Opportunity Spotlight: Communications Manager at The King's Trust (Fixed-Term)
Are you a highly skilled and passionate communications professional looking to make a tangible impact? The King's Trust is offering a compelling fixed-term opportunity for a Communications Manager to play a pivotal role in their landmark 50th anniversary celebrations. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be at the forefront of a significant milestone for an organization dedicated to empowering young people.
What's on Offer:
This role provides a unique platform to shape and deliver external communications during a crucial anniversary year. You will be instrumental in:
- Maximizing The Trust's Public Profile: Contribute directly to boosting visibility and reaching new supporters.
- Championing Young People's Stories: Lead initiatives to ensure the narratives of Trust-supported individuals are central to all communications, empowering them to share their experiences across diverse media.
- Driving Engagement and Support: Your work will directly influence increased engagement with and support for The Trust's vital mission.
- Developing Innovative Campaigns: Spearhead communications projects for the anniversary, crafting bespoke activations and messaging.
- Strategic Hybrid Working: Enjoy a balanced approach with 40-60% of your working week in the office, with options available in Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, London, or Manchester.
Key Considerations for Your Career Path:
This fixed-term contract, running until December 2026, offers a distinct advantage for individuals seeking to gain intensive, high-impact experience in a concentrated period. It's an ideal opportunity to:
- Deepen Specialist Skills: Focus on project leadership and campaign delivery within a critical organizational period.
- Build a Notable Portfolio: Showcase your ability to manage high-profile communications for a significant organizational event.
- Network and Collaborate: Work within a talented Communications team and potentially engage with key stakeholders and media.
- Contribute to a Meaningful Cause: Align your professional skills with a mission that directly benefits young people facing various challenges.
What Makes this Role Stand Out?
The King's Trust is renowned for its commitment to young people, with a proven track record of success. In the last year alone, they supported over 40,000 young individuals, with a significant majority moving into positive outcomes in work, education, or training. This role is essential to amplifying these successes and fostering continued support.
Furthermore, The King's Trust offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:
- Generous Leave: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and office closure between Christmas and New Year.
- Flexible Working: A supportive hybrid working model.
- Development Opportunities: Access to an in-house learning platform and personal development through dedicated Networks (KT CAN, KT GEN, KT DAWN, PULSE).
- Exceptional Family Leave: Comprehensive maternity, adoption, and paternity leave policies.
- Financial Well-being: Interest-free season ticket loans, a 5% pension contribution, and generous life assurance.
- Lifestyle Perks: A benefits platform offering discounts and well-being support.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
The King's Trust is a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and Disability Confident employer, actively striving to be an organization representative of the communities it serves. They are deeply committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. They particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, valuing diverse perspectives and experiences.
Application Close Date: Sunday 2nd November 2025
Interviews: To be held via Teams on 10th & 12th November 2025.
If you are a strategic communicator with a passion for social impact and are ready to lead impactful campaigns, this role at The King's Trust presents an exceptional opportunity to advance your career and contribute to a vital cause.