Location
Central London (East district offices - exact location to be discussed during the interview process)

Hours
37 hours per week (part time will be considered)

Salary
£40,388 - £43,482 per annum

About the Role
Join Forestry England, a passionate team dedicated to growing the nation’s forests for everyone. We are foresters, professionals, and experts committed to creating amazing places and experiences, providing vital homes for wildlife, improving air quality, and producing sustainable timber. As the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering digital marketing and communications strategies that support our mission and engage diverse audiences. You will work collaboratively to promote our work, enhance public awareness, and contribute to the positive impact we make on the environment and communities.

Benefits
Forestry England offers a comprehensive benefits package including an average pension contribution of 28.97% through the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme, 25 days holiday per year (increasing by one day per year of service up to 30 days, pro-rated for part-time employees), plus bank holidays. Employees have access to the STaR employee benefits scheme offering discounts on everyday shopping, travel, insurance, gym memberships, and wellbeing apps. Additional benefits include free parking at Forestry England sites and free entry to National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury. We are committed to lifelong learning and career development through continual professional development, support for individual learning plans, and sponsored membership of professional bodies.

Experience
Proven experience in digital marketing and communications, ideally within a public sector or environmental organisation. Demonstrable ability to develop and implement effective marketing strategies and campaigns that engage diverse audiences.

About you
You are a passionate and motivated communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment. You have excellent influencing and interpersonal skills, with the ability to see the bigger picture and work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders. You are committed to delivering high-quality services and have a strong understanding of the importance of environmental sustainability.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in marketing, communications, or a related discipline are desirable but not essential. A commitment to ongoing professional development and learning is expected.

Additional Information
Successful candidates will undergo a criminal record check and government baseline personnel security standard check. Forestry England is an equal opportunities employer and part of the Civil Service, which supports diversity and inclusion through schemes such as the Disability Confident Scheme and initiatives for veterans and prison leavers. Applicants must have the ability to converse in accurate spoken English as required by the Immigration Act 2016.