Communications and Marketing Executive – Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service

We’re looking for a Communications and Marketing Executive to join us on a 6-month fixed-term contract, helping our busy team deliver exciting projects by keeping our day-to-day communications running smoothly.

About Us

Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service serves a population of more than 800,000 in the Southeast of England. Around 400 firefighters operate from 19 fire stations from the outskirts of London to the South Midlands. We employ around 100 specialist support staff, from ICT to fire prevention. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us? Find out more about us and our values at bucksfire.gov.uk/join-us/

Our Service is only as good as its people. When our employees are engaged and supported, our Service thrives. This is why we support flexible and hybrid working.

About the Role

This 6-month fixed-term role is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic communications environment. As Communications and Marketing Executive, you’ll provide vital support to our team, managing website updates, running email campaigns, and handling the shared communications inbox, so that colleagues can focus on delivering major projects, including a brand rollout and intranet refresh. Your work will ensure our communications remain consistent, accessible, and engaging, strengthening trust and visibility with the public, partners, and stakeholders.

About You

• Communicates clearly and confidently with diverse audiences.
• Has excellent organisational skills and can manage multiple priorities.
• Pays close attention to detail, ensuring content is accurate and brand-compliant.
• Is proactive, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and commitment to our values.

Experience and Qualifications Required

Essential

• Level 3 qualification or higher in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, PR (or equivalent experience).
• Full UK valid driving licence.
• Experience in a communications, digital content, or marketing role.
• Strong writing and proofreading skills for digital platforms.
• Experience using CMS (e.g., WordPress) and email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp).
• Experience managing a shared inbox and triaging communications.
• Experience with Google Analytics and awareness of GDPR in communications.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing tasks.

The Package

• Temporary Contract
• Full Time
• 37-hour week
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Good annual leave entitlement
• Employee benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health
• Onsite gym facilities

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