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Communications Assistant - Graduate Placement

Natural Resources Wales

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Overview

Natural Resources Wales is the biggest Welsh Government Sponsored Body and our work to protect and enhance Wales’ natural environment impacts everything that matters most - our communities, our wildlife, and our future.
£30,008 to £32,107
per year
Full time, Hybrid
(37 hours per week, fixed term until 31st August 2028)
You will be contracted to the nearest Natural Resources Wales office to your home and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. 

Key information

You will be able to work flexibly, whether from home, in one of our offices, or on location. You will be contracted to the nearest Natural Resources Wales office to your home and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who wants to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful work that benefits both people and the natural environment. The role will be offered on a fixed-term basis for 12 months.

To make an informal enquiry about this role, please contact Yvonne Burson at yvonne.burson@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk  

Interviews will take place between 29 April to 1 May 2026 through Microsoft Teams.

Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check. Appointments are normally made within 4 to 8 weeks of the closing date. 

About the role

  • Assist in creating engaging and accessible content for a range of audiences and channels, including internal updates, media statements, social media posts, and simple graphics or videos.
  • Translate campaign ideas into compelling social media content that drives engagement.
  • Provide communications and administrative support across campaigns, media handling, digital channels, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Act as the first point of contact for journalist enquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses, and maintain the media enquiries log. Support the preparation of media lines, briefings, and press statements.
  • Monitor traditional and social media for risks, opportunities, and trends, and produce responsive content to keep Natural Resources Wales social presence relevant.


For the full job description, including the key areas of responsibilities and accountabilities, please click the 'apply now' button.


We’re passionate about creating a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. We embrace equality of opportunity irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. 

Requirements

  • A graduate qualification in a relevant discipline such as communications, public relations, journalism, digital communications, or marketing.
  • Experience in a communications, media, or public relations environment through employment, voluntary work, or study.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor content for different audiences and strong attention to detail.
  • Confidence using digital tools and platforms, including Microsoft Office, social media channels, and media monitoring tools.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
  • Good interpersonal skills and a customer-focused approach, able to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.