NCSC Social Media Lead

Overview

GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. It works with partners such as MI5 and MI6 to protect the UK from terrorism, cyber‑attacks and espionage. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), part of GCHQ, is the UK Government’s lead authority on cyber security and is at the heart of the cyber security strategy.

• Manage day‑to‑day operations of social media channels and create engaging multimedia content (copy, graphics, video).
• Collaborate with internal teams, government, international counterparts to deliver high‑impact social media output and stay updated on industry best practice.
• Analyse channel performance using reporting tools; identify areas for improvement and provide regular KPI reporting.

• Prior experience in social media or content creation with decision‑making and collaboration skills.
• Experience in journalism, public relations or government communications is advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills; ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines.
• Excellent writing, translating technical detail into compelling copy.
• Attention to detail, calm under pressure, strong interest in current news agenda and emerging issues.

• Seeing the Big Picture
• Communicating and Influencing
• Working Collaboratively
• Making Effective Decisions

• Salary £45,841 (includes £2,758 concessionary payment);
  London allowance £6,250 if based in London.
• Annual leave 25 days, rising to 30 after 5 years, plus 10.5 public/privilege holidays.
• Recognition through the employee performance scheme.
• Interest‑free season ticket loan, cycle‑to‑work scheme, gym and coffee bar facilities.
• Paid parental and adoption leave.
• Excellent pension scheme – Civil Service pension.

GCHQ is a Disability Confident Leader and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including under‑represented groups, to build a workforce that reflects society.