The FBU is the voice of firefighters in the UK, representing the uniformed front line staff of the fire and rescue services. We are the only recognised trade union negotiating nationally with employers on behalf of firefighters and emergency fire control staff. FBU is supporting our members through challenging times of public sector spending cuts and intense public and media interest in fire service provision.

We wish to recruit a Head of Communications to spearhead our publicity campaigns and to handle our relations with the media. You will also lead and manage our small Communications team. You will have a solid background in journalism and a proven ability to grasp the current issues facing the FBU and our members. You will be adept at utilising all available resources and opportunities to promote our campaigns. Understanding and experience of the requirements of a Communications team within a trade union is essential. Previous experience and training in leading and managing people would be an advantage.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to play a key role in developing and delivering the message for the FBU. You will report directly to the General Secretary/ National Officer (Staffing) and will have a wide and challenging range of responsibilities. These include developing and implementing the union internal and external media and communications strategies and developing union campaigns on a range of issues. You will work collaboratively with a wide range of people, both internally and externally.