Campaign Manager (Bath, North East Somerset & Hanham)

Job Title: Campaign Manager (Bath, North East Somerset & Hanham)

Working For: Bath, North East Somerset & Hanham Liberal Democrats

Location: Bath

Salary: £29,000 – £35,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)

Length of Contract: Until May 2027

Job Details

Lead campaigning in one of the Lib Dems’ most successful local parties.

We hold a significant majority on Bath & North East Somerset Council (with 39 councillors) and the MP for Bath. We are seeking a manager to lead our operation through to the May 2027 local elections, to defend our Council majority and build campaign capacity.

Role

Managing a team of three Campaign Assistants and many volunteers, you will oversee the strategy, literature, and "ground war" required to keep us winning. We seek someone who:

• Has experience supervising staff and motivating volunteer teams
• Can design high-quality literature and write persuasive copy that wins votes
• Can manage complex projects/budgets in a fast-paced political environment
• Is driven to deliver electoral success.

Key Responsibilities

1. Campaign Management

• Implement the plan agreed with the Campaign Team
• Organise canvassing teams, delivery networks, and clerical sessions
• Ensure literature is designed, printed, and delivered on time
• Use our database to target voters effectively and report on progress.

2. Staff & Volunteer Leadership

• Supervise junior staff, providing day-to-day direction, training, and support
• Recruit, train, and retain a diverse team of volunteers
• Be the main point of contact for councillors and activists
• Organise regular action days and social events to build team spirit and momentum.

3. Comms & Design

• Design high-quality leaflets, letters, and tabloids using publishing software
• Draft compelling copy that translates complex local issues into persuasive messages for voters
• Oversee digital channels, ensuring our social media and websites align with wider campaign strategy.

4. Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with Council Group leadership, MP for Bath, and PPC for NES&H
• Assist with local fundraising efforts.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple projects at once
• Experience supervising staff or leading volunteer teams
• Excellent written English and strong proofreading skills
• Competence with MS Office and standard software
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Sympathy with the aims and values of Lib Dems.

Desirable:

• Experience with Affinity Publisher, Adobe InDesign, or similar
• Previous political campaigning (staff or voluntary)
• Familiarity with Lib Dem software.

Closing Date: 28 February 2026

Interview/Start Dates

We will review applications as they are received and may appoint before the closing date.

Application Details

Please send a covering letter and CV, clearly outlining your suitability for the role in relation to the description above, to jobs@bathneslibdems.org.uk. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Please note: We will not be able to employ you if you are not eligible to work in the UK. We will not be able to obtain a work permit on your behalf.

The Liberal Democrats are equal opportunity employers and particularly welcome applications from groups who are currently under-represented in our staff.