PR & Communications Officer


Company:	Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority
Salary:	£37,280 to £41,771 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leyburn, DL8 3EL
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	24 Aug 2026
Closing date:	13 Sept 2026

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Summary

Do you have a talent for storytelling and a strong understanding of media and public relations? If so, we're looking for a PR & Communications Officer to join our Communications Team.

As part of our small, collaborative and high-performing team, you'll help shape and share compelling stories, deliver impactful PR and communications activity, build positive media relationships and support the Authority's reputation through effective internal and external communications.

This is a varied and rewarding role spanning media relations, content creation, campaign delivery, publications, digital communications and reputation management. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the Authority, provide expert communications advice, respond to media enquiries and help ensure staff, Members, stakeholders and the public remain informed and engaged.

About Us

We are the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, an organisation that protects, enhances and promotes the immense beauty, wildlife and character of the Yorkshire Dales. Set against expansive heather moorland tops, each valley has its own distinct charm, from crags and waterfalls to an underground labyrinth of caves.

You'll join a supportive and knowledgeable team that is passionate about making a positive difference for the National Park and the communities who live and work here.

The Benefits

• Generous leave: starting at 26 days’ annual leave, pro rata, plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days after five years of Local Government service

• Pension: Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (LGPS)

• Flexible working: including flexitime, flexi-leave and blended working options

• Wellbeing benefits: Subsidised Healthcare scheme, family friendly policies, cycle to work scheme, staff discounts and an employee assistance programme

• Learning and development: Ongoing support for continuing professional development and training

• Free parking at our car parks

• Relocation package available

The Role

This is a varied role that combines strategic communications, media relations and content creation. You'll play a key role in ensuring the Authority communicates effectively with a wide range of audiences. You'll also lead the production of the Authority's flagship publications, including Visitor magazine and Dales newspaper, working with contributors, designers and colleagues across the organisation.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and delivering communications activity that supports the Authority's priorities, programmes and campaigns.

• Building and maintaining relationships with local, regional and national media, helping to secure positive coverage and respond to media enquiries.

• Creating, editing and commissioning content across a wide range of channels and formats.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria, we guarantee you an interview.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

For an informal chat about this vacancy, please contact Mark Sadler, Communications Manager, on 01969 652394 or mark.sadler@yorkshiredales.org.uk

Anticipated interview date: Tuesday, 22 September 2026.

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