Communications and Engagement Senior Consultant

Keyframe Consulting Limited; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Flexible working

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Keyframe Consulting Limited is looking for a Communications and Engagement Senior Consultant in Cheltenham to support national security communications initiatives. The role involves developing communication materials, maintaining channels, and supporting campaign leads while engaging with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a CIPR or similar qualification and at least three years of delivery experience. Benefits include 28 days annual leave, flexible working, and opportunities for self-directed learning.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years of experience in communications delivery.
• Active DV clearance is essential for security.
• Ability to work on-site from Cheltenham or North West England.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications artefacts for campaigns.
• Maintain internal communication channels.
• Support campaign leads with insight gathering.
• Coordinate external events and engagements.

Skills

Stakeholder mapping

Relationship building

Copywriting

Communications planning

Education

CIPR or IOIC qualification

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Communications and Engagement Senior Consultant

Our government client requires communications and engagement specialists to support in the delivery of communications activities on behalf of the central strategic communications team at the heart of a cutting edge part of the UK's national security.

You will work as part of a dynamic communications team providing support to campaign leads in a fast paced, political and emerging area of national security. Every day will be different and this is a unique opportunity for someone with the right skillset.

Core Responsibilities

• Development of communications artefacts to support campaign delivery
• Maintenance of communications channels (including internal web pages, core briefing packs, communications grids and stakeholder logs)
• Stakeholder mapping, relationship building and insight gathering
• Planning and delivery of internal workforce events and briefings
• Coordination and delivery of external events and engagements
• Writing copy for leadership messaging, newsletters, blogs and speeches
• Planning and delivering the organisation’s drumbeat communications activities
• Creation of visually engaging marketing and digital materials
• Audience mapping: Segmenting audiences and understanding their needs
• Storytelling and creative communications: Turning complex business and technical information into clear and engaging messaging
• Insight and evaluation: Measuring and evaluating communication effectiveness
• Self-starter: Proactively spotting opportunities to support the wider team while managing a fluctuating workload
• Copywriting and content design: Proficiency in MS Office tools. Skilled in use of Adobe Creative Suite is desired but not essential

Requirements

• A CIPR, IOIC or similar professional qualification in communications, or at least three years delivery experience
• Security clearance: Active DV (developed vetting) clearance is essential
• Ability to work on client site from either Cheltenham and/or the North West of England

Rewards and Benefits

We will consider applications for both contract and permanent positions. For permanent positions, we offer a generous employment package with a salary dependent on experience, performance, and responsibility.

• 28 days annual leave
• Flexible working (dependent on client delivery requirements)
• Self‑directed learning and development opportunities

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements and are part of the Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) or qualify under the Armed Forces Covenant will be guaranteed an interview as part of our commitment to equal opportunities and supporting veterans, reservists, armed forces families, and individuals with disabilities – (please let us know in your application if this applies to you).