We are recruiting: Communications Officer

Salary: £32,000 FTE (based on our four day working week). We are open to applications for either full time or part time working. The part time salary for three days per week would be pro-rated to £24,000 per year.

Location: You will be based out of our Manchester office. We offer hybrid working but this post will require office attendance on at least one day per week.

We are the Centre for Local Economic Strategies (CLES) – an independent economics think tank and charity. We work collaboratively across the UK and beyond to develop solutions to ensure economies are rooted in the places people call home. We are internationally recognised experts in Community Wealth Building, which we use to improve public services, strengthen social infrastructure, accelerate innovation and facilitate a just climate transition.

Now is an exciting time to join us. In 2026 we will celebrate our fortieth year, launch our new-look brand and website, and step up our news and advocacy profile. To help us achieve this, we are looking for a Communications Officer to join our team, based out of our Manchester office.

Reporting to the Associate Director of External Affairs and working collaboratively with the whole CLES team, you will help us give a voice to local economic transformation, through the delivery of our communications workstream. This will include creating engaging digital content, high quality publications, and inspiring events. In joining us, you will have the opportunity to become part of a small yet impactful team, hone your skills across the full suite of think tank external affairs activities, and have a tangible impact on improving local economies.

To access all of the information about the role, including how to apply, click here to download the Communications Officer application pack Communications Officer application pack.