Senior Communications & Marketing Officer

National Trust Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charitable organisation in Cambridge is looking for a Senior Communications & Marketing Officer to lead marketing initiatives at Wimpole Estate. The role encompasses developing year-round marketing plans, supporting social media activities, and creating engaging content to attract visitors. Ideal candidates will have strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. This position offers a substantial pension, holiday allowance, and various perks.

Benefits

Substantial pension scheme

Free entry to National Trust places

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Gym membership discounts

Holiday allowance up to 32 days

Qualifications

• Able to manage time and workload to meet deadlines.
• Confident in writing and speaking clearly.
• Quick to understand information and create content.
• Experienced in planning marketing throughout the year.
• Skilled at proofreading.

Responsibilities

• Lead marketing and communications for Wimpole Estate.
• Create and share content across online and offline channels.
• Support social media activity to attract visitors.
• Develop year-round marketing plans.

Skills

Time management

Written communication

Teamwork

Content creation

Planning marketing activities

Attention to detail

Job description

In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with marketing and communications experience who’s ready to take the next step in their career with a leading charitable organisation.

In this role, you’ll support Wimpole Estate - one of the National Trust’s busiest properties.

It’s a varied position where you’ll champion everything we do across the full marketing mix: from media relations and social media to creating compelling web content. With your expertise, we can share the story of our work caring for the nation’s heritage and landscapes, ensuring they remain accessible and enjoyed by everyone.

What it's like to work here

Wimpole Estate is a remarkable destination - home to an elegant mansion, a working farm, and stunning gardens set within beautiful parkland.

Visitor numbers have risen in recent years, earning Wimpole a reputation as one of the National Trust’s most successful and dynamic properties. Life here is fast‑paced, as you’d expect from such a popular location, but you’ll be part of a supportive team united by a shared purpose and passion for what we do.

You’ll be on hand to offer support and advice to property colleagues and take the lead on all marketing and communications activity for Wimpole. You'll be planning, creating, editing, proof‑reading, co‑ordinating, collating and sharing content for offline and online channels. You will work on our website and support our social media activity, sharing fascinating stories about the work we do with the media and enticing visitors to come back season after season.

Overall, it’s a diverse and challenging role and a great step for those wanting to pursue a career in marketing and communications.

Who we're looking for

Applications from redeployed employees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below:

• able to manage your time and workload to meet deadlines
• confident in writing and speaking clearly
• a team player who can also work independently
• quick to understand information and create content
• experienced in planning marketing throughout the year
• careful with detail and confident proofreading

Criteria for all other applicants:

• organised and able to prioritise your workload and meet tight deadlines
• skilled at both written and spoken communications
• a team player, who can also work on your own initiative
• good at absorbing information quickly, and generating written content and imagery
• able to create captivating year‑round marketing plans
• a skilled proof‑reader

The package

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

National Trust place

Wimpole Hall, Arrington, Cambridge, SG8 0BW

Documents

Senior Communications & Marketing Officer - Career Level B.pdf

Requirements

Compliance. Eligibility to in the UK

Closing Date: 15th February 2026

To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.

If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at [e-mail]

If you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at [e-mail] and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.

Equal Opportunities Statement

The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here .

Safeguarding Statement

The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre.

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early.