Temporary Communications Officer

Job description

Temporary Communications OfficerLocation: Remote (must be able to attend the Edinburgh office when required)

Start: ASAP

Duration: 12-16 weeks

Rate: £19.00 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday (35 hours per week)

The OpportunityWe are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Communications Officer to join their team on a temporary basis. This is a remote role (you must be able to attend the Edinburgh office when required and potentially at short notice), offering the opportunity to support high impact programmes and deliver engaging communications across a range of stakeholders. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused position suitable for someone who can translate complex information into clear, compelling content and manage communications activity in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver engaging communications across a range of channels including newsletters, email updates and stakeholder briefings

Produce high-quality written content such as articles, case studies, web content and programme summaries

Translate complex project activity into clear, accessible messaging for different audiences

Coordinate communications activity ensuring consistency, quality and timely delivery

Support communications for events including pre- and post-event content and engagement

Maintain communication plans, trackers and timelines

Liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners to gather content and ensure alignment

Support website updates and digital communications activity

Assist with email marketing campaigns and contact database management

About You

Proven experience in a communications, marketing or engagement role

Excellent written communication skills with the ability to tailor content for different audiences

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Experience producing a range of written content (e.g. Newsletters, articles, briefings)

Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks

High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Confident working with stakeholders and building effective working relationships

Comfortable using digital platforms, including CMS (e.g. WordPress) and email marketing tools

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience supporting communications for projects, programmes or campaigns

Familiarity with digital content creation (e.g. Basic video or design tools)

Experience working with multiple stakeholders or across organisations

Benefits

Weekly pay

28 days paid annual leave (accrued weekly)

Direct employment with Office Angels – support available throughout the assignment

Access to high street discount vouchers

Eye care vouchers and contributions towards glasses for VDU use

Support with securing permanent roles and interview coaching

Pension scheme option with employer contributions

Statutory Sick Pay

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities across our wider group of specialist recruitment businesses

Equal OpportunitiesOffice Angels is an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Edinburgh

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English