Markets and Communications Officer

Christchurchandeastdorset; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Dorchester is seeking a permanent, full-time Markets and Communications Officer. The successful candidate will manage the daily operations of local markets and support community engagement through effective communication strategies. This pivotal role involves maintaining strong relationships with residents and stakeholders while ensuring the markets contribute positively to the local economy.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of Dorchester’s markets.
• Support the Council’s engagement with the community.
• Assist with communication via the Council’s website and social media.

Job description

The Council is inviting applications for the permanent, full-time post of Markets and Communications Officer, to play a key role in the management and development of Dorchester’s markets and the Council’s wider communications activities.

The Markets and Communications Officer will play a key role in managing the day-to-day operations of the town’s markets and supporting the Council’s engagement with the community.

This dual role ensures that the Council maintains clear, effective communication with residents, businesses, and stakeholders, while also delivering vibrant, well‑organised markets that contribute to the local economy and community life.

The markets that the officer will be responsible for are the Wednesday market at Fairfield, the Sunday car boot sale, and the Cornhill street market.

In terms of communications, the officer will assist with the council’s communications with the community via its website and various social media channels.