Communications Officer

Salary: £34,400 per year plus benefits

Location: Northampton (Hybrid, 1 day per week in the office)

Job type: Full time, permanent

Closing date: 23 November 2026

As Communications Officer – Services and Partnerships, you will play a key role in raising awareness of the vital work we do to support people affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and their families. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced communications, PR or media professional who can combine complex ideas and creativity to develop and deliver inspiring and engaging content for earned and owned channels.

At the Motor Neurone Disease Association, we are committed to improving care, support and information for people affected by MND. As our Communications Officer – Services and Partnerships, you will work closely with colleagues to develop and deliver targeted communications which raise awareness of this work and showcase the impact of our activity.

If you're a proactive Communications Officer who thrives on building connections, developing meaningful content and working in a busy Communications team, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with colleagues to identify and develop compelling stories and updates.
• Create and deliver communications plans supporting projects and initiatives across Services and Partnerships.
• Produce engaging content across a range of channels, including written, audio and video communications.
• Identify opportunities to promote the work of the Services and Partnerships team through media and owned channels.
• Support and brief colleagues acting as spokespeople for the MND Association.
• Work with regional teams to maximise regional coverage opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal communications colleagues to keep staff informed and engaged.
• Provide communications advice and support to external partners where appropriate.
• Support the promotion of Services and Partnerships activity at events and across key networks.

About You - Essential:

• Experience in communications, public relations or media.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Confidence building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to develop creative communication ideas and content.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to working as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of healthcare systems.
• We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.

What We Offer

• 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
• Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
• 24/7 GP access via phone and video
• Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
• Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Opportunities for training and personal development
• Hybrid working

About Us

Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND. We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We're here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.