Communications and Engagement Manager

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Job summary

A regional government body in Nottingham is seeking a Communications and Engagement Manager to lead strategic communications for the Midlands Net Zero Hub. The ideal candidate will possess a degree and strong experience in communications and public policy. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, including hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Great leave entitlement

Innovative and inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic communications and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven track record in managing complex projects and budgets.
• Strong understanding of net-zero policy and public sector governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a communications strategy for the Midlands Net Zero Hub.
• Lead engagement efforts and chair a national working group.
• Enhance visibility and impact of net-zero initiatives across the region.

Skills

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Strategic thinking

Digital engagement

Education

Degree in communications or related field

Job description

Contract Type: 12-month fixed Term

Working Hours: 37 Hours a Week

Worker Type: Hybrid Worker

Salary: Starting Salary is £46,142 (Level 1) rising to £49,282 (Level 4) per annum (pro rata for part-time)

Location: Clocktower, Eastcroft Depot, London Road, Nottingham NG2 3AH

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join the Midlands Net Zero Hub as our Communications and Engagement Manager.

This role will sit within the Midlands Net Zero Hub, a DESNZ-funded organisation for which Nottingham City Council is our accountable body.

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the Role

Join the Midlands Net Zero Hub as our Engagement and Communications Lead and play a pivotal role in driving the UK’s transition to net zero. You’ll develop and deliver a dynamic communications strategy, championing the Hub’s objectives across regional and national platforms. Working closely with senior stakeholders, including government departments, Ministers, and community leaders. You’ll enhance the visibility and impact of our work.

This is a unique opportunity to lead collaborative engagement efforts, chair a national working group, and shape the narrative of local net-zero initiatives across the Midlands and beyond.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualifications: A degree or equivalent experience in communications, sustainability, public policy, or a related field is essential.
• Experience: The role requires proven experience in strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and managing complex projects and budgets.
• Knowledge: A Strong understanding of net-zero policy, public sector governance, and regional and national policy landscapes is key.
• Skills: Excellent communication, relationship-building, strategic thinking, and digital engagement skills are vital.
• Competencies: The post holder must demonstrate leadership, collaboration, adaptability, initiative, and integrity.

You can find the job description for this post here

At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For informal enquiries please contact Jack Hayhoe (Head of Net Zero Programmes), by email at [e-mail]

Closing Date: 29th August 2025

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held: in early September 2025

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