Director, External Affairs & Public Engagement

HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HS2 Ltd is seeking a strategic communications leader to manage external and internal communications, including media relations, issues management and stakeholder engagement. The role focuses on delivering the railway safely and efficiently, while shaping messaging and campaigns that promote HS2's story and benefits.

The successful candidate will lead the public affairs strategy, engage with national and regional stakeholders, and advocate for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion across the

Qualifications

• Proven ability to grasp, understand and promote complex issues to diverse audiences
• Strong analytical skills and ability to respond to changing stakeholder needs
• Proven ability to influence and manage senior-level relationships
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Lead on media relations, issues management and monitor press coverage
• Shape messaging and provide strategic communications guidance for HS2
• Engage with workforce and supply chain to support safe, efficient delivery
• Lead externally facing campaigns to tell the HS2 story and benefits

Skills

Media relations

Stakeholder engagement

Public affairs leadership

Crisis management

Job description

HS2 Ltd is seeking a strategic communications leader to manage external and internal communications, including media relations, issues management and stakeholder engagement. The role focuses on delivering the railway safely and efficiently, while shaping messaging and campaigns that promote HS2's story and benefits.

The successful candidate will lead the public affairs strategy, engage with national and regional stakeholders, and advocate for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion across the