Digital Lead

Digital Lead - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK You need JavaScript enabled to use this service. Cookies on Civil Service Jobs We'd like to use analytics cookies so we can understand how you use Civil Service Jobs and make improvements. We also use essential cookies to remember if you’ve accepted analytics cookies. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to accept analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to reject analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Skip to main content GOV.UK Civil Service Jobs Beta Your feedback will help us to improve. Home Sign in to your account Cymraeg Digital Lead Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 9th November 2026 Return to search results Details Reference number 486867 Salary £64,015 - £71,178 This role also currently attracts a Specialist Pay Lead allowance up to a maximum of £4,500. For details of our pay on appointment policy, please see below under the heading ‘Salary’. A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Grade 7 Contract type Permanent Business area DEFRA - SW - Communications Type of role Communications / Marketing Digital Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location London About the job Job summary This is a senior role leading digital communications for the department and its Arm’s Length Bodies (ALBs). You will be responsible for how we engage with audiences across digital channels, ensuring our online presence is strategic, effective, accessible and impactful. As Digital Lead, you will shape our approach to social media, online content, video and a range of digital platforms. You will champion direct, meaningful communication with citizens, ensuring our content is relevant, accessible and responsive to their needs. You will also build and maintain strong relationships with digital media publishers and influencers, working collaboratively to reach new audiences through their channels, communities and followers. Using data, insight and innovation, you will drive digital performance, grow and engage audiences, and maximise the