Head of Corporate Communications & Stakeholder Engagement

TalkTalk; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK telecom company is seeking a communications leader to drive stakeholder engagement and manage external communications. The role offers flexible hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare and generous holidays. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience managing diverse stakeholders, along with the ability to work alongside senior executives in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Generous holiday package

Private healthcare

Performance-related bonus opportunities

Free broadband for all employees

Qualifications

• Well-rounded leader with communication and engagement experience.
• Ability to distil complex concepts into understandable terms.
• Experience working with senior executives is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage external communications across various stakeholders.
• Drive a unified communications and stakeholder engagement strategy.
• Advise on regulatory and policy developments.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Job description

Role Purpose

A new role to lead our reshaped communications & stakeholder engagement team focused on delivering a unified narrative across all TalkTalk's touch points, from colleagues to media to government to regulators. Reporting to the Chief Corporate Affairs & Marketing Officer, the role-holder will have a unique chance to help drive the ongoing repositioning of the business as we continue our transformation journey.

Main Responsibilities

• Drive a unified communications & stakeholder engagement team focused on communicating with all our key stakeholders to protect and promote our business
• Lead on external communications with media, suppliers and partners, including as appropriate financial communications for TalkTalk Group
• Lead on colleague communications, working closely with TalkTalk's Chief People Officer and their team
• Lead on engagement with our regulatory stakeholders, within Ofcom and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, focused on delivering a strong understanding of the unique nature of our business
• Advise the Executive Committee on key regulatory and policy developments, and appropriate courses of action where necessary, as well as overseeing statutory Information requests, policy campaigns and any related regulatory and policy conversations
• Manage a cross-company sprint to de‑jargon TalkTalk, working closely with the Head of Customer Communications & Marketing on this
• Responsible, with the Head of Brand & Digital Marketing, for managing PR strategy and ensuring it fits to our overall communications strategy
• Work closely with the Head of Culture, Learning & Engagement on delivering a unified colleague engagement plan aligned with a new colleague communication strategy focused on uniting our in‑house and extended workforce
• Deputise for the Director of Corporate Affairs & Marketing as appropriate, including assistance in board reporting as required

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Knowledge: A well‑rounded communications and engagement leader who can distil complex concepts and arguments into bite‑sized chunks. Working knowledge of the regulatory framework within which TalkTalk operates is highly desirable. Telecoms sector knowledge is desirable but not essential.

Skills: A talented leader who is used to managing teams and stakeholders across the board. A natural communicator who can deliver major projects with the right guidance and understands the importance of the use of data in communication. Strong commercial acumen a plus. The ability to give actionable advice will be crucial to this role.

Experience: Experience of working alongside senior executives is highly desirable. A communicator with proven experience either in‑house or as a consultant, who is comfortable juggling different stakeholders at the same time.

Behaviours / Values Fit: A pragmatic team‑player who isn’t afraid to challenge colleagues no matter their position in the organisations. Focused on delivering for our customers and our colleagues.

Additional Information

Some out‑of‑office hours will be required as appropriate related to media and other responsibilities.

Be Yourself. Make an Impact. Join Us.

As a recognised Top 50 Inclusive Employer in the UK, we believe that diversity fuels innovation and success. We’re committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities and customers we serve. At TalkTalk, inclusion is part of our DNA – we’re all 100% human, and we’ve created a culture where you can truly be yourself.

We’re not your traditional 9‑5. We’re a dynamic, flexible workplace, and we’re excited to hear how you like to work. Whether you thrive in collaboration, focus better at home, or prefer a bit of both – let’s make it work.

What We Offer

• Flexible hybrid working – with a minimum of 50% office presence to support teamwork and connection
• Collaborative office spaces designed for creative thinking and innovation
• Free on‑site parking at our offices
• Generous holiday package – 25 days annual leave, 3 wellbeing days, and your birthday off (plus the option to buy up to 10 more days!)
• Private healthcare for all employees
• Competitive pension scheme and performance‑related bonus opportunities
• Free broadband for all employees
• Life event gifts – celebrating milestones like marriages and births
• Inclusive employee networks – open to all, supporting peer connection and thought‑provoking conversations
• Salary sacrifice scheme – save on dental, gym, and more
• Big retail and leisure discounts
• 3 paid volunteering days a year – because making a difference matters to us too