Consultation and Engagement Lead

Civic Recruitment Limited; Greater London; Sur place; GBP 56 000 - 74 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting an experienced Consultation and Engagement Lead for a 3‑month contract with a local authority in Hackney, United Kingdom. You will shape and execute engagement strategies, ensuring residents and stakeholders have meaningful input into decisions and service improvements.

Role emphasizes advising senior leaders, managing complex projects, and building strong relationships with community groups, tenants, and partners to deliver inclusive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in delivering consultation and engagement programs within local government, the public sector, or similarly complex environments.
• Proven track record in managing high-profile, sensitive, and politically significant consultation projects.
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders, elected officials, community groups, and residents.

Responsabilités

• Spearhead planning, execution, and assessment of intricate consultation and engagement initiatives.
• Develop inclusive strategies that foster participation from diverse and underrepresented communities.
• Ensure that consultation efforts are accessible, impactful, and aligned with the organization's goals.
• Oversee multiple consultation projects concurrently, ensuring they meet established timelines.
• Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with community groups, residents, tenants, leaseholders, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Offer expert advice and support to senior leaders, service managers, and elected officials on matters of consultation and engagement.
• Organize and lead meetings, workshops, public events, and other engagement activities to collect stakeholder input.

Connaissances

Stakeholder engagement

Formation

Degree-level qualification or equivalent in Communications/Public Relations/Community Engagement/Public Policy/Social Research

Description du poste

Hackney, United Kingdom | Posted on 11/09/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation.  That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3 months contract with a local authority

Summary

• The Consultation and Engagement Lead plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing consultation and engagement strategies within the organization. This position is crucial for ensuring that residents, stakeholders, tenants, leaseholders, and communities have substantial opportunities to impact decision-making, policy formulation, and service enhancements. The role involves offering expert guidance on best practices in consultation, adhering to statutory requirements, and employing effective engagement methodologies. The insights gathered from community interactions are vital for informing both strategic and operational decisions.
  

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the planning, execution, and assessment of intricate consultation and engagement initiatives.
  
• Develop inclusive strategies that foster participation from diverse and underrepresented communities.
  
• Ensure that consultation efforts are accessible, impactful, and aligned with the organization's goals.
  
• Oversee multiple consultation projects concurrently, ensuring they meet established timelines.
  
• Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with community groups, residents, tenants, leaseholders, partners, and key stakeholders.
  
• Offer expert advice and support to senior leaders, service managers, and elected officials on matters of consultation and engagement.
  
• Organize and lead meetings, workshops, public events, and other engagement activities to collect stakeholder input.
  

Requirements

• Extensive experience in delivering consultation and engagement programs within local government, the public sector, or similarly complex environments.
  
• Proven track record in managing high-profile, sensitive, and politically significant consultation projects.
  
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders, elected officials, community groups, and residents.
  

Essential Qualifications Required

• A degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience in Communications, Public Relations, Community Engagement, Public Policy, Social Research, or a related field.
  

Additional Information

• This is a 3-month contract with a local authority.
  
• The daily rate is £353.87 per day umbrella
  
• Payments are processed bi-weekly.