Job Description

Company Description

Version 1 has celebrated over 25 years in the IT industry and we continue to be trusted by global brands to deliver IT solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 is not just a Microsoft Partner, an AWS Premier Consulting Partner and an Oracle Partner, we are also an award-winning employer, and our employees are at the heart of Version 1

Version 1 as a consultancy and a service provider, we are a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We are focused on our core values, and using these we have seen significant growth in our UK Digital, Data and Cloud Practice in the 4 years since inception. Our UK Digital, Data and Cloud business is now preparing for the next phase of expansion, opening new opportunities for highly skilled technologists and leaders to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies in the UK.

A few of our awards are the AWS Migration Partner of the Year - EMEA at AWS Re: Invent 2022, Best Workplace\xe2\x84\xa2 for Women UK 2022 By Great Place to Work\xc2\xae and Top 10 in Glassdoor\'s Employees\' Choice Awards 2023.



As a Communications Officer you will play a crucial role in developing and executing effective communication strategies, supporting the management of internal and external communications, and support various communication initiatives. This position requires strong writing abilities, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment. Knowledge of government / public sector communications is very desirable.

Responsibilities:

• Support the development and implementation of communication strategies that align with the programme\'s goals and objectives.
• Support with the creation and implementation of both internal and external communications material including but not limited to social media posts, blog posts, newsletters, website copy and events slides and scripts, ensuring consistent messaging and brand representation.
• Co-ordinate the drafting of the programme\'s weekly \'week note\' sent by the programme director on Fridays - responsibilities include collaborating with teams to gather their content, managing the rota for team\'s contributions and working with the comms manager to edit content.
• Support with website copywriting and management of the CMS (WordPress)
• Support with the drafting and publication of Blog posts (WordPress CMS) and LinkedIn articles
• Support with the design, editing and uploading of video content using Adobe software and YouTube
• Understanding and appreciation of accessibility requirements on digital platforms
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including graphic designers, programme management and policy colleagues and subject matter/delivery experts to ensure well-planned, cohesive and integrated communication efforts.
• Manage multiple work streams and projects, ensuring deadlines are met and work is delivered to a high standard.

This role is 3 days per week for an initial 6 months with a possibility of an extension

Qualifications

What we are looking for:

• Experience in communications or relevant work experience in marketing, PR, copywriting or related fields
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt the tone and style for different audiences and communication channels.
• Copywriting and editing skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Familiarity with website analytics tools and social media monitoring platforms.
• Experience of using a variety of digital tools for work management including Slack, Trello, MS Teams & Sharepoint, Google Drive products

Other useful skills:

• Proficiency in WordPress website CMS systems
• Experience conducting user/stakeholder research and analysing data to inform communication strategies
• Event management experience, including organising and coordinating logistics.
• Knowledge of agile working practices
• Adobe Creative Suite preferred (especially Premiere Pro Video Editing & Photoshop)

Additional Information

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability.

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work remote or with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme, Octopus Car Lease, and MyGym Discounts to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology.

We prioritize the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company\'s profits each quarter among all full-time employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a program designed to support professional growth.

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