Communications and Engagement Manager

NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Nottingham is seeking a Communications and Engagement Manager to drive their net zero initiatives. You’ll develop a communications strategy, manage stakeholder relationships, and enhance visibility across platforms. Ideal candidates have a degree in a related field and proven experience in strategic communications. The role offers a hybrid work environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

26 days annual leave (rising to 33 after 5 years)

Access to a defined benefit pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a dynamic communications strategy.
• Enhance visibility and impact of the Hub's work across regional and national platforms.
• Lead collaborative engagement efforts and chair a national working group.

Skills

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Strategic thinking

Digital engagement skills

Education

Degree in communications, sustainability, public policy, or related field

Job description

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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

If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: https://emss.org.uk/support

By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

About Us

Thank you for your interest in working for Nottingham City Council. As one of the largest employers in Nottingham we offer a wide range of roles across a range of services. In return for your skill, drive and commitment to serving the people of Nottingham, we can help you to develop an exciting and rewarding career, with access to the following benefits.

In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to:

• 26 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years' service) + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually
• Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme offering 17.9%
• Smart Working - to support your work life balance
• Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres, cinema, shopping and much more!

Nottingham City Council is committed to recruiting a talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and with different abilities. We recruit for diversity and value difference.

We particularly want to hear from you if you are from Minority Ethnic communities, identify within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer+ community (LGBTQ+) and if you are Disabled - these groups of people are underrepresented in our workforce, and we'd like to reflect our local population more through our recruitment processes.

We are supportive of flexible working arrangements wherever possible and we would encourage you to discuss this with us during the selection process, should this be something you are interested in.