Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with a leading Professional Membership Organisation to recruit a Communications Officer.This is a brilliant opportunity for a confident and creative communications professional to join a small, high-impact team and play a key role in shaping external profile and member engagement.Summary of the roleReporting into senior leadership, the Communications Officer will deliver engaging, timely and influential communications across multiple channels.You''ll manage media relations, digital content and internal communications while supporting wider public affairs and membership activity. This role offers real variety, visibility and the chance to make a tangible impact.Role detailsSalary: 32,000 per annumContract: PermanentLocation: London (hybrid working, minimum 2 days in the office)Hours: Full-time (with occasional out-of-hours working for events and communications activity)ResponsibilitiesDraft, edit and distribute communications for members, press and external stakeholdersPlan and deliver PR activity, generating positive media coverageWrite, publish and manage website content using a CMSManage and grow social media channels, including paid advertising campaignsMonitor and evaluate digital performance using analytics toolsCompile and circulate internal newslettersSupport the production and delivery of a podcast, including recording, editing and publishingPromote events and initiatives in collaboration with the membership ..... full job details .....