We are looking for a Content and Editorial Officer to join our Communications Office. This is a position where you will lead on written and some visual content about day-to-day business, creating high public engagement with the work of the House of Lords.
This includes managing editorial planning and evaluation, the editorial process for website news stories and our email newsletter, our publications portfolio and supporting management of the House of Lords brand.
The postholder will support photography of business in the House of Lords. They may also create, commission or support on creating video and audio content.
They will provide content and brand support across the Lords Administration, and work with others on the creation and delivery of campaigns. They will ensure that all services are timely, of consistently high quality and meet the needs of audiences.
This is an opportunity to work on a hybrid basis where you will be able to work some days from home and some days onsite at Parliament!
Youll Be Accountable For
Content and communications
Leading on editorial planning, and creation of web content on the day-to-day business of the House of Lords, including progress of bills. Working with others to manage the process for written content creation. Creating written and visual content that highlights the work and impact of the House of Lords across multiple channels. Managing print production and generating original content for the publications portfolio. Managing the procurement, implementation and promotion of the publications portfolio and website. Brand
Working with the Head of Marketing and Digital Communications on day-to-day management of the House of Lords brand, style guide and visual identity and acting as corporate brand guardian. Working closely with Lords Administration colleagues to ensure all communications comply with brand guidelines. Supporting the Digital Communications Managers on the House of Lords official portrait photography programme and photography of business. If this sounds like something you would like to hear more about, please apply below.
What Were Looking For
Excellent copywriting, editorial and proofreading skills. Editorial planning and evaluation experience. Excellent project management, work planning and management skills. It would be even better if you had or if youre willing to learn
Experience of brand management. Experience of creating or commissioning video or audio content. A good understanding of the UK Parliament and its constitutional and political framework. The job description provides full details about the role and what we are looking for.
What Youll Get In Return
30 days annual leave (increasing to 35 after one years service). Generous pension scheme. Discounts from well-known brands and retailers. Parliamentary health and wellbeing programme. The opportunity to witness history in the making! The Work We Do Is Vital To House Of Lords, And You Will Be a Pivotal Member In The Team Strengthening The Work Of The House. The House Of Lords Is The Second Chamber Of The UK Parliament. It Is Independent From And Complements The Work Of The House Of Commons To Make laws. Check and challenge the actions of the government through questions and debates. Investigate public policy and provide a forum of independent expertise. Please complete your online application by
23:55
on
Sunday 19th January 2025 .
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact HL Recruitment.
Job offers are standardly offered at the minimum of the salary range.
The House of Lords Administration is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of their age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender/sex, gender reassignment/trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation and socio-economic status. The Administration will also consider flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments.
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. For this role, we particularly welcome applications from groups which are currently underrepresented within the team, including applications from Black, Asian and ethnic minority candidates and candidates with disabilities.
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This includes managing editorial planning and evaluation, the editorial process for website news stories and our email newsletter, our publications portfolio and supporting management of the House of Lords brand.
The postholder will support photography of business in the House of Lords. They may also create, commission or support on creating video and audio content.
They will provide content and brand support across the Lords Administration, and work with others on the creation and delivery of campaigns. They will ensure that all services are timely, of consistently high quality and meet the needs of audiences.
This is an opportunity to work on a hybrid basis where you will be able to work some days from home and some days onsite at Parliament!
Youll Be Accountable For
Content and communications
Leading on editorial planning, and creation of web content on the day-to-day business of the House of Lords, including progress of bills. Working with others to manage the process for written content creation. Creating written and visual content that highlights the work and impact of the House of Lords across multiple channels. Managing print production and generating original content for the publications portfolio. Managing the procurement, implementation and promotion of the publications portfolio and website. Brand
Working with the Head of Marketing and Digital Communications on day-to-day management of the House of Lords brand, style guide and visual identity and acting as corporate brand guardian. Working closely with Lords Administration colleagues to ensure all communications comply with brand guidelines. Supporting the Digital Communications Managers on the House of Lords official portrait photography programme and photography of business. If this sounds like something you would like to hear more about, please apply below.
What Were Looking For
Excellent copywriting, editorial and proofreading skills. Editorial planning and evaluation experience. Excellent project management, work planning and management skills. It would be even better if you had or if youre willing to learn
Experience of brand management. Experience of creating or commissioning video or audio content. A good understanding of the UK Parliament and its constitutional and political framework. The job description provides full details about the role and what we are looking for.
What Youll Get In Return
30 days annual leave (increasing to 35 after one years service). Generous pension scheme. Discounts from well-known brands and retailers. Parliamentary health and wellbeing programme. The opportunity to witness history in the making! The Work We Do Is Vital To House Of Lords, And You Will Be a Pivotal Member In The Team Strengthening The Work Of The House. The House Of Lords Is The Second Chamber Of The UK Parliament. It Is Independent From And Complements The Work Of The House Of Commons To Make laws. Check and challenge the actions of the government through questions and debates. Investigate public policy and provide a forum of independent expertise. Please complete your online application by
23:55
on
Sunday 19th January 2025 .
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact HL Recruitment.
Job offers are standardly offered at the minimum of the salary range.
The House of Lords Administration is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of their age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender/sex, gender reassignment/trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation and socio-economic status. The Administration will also consider flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments.
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. For this role, we particularly welcome applications from groups which are currently underrepresented within the team, including applications from Black, Asian and ethnic minority candidates and candidates with disabilities.
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