Temporary Graduate Communications, Governance and Employer Liaison Officer

Job Description

This document is also available in Welsh.

RCT Council's Graduate Programme 2026 offers a step towards an excellent career, making a difference with RCT Council. As we continue to provide high-quality services, the role of local government in shaping the future of communities is more important than ever. This programme offers intellectually stimulating challenges, providing services that affect thousands of lives in different ways.

Maximise Your Potential: Join RCT Council's Graduate Programme to work in a vibrant environment, learn new and transferable skills, meet diverse people, and develop a professional career in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Graduate Officers will receive full support to complete a Level 4 Project Management qualification or job-related technical training.

Pensions Section

The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a national public service pension scheme, forming a valuable part of the pay and reward package for eligible employees. The Rhondda Cynon Taf Pension Fund, as one of 86 administering authorities for the LGPS, serves over 80,000 members, participating employers, deferred members, and pensioners. Our Pension Section effectively manages all aspects of member pension benefits in adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements, ensuring robust governance and compliance.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Communications, Governance and Employer Liaison Officer to join our busy Pensions Team. The role focuses primarily on communications, requiring candidates to demonstrate strong and relevant skills complementing our team. You will work with the Management Team and senior colleagues to achieve set objectives and deadlines.

Required Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly.
• Confidence in working with data and digital tools.
• Demonstrating initiative, accuracy, and strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with various stakeholders and building effective professional relationships.
• Teamwork orientation.

Knowledge of pensions or the LGPS is preferable but not essential, with full training provided, including the opportunity to complete pension-specific qualifications.

Essential Criteria:

A minimum 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, e.g.

• Communications / Corporate Communications
• Public Relations
• Media and Communication Studies
• Journalism
• Digital Media / Digital Communications

Staff Benefits Package

• Tailored induction programme.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Graduate Co-ordinator.
• Hybrid working opportunities.
• Pension Scheme.
• 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Financial management scheme.
• Subsidised membership fees for Leisure Centres within RCT.
• Vivup discount card for businesses.

Protecting children and vulnerable adults is a core responsibility of all Council staff. The Council values workforce diversity and strives to prevent unlawful discrimination during recruitment and selection processes. Diverse staff networks are available, including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network, and Perthyn, our LGBTQ+ Network.

Applications submitted in Welsh will not be disadvantaged compared to those submitted in English. The Council supports a guaranteed interview scheme for Level 3 Welsh speakers meeting essential criteria. RCT Council is committed to the Armed Forces pledge, ensuring applicants identifying as Armed Forces members who meet essential criteria are offered an interview.