Job Summary
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!
Job Description
You’ll 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.
Person specification
What We’re 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 you’re 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.
Benefits
Details of our employee benefits can be found at https://www.parliament.uk/mps-lords-and-offices/offices/lords/lordshro/employee-benefits/
What You’ll 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!
Things you need to know
Selection process details
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact HLRecruitment@parliament.uk
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
