Deadline: Thursday, March 20, 2025
Salary: £72,804 pa
Location: Head Office, Salford Quays, M50 3XZ
The Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers is one of the UK's largest trade union.
A vacancy exists for a Head of Media and Communications based at the Union's Head Office.
What we offer:
- Defined contribution pension.
- Generous holiday entitlement – 24 days rising to 32 days plus 8 bank and 3 customary holidays (pro-rata to commencing month in holiday year and number of days a week worked).
- Free onsite parking, subject to availability.
- Free health assessments (post probation).
- Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to passing probation and length of contract).
- Season Ticket Loan (subject to length of contract).
The principal duties are: to manage and direct the work of the department in order to ensure the provision of a full and comprehensive media and communications service to the Union.
The successful applicant will possess: a degree in a relevant area or equivalent relevant experience; a comprehensive understanding and experience of staff management, training and development; a comprehensive understanding and experience of working with the media; comprehensive experience of working across all communication channels; knowledge of contract management, procurement and purchasing of goods and services; knowledge of event management and co-ordination; commercial awareness and budget/cost management know-how; the ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and possess well-developed planning and organisational skills.
An application pack can be downloaded from here by clicking on the 'apply' button. Alternatively, please email [email protected] or telephone the HR Section on 0161 413 0904, quoting Ref: 900.
The closing date for receipt of completed application forms is noon on Thursday, 20 March 2025.
CVs are not accepted. No agencies please.
Usdaw is an Equal Opportunities Employer.