Interim Assistant Director of External Affairs

Morgan Hunt Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt Recruitment seeks an Assistant Director of External Affairs for hybrid working from Central London. This temporary role requires immediate start and offers a day rate.

The candidate will lead external engagement strategies, manage relationships with key stakeholders including government bodies, and drive impactful communications initiatives across channels. Strong writing and stakeholder influence are essential, with a track record in strategy execution.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in external affairs, public relations, or communications.
• A strong understanding of the public or regulatory sector.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• A natural ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders.
• A track record of success in developing and executing communication strategies.
• Experience managing stakeholder relationships and public engagement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative strategies for external communications and stakeholder engagement.
• Lead high-profile initiatives that promote the organization's services and enhance public understanding of its work.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver consistent and compelling messaging across all platforms.
• Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies and other organizations.
• Oversee the creation of impactful communication materials, including reports and press releases.
• Monitor and analyze public perceptions of the organization, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.

Skills

External relations

Public relations

Stakeholder engagement

Communications strategy

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Director of External Affairs

Location: Hybrid working from Central London

Contract Type: Temporary, Immediate Start , Day rate

Are you ready to make an impact? We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Assistant Director of External Affairs to join our team on a temporary basis. This is your chance to take the lead in shaping external engagement strategies, building strong stakeholder relationships, and driving impactful communications initiatives. With an immediate start and a competitive day rate, this is the perfect opportunity to hit the ground running and make a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative strategies for external communications and stakeholder engagement.
• Lead high-profile initiatives that promote the organization's services and enhance public understanding of its work.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver consistent and compelling messaging across all platforms.
• Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies and other organizations.
• Oversee the creation of impactful communication materials, including reports and press releases.
• Monitor and analyze public perceptions of the organization, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.

Previous experience

• Proven experience in external affairs, public relations, or communications.
• A strong understanding of the public or regulatory sector.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• A natural ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders.
• A track record of success in developing and executing communication strategies.
• Experience managing stakeholder relationships and public engagement initiatives.