Job Description

Salary

34,434.00

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Hours

Full time, 1 Year Fixed Term

Job category/type

Communication

Date posted

10/11/2025

Job reference

NELC400000380

Do you think you have the ability to create digital content that can truly transform public services?

Are you digitally-savvy, with an eye for good web design and plain but engaging writing?

If so, you're the right person to join our great communications team.

People living their best lives in North East Lincolnshire, that's what this council wants. To achieve this aim, our communications team is looking for an ideas-driven web adviser to help shape our digital content - delivering content to guide, support and inspire.

What will your day look like?

You will work with a team of motivated colleagues who write and generate social media, visual and video content to promote the work of every aspect of local authority work. This role is web-focused to ensure our digital content is visually attractive, with information that is easy to find and is presented in a way that is factually accurate and written for our varied audiences.

Throughout the day, you'll:

Provide expert advice

on usability, design, branding, and layout to colleagues across the council.

Lead on quality control

, conducting regular reviews and usability testing to ensure our digital platforms meet high standards.

Use data and analytics

to understand user behaviour and improve content based on evidence.

Train and support colleagues

, including Web Governance staff, helping them understand best practices in digital communication.

Stay ahead of the curve

, keeping up with the latest trends in web design, accessibility, and user experience - and bringing fresh ideas to the team.

Collaborate with external suppliers

when needed, ensuring third-party contributions align with our standards and goals.


You'll be part of a dynamic communications team that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Who are we looking for?

The successful person will:

Have excellent written communication skills and a keen eye for detail. Understand how people use websites and can write with the user in mind. Is confident using content management systems (CMS) and digital tools. Has a good understanding of accessibility and usability principles. Enjoys working collaboratively and can manage multiple priorities.

Desirable Experience

Previous experience in a web content, digital communications or media role. Writing and design skills. Familiarity with web analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics). Knowledge of HTML or web accessibility standards (WCAG).

Why Join Us?

We're committed to delivering excellent customer experiences and digital services that work for everyone. You'll be part of a supportive team that values creativity, collaboration, and ideas. If you're passionate about digital communication and want to help shape the future of local government services, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, please refer to the attached guidance and role profile. If you would like an informal discussion, please contact Michelle Lalor Email:

Michelle.Lalor@nelincs.gov.uk

Key Dates

Advert closing date: 23rd November 2025

We aim to interview candidates: 1st December 2025

We want you to have the best interview experience with us, so will provide candidates selected for interview their questions 24 hours in advance of meeting us.

We reserve the right to close our adverts early if we have received a significant volume of suitable applications.

We love AI and think it plays a great role in the world of work. However, for your application, we want to hear from YOU! As such, we will be testing applications to determine the use of AI, and applications that have heavily utilised the function will be scrutinised for suitability.

As part of your RewardNEL package

, you will have a generous leave entitlement (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension.

You will also have access to our

exclusive

RewardNEL

platform.

This includes a variety of salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle2Work, Holiday Extra and Tusker (Car Lease), discounts at local coffee shops and bars, direct access to our inhouse wellbeing support, free and discounted local car parking as well as instant access to new savings at major retailers, entertainment and hotels.

NELC staff can also benefit from flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities and a Fostering friendly scheme.

Do you need support?

If you need any help applying for this position, please contact Wendy Trask on 07702 338542 (text or call). Wendy can support with digital access as well as offering advice and guidance about completing the different sections of the application form.

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Get to know us better

Check out our Council Plan and read about all of the exciting new developments we have in the pipeline.

We regularly review data to ensure our recruitment processes are fair, transparent and promote equal opportunities for all. We also have an in-house Equalities Champions Group that works to promote and embed

inclusivity

in the workplace, helping us identify areas where we can take positive action, and make the organisation a safe space for colleagues to feel connected.