Communications Officer: Corporate & Strategic

Alzheimer’s Research UK seeks a Communications Officer, Corporate and Strategic to help deliver campaigns and major projects such as the Dementia Attitudes Monitor and the charity’s annual report.

The Communications Department inspires, informs and engages the public by showcasing Alzheimer’s Research UK’s mission, impact and scientific progress across all channels. We lead the charity’s media and strategic communications activity, ensuring clear, accurate and compelling storytelling that supports research, fundraising and organisational priorities.

The Communications Officer, Corporate and Strategic is a key role within our communications activity and requires someone with previous experience in a similar communications role, who can bring the skills, knowledge and practical experience needed to deliver high-quality campaigns and communications that support ARUK’s strategic goals.

The postholder helps to create engaging, accessible content for cross‑channel campaigns, contributes to major communications projects, and ensures that messaging is consistent, evidence‑based and aligned with organisational priorities. This may include supporting our executive team around speaking opportunities, co-ordinating the development of important publications such as our biennial Dementia Attitudes Monitor and annual report, supporting our corporate partners and providing communications insight for cross-organisational initiatives like Think Brain Health, World Alzheimer’s Month and our Christmas campaign.

Reporting to the Communications Manager, Corporate and Strategic, this individual will work collaboratively with colleagues across Strategic Marketing, Policy, Digital, Brand, Research Communications, Media and PR, and Corporate Partnerships. The role involves working with the Communications Manager to develop communications strategy and plans, coordinating campaign workflows, ensuring consistent organisational messaging gathering accurate information, and supporting the delivery of integrated communications activity. The Communications Officer contributes to the smooth running of campaigns by maintaining organised processes, supporting planning and reporting, and helping to produce content that strengthens understanding of dementia and the urgent need for research.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Delivery & Production

• Support the research and production of campaigns and projects, including the Dementia Attitudes Monitor, our Annual Report and other activity.
• Support on development of communication plans and materials for supporter‑facing activities and campaigns.
• Write, edit and proof content for campaigns and projects ensuring accuracy and narrative alignment.

Research & Information Support

• Monitor external trends and sector‑relevant topics to inform content and news planning.

Cross‑Team Support & Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with Corporate Partnerships, Strategic Marketing, Policy, Research Comms and Brand teams on shared projects.
• Support internal communications for priority campaigns and strategic projects.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand content needs.

Administration, Planning & Coordination

• Provide project coordination support for major cross‑channel campaigns.
• Maintain clear documentation ensuring campaign materials and project assets are well organised.
• Contribute to content calendars for news and campaigns.

Quality, Accuracy & Compliance

• Support continuous improvement by sharing campaign insights and recommending enhancements.
• Champion equity, diversity and inclusion in all communications.
• Ensure clear, accurate and consistent messaging across all outputs.

What This Role Delivers

• Engaging, accessible cross‑channel campaign content that strengthens ARUK’s strategic communications.
• Improved coordination of major campaigns and strategic communications projects.
• Consistent, accurate messaging across digital, policy, fundraising and research channels.
• Stronger organisation‑wide understanding of the Dementia Attitudes Monitor and insight‑driven communications.

Knowledge, skills and experience needed:

• Experience in communications, campaigns, marketing or digital content roles.
• Strong writing, editing and proofing skills with attention to detail.
• Experience producing content across multiple channels.
• Ability to adapt complex topics into engaging communications.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Creative thinker with proactive, solutions‑focused approach.
• Collaborative, confident working across teams.
• Able to work independently with strong attention to detail.
• Confidence using digital tools, CMS platforms and MS Office.
• Enthusiastic about learning and communications best practice.

The closing date for applications is the 29th November 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

The Charity

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

The Benefits

It is important to offer a range of benefits which are designed to meet both the organisational and individual needs, are market competitive and designed to attract and retain employees.

For more details on working for Alzheimer’s Research UK click here.