Job Description

Media and Communications Officer - Resources SO15

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Vacancy Reference Number
19635


Number of Vacancies
1
(B) OCU
SO15 - Counter Terrorism Command
Location
Westminster
Band
Band D
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
36 hours per week
Type of Contract
Permanent
Job Advert

Job Title:

Media and Communications Officer - SO15 Counter Terrorism Command

Salary:

The starting salary is 38,926, which includes allowances totalling 2,928.


The salary is broken down as 35,998 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale 38,523. Plus, a location allowance of 1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of 1,000.

Location

Westminster


This is an exciting opportunity to work in one of the most interesting and dynamic areas of police communications and play a key role in showing how the work of the Met's Counter Terrorism Command - also known as 'SO15' - is helping to keep the public safe not only in London, but across the UK and beyond.


Working within SO15 and reporting directly to one of our Media and Communication Managers, the Media and Communications Officer will work on and support our priority communications programmes and projects that contribute directly to SO15's three missions: Counter Terrorism Investigations, Countering State Threats and War Crimes.


You will be part of a highly motivated communications team within SO15, working with, and supporting other senior colleagues on some of the most important public safety and national security issues. But you'll also have the chance to put forward your own ideas for communications activity that supports wider organisational and operational objectives.


The post holder will help to plan, manage, deliver, evaluate and continually improve SO15's communications. You'll help us to make best use of our communication channels, supporting the team in developing compelling content that tells the story across our three missions and to keep our communities safe from terrorism. You'll play an active role in the wider communications profession within the Command, supporting initiatives that improve the effectiveness of what we do and how we work.


We are looking for a motivated individual with some experience working in communications, or a related discipline. You'll understand how communications strategies and plans are developed and will be involved in communications activity that supports a range of operational and organisational priorities. You will need to carry out a range of tasks to help plan, develop and implement communications activity. A positive and proactive approach is a must. You'll have a keen interest and working understanding of different communications techniques and channels. You'll need to manage your own work against plans and milestones and act promptly to ensure activity stays on track and outcomes are delivered. You will support wider essential administrative duties as required.


You'll bring energy and enthusiasm to our team and the wider national Counter Terrorism Policing communications network, as well as your own ideas about how we can improve our communications work. You will play your part in wider initiatives across our network, for instance on learning and development or on testing and exercising. You will also take active steps to contribute to our shared commitment to inclusion, diversity and equality.

Vetting

This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post.


This post requires British nationality (some dual nationals may be ineligible) and an Enhanced Security Check (eSC)/Developed Vetting (DV)] clearance.


As the post holder will have access to very sensitive information, there are limitations on travelling to a small number of countries and we will undertake additional security checks as part of the recruitment process. Applications from candidates with close connections to certain countries may take considerably longer to process, or in some cases result in a withdrawal of an offer of employment. Further details will be provided at the conditional offer stage.

Confidentiality Agreement

Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.

Our Employee Commitments

Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of "Working to keep people safe from Terrorism".


Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today's complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations'.


Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable).

How to apply

To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply now" button below. The application process requires a comprehensive CV and a Personal Statement. In your Personal Statement, you should explain your interest in the position and illustrate how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate. Please note that you should not submit two copies of your CV, and ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV and/or Personal Statement.

Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 1st October 2025.

Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager.


Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview.

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Essential For The Role

Roles and Responsibilities

To lead on all administrative requirements to effectively support the delivery of high standard Communications requirements and products Provide administrative support to the SO15 Senior Media and Communications Manager Collaborate with members across the SO15 comms team, the wider MPS and the CTP Network and key senior leaders to proactively produce innovative and impactive content to support our Internal and external comms, engage our key audiences and help promote SO15: developing trust and confidence, promoting excellence and success and SO15 brand management Provide advice and support on evaluation and insight from campaigns to key seniors and relevant stakeholders. Collaborate across the SO15 Communications Team, the wider MPS and the CTP network to produce highest quality and effective communications products, with due consideration for how the internal comms work can be supported and promoted through other comms channels and specialisms to ensure a holistic approach to all of our communications delivery (eg: Media, Campaigns, Partnerships, Change, Internal) Strong quality assurance ability to ensure that all SO15 products reach our highest standards Be an advocate for our shared commitment to IDE in everything we do Support the wider delivery effort of the SO15 communications team and crisis response as part of any national CT Major incident

Essential Skills (Professional and Technical)

Some experience (+2 years) working on communications projects or in a communications/media role with evidence demonstrating your impact and involvement Interest and understanding of different communications disciplines (eg: internal, marketing, digital etc) and how they operate together Awareness of the role of audience insight and research in planning communications activity Good understanding of various communication channels, using that knowledge to choose the right approach Ability to look ahead and plan communications activity, keeping in mind wider context and organisational activity Experience in producing high quality content for different audience groups, purpose and formats Understanding of the importance of evaluation and the practical application of lessons learned to improve communications activity

Additional Information
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Disability Confident Statement

The Met is committed to being an equitable (fair and impartial) and inclusive employer for disabled people, striving to have a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and long-term conditions, ethnic minority groups and women.



As a Disability Confident Leader, the Met has committed to making disability equality part of our everyday practice. We ensure that people with disabilities and those with long term conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.



The Met is committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to ensure disabled applicants can perform at their best. If you need any reasonable adjustments or changes to the application and recruitment process, we ask that you include this information within your application form. All matters will be treated in strict confidence.




Please note, if you are applying for a police officer role or to become a police community support officer (PCSO) or designated detention officer (DDO), there is a minimum requirement that you must pass a job-related fitness test (JRFT) at point of entry. This does not apply to police staff roles. Find out more about police fitness standards.



Read our full disability confidence statement.