Communications Assistant

The role
Start your communications career with us and help support our purpose of ensuring that people and nature thrive together in Wales.

This is a placement opportunity for individuals who have recently (within 18 months) gained a graduate qualification in a relevant discipline, such as communications, public relations, journalism, digital communications or marketing.

You will help us tell our story and work towards achieving our well-being goals so that by 2030 nature is recovering, communities are more resilient to climate change, and pollution is minimised.

You will contribute by delivering clear and effective communications to colleagues, stakeholders, journalists, and the public. The role includes corporate communications, media relations, campaign planning, and creating social media content.

You will support both proactive and reactive work, assisting with enquiries as a first point of contact.

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 NRW 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 - 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 us
NRW 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.

We are custodians of 7% of Wales' land, including the Welsh Government Woodland Estate, flood defences, and National Nature Reserves. It is our duty to pursue the Sustainable Management of Natural Resources.

You'll be part of a friendly and supportive Communications Team that works collaboratively across the organisation.

You'll report to the Corporate Communications Team Leader and will be mentored by experienced communication professionals who will help you develop your skills, confidence and professional portfolio.
What you will do

• 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 NRW's social presence relevant.
• Contribute to campaign evaluation by producing monitoring reports and applying insights to improve engagement and reach. Help maintain team resources such as planning grids, stakeholder lists, and evaluation data.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to support their communications needs and build confidence in using communication tools.
• Undertake health and safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post
• Be committed to Natural Resources Wales Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy , together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post
• Be committed to your own development through the effective use of your personal development plan (known as Sgwrs).
• Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role.

Your qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills
In your application and interview you will be asked to demonstrate the following skills and experience using the STAR method.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. Understanding of public sector communications in Wales, including bilingual and accessible communication requirements. Ability to reflect NRW's values: connected, bold, caring, and resourceful. Willingness to learn and develop, take initiative, and seek advice when needed. Welsh Language level requirements

• Essential: A1 - Entry level

Welsh language levels

Please note if you do not meet the level A1 requirement i.e., ability to understand basic phrases and ability to pronounce Welsh names correctly, then NRW offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Benefits
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:

• Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 28.97% (successful internal staff will remain in their current pension scheme)
• 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
• generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
• commitment to professional development
• health and wellbeing benefits and support
• weekly wellbeing hour to use as you choose

See full details for all the employee benefits you will receive.
Please keep reading
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.

We are committed to equal opportunities, and we guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

We want to attract and retain talented and highly skilled staff, so we make sure that our pay scales remain competitive. We advertise the full pay scale on our job descriptions. Appointed candidates start at the first point of the pay scale and annual increments are paid each year.

Unless otherwise stated in the 'Role' section of this advert, Natural Resources Wales is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Although we hold a Skilled Worker visa sponsorship licence, it applies only to specific roles that meet both the eligibility criteria and salary requirements set out by the UK Government under the Skilled Worker visa route.

We want our staff to grow professionally and personally. From leadership development to access to further and higher education courses, our staff have opportunities to expand their knowledge on variety of topics, stay current in their field and continue to learn as their career progresses.

We are a Bilingual organisation which complies with the Welsh Language Standards. Welsh language skills are considered an asset to NRW, and we encourage and support staff to learn, develop and use their Welsh language skills.