Senior Communications Officer Location: Hybrid or Remote position but must be able to travel to London or Luton 1 day a month Salary: 40,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, starting mid-September, Fixed Term Contract until 31 May 2026Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with a professional membership organisation focused on improving public health and patient care to recruit a Senior Communications Officer.This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced communications professional to lead and deliver impactful, multi-channel campaigns and editorial projects. You''ll play a pivotal role in strengthening member engagement, enhancing organisational visibility, and promoting a growing healthcare profession.Join a collaborative and supportive team in a role that blends creativity, strategy, and delivery, helping shape the narrative of a forward-thinking organisation.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement integrated communication and engagement plans that align with organisational goals.Manage multi-platform communications projects from concept to delivery.Lead editorial planning and content production for online and print publications.Produce high-quality written content including articles, interviews, blogs and reports.Manage public-facing campaigns and coordinate with external agencies (PR, marketing, creative).Handle media enquiries, identify proactive PR opportunities, and foster media relationships.Work closely with internal teams to ensure