Interim Communications Manager

An experienced Interim Communications Manager is required on an initial three-month contract. You'll work proactively on media relations, stakeholder communications and research-focused content across a public sector environment.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established public sector organisation. They are currently seeking an experienced communications professional to provide interim support across media relations, stakeholder engagement and internal communications

Description

• Delivering proactive and reactive media relations activity.
• Identifying and developing compelling media stories.
• Writing press releases, media briefings, statements and feature content.
• Supporting press office activity and responding to media enquiries.
• Translating complex communications for a variety of audiences.
• Developing and delivering multi-channel communications campaigns.
• Supporting stakeholder engagement.
• Providing communications advice and guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Supporting staff engagement activities and ensuring consistency of messaging across the organisation.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across communications and the wider organisation to achieve organisational objectives.

Profile

A successful Interim Communications Manager should have:

• Previous experience within healthcare, NHS, higher education or another public sector environment.
• A track record of delivering proactive media coverage and managing reactive press activity.
• Strong press office experience, including drafting press releases and handling media enquiries.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to simplify complex information.
• Experience developing relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Confidence working with senior leaders.
• Experience delivering communications across multiple channels, including digital and social media.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Job Offer

• Daily rate equivalent of 41,000 - 48,000 DOE
• Temporary contract offering flexibility in Leeds.

If you're interested in this role, apply now.