Business Partner Communications

Are you a creative storyteller with a strategic edge? Do you thrive on building relationships and delivering impactful campaigns? If so, we have got the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for a creative communicator to join our busy team. This role is your chance to make a real difference, working closely with key directorates to understand their priorities and bring their stories to life.

You will be at the heart of our communications and marketing efforts, helping to shape the council's voice and showcase our ambitious Capital Programme, which is transforming Neath Port Talbot through major infrastructure and regeneration projects.

What You Will Be Doing

• Craft and deliver strategic communications plans that align with corporate goals
• Collaborate with project teams to create compelling, audience-focused messaging
• Build strong media relationships and manage proactive coverage
• Produce engaging content across multiple channels
• Use analytics to measure success and optimise digital campaigns
• Support events, consultations, and public meetings
• Champion brand consistency and uphold corporate guidelines
• Step in to cover the media desk when needed

What We are Looking For

• A creative, highly motivated person with a strategic mindset
• Proven experience in communications, marketing, or PR
• Exceptional writing, editing, and digital content skills
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and stakeholders with ease
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment

We would welcome those with experience in the following roles: Communications Officer, Marketing Executive, PR Specialist, Digital Content Manager, Media Relations Officer.

About us:

We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues efforts and achievements. We also believe that there's life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.

Choose to work for us and you will be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.

• Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
• Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
• Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
• Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
• Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
• Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
• Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.

If you would like to start a rewarding career with an organisation that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you. For more information and to apply please visit www.npt.gov.uk/jobs

DBS requirements:

• This post is not subject to a DBS check or

Welsh Language Requirements:

Welsh Language skills are desirable.

Additional Information:

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans. In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Please note that applicants must meet all the essential criteria, as shown in the person specification, to qualify for a guaranteed interview. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.