Communications Officer

Organisation: Paddle UK
Salary: £24,500 to £26,000 per annum
Location: Nottingham
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 3 September 2025
Interview date: 15 September 2025
Job Description: About Us

Paddle UK is the Governing Body for Paddlesports. We have had many advances in our sport and paddling now covers a wide range of interests and passions as a sport and a leisure activity for all. We want to support and provide opportunities for everyone to enjoy and realise their potential within all aspects of paddling regardless of their age, background or ability.

Salary: £24,500 to £26,000 per annum
Working Pattern: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with some evening and weekend work
Closing Date: 3rd September 2025
Interview Date: 15th September 2025

The Role

Are you a talented copywriter with a knack for crafting highly engaging digital content that grabs attention and sparks action?

Paddle UK is searching for a highly organised, proactive and creative Communications Officer to elevate its profile and connect with diverse audiences in meaningful ways.

They will be the voice behind our international events and wider Paddle UK campaigns. They will use their writing and content creation skills to create news articles, digital content as well as PR, capturing the attention of paddling enthusiasts and media outlets.

This integral role will be at the forefront of growing the Paddle UK brand within the sporting landscape – getting close to the action, connecting with our passionate community and inspiring new participants.

Your words and pictures will be instrumental in achieving Paddle UK’s mission to become A Paddling Nation.

Full details of the role can be found in the Job Description using the link below.

We recognise the contribution our employees make and think these benefits reflect our appreciation:

- Hybrid working - 2 days a week in the office
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Option to purchase annual leave (salary sacrifice)
- Pension Scheme, 9% total contribution (salary sacrifice)
- Dress for your day (jeans acceptable)
- Free onsite parking and bike storage

To find out more about Paddle UK, our benefits, culture and recruitment process please visit our Careers Centre on our website.

If you have any questions about the role or to arrange an informal chat, please contact Ruth Norfolk, PR & Communications Manager via ruth.norfolk@paddleuk.org.uk and we’ll organise a call.
How to apply: To apply and to access the job description please click on the following link: https://britishcanoeing.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=56c20f38-1364-4836-816c-6ff2aa882439