social media, presentations, and infographics, tailoring it to suit the intended audience.
• Support internal communications, including overseeing the operations of our client's intranet, and taking the lead in creating the weekly staff newsletter.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have:

• Degree-level education in life sciences or equivalent experience preferred.
• Extensive experience in accurate copy-editing and proofreading, following a specific house style.
• Proficient in writing, rewriting, and restructuring content based on purpose, publication style, and target audience.
• Comfortable using intranet and website content management systems.
• Skilled in generating and supporting ideas for staff engagement.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, particularly in Word.
• Previous experience in a healthcare-related organisation.
• Familiarity with marking up artwork and collaborating with designers.

What's on Offer

Benefits:

• Minimum of 27 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays) and the option to purchase up to 5 additional days through the annual leave purchase scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities, well-being program, and peer award scheme aligned with our client's values.
• Group personal pension plan with a 7% employer contribution, life assurance, and interest-free season ticket loan.
• Annual pay award reflecting our commitment to fair compensation.
• Health-related benefits such as an employee assistance programme, occupational health assessments, and enhanced sick pay.
• Cycle to work scheme and discounts on cinema tickets and a variety of high street brands to support our staff's well-being and enjoyment.