Project Communications Manager (Contract)

Devonshire; England; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 129,000; Part time

Job summary

A London-based organization is seeking a Project Communications Manager on a contract basis to support a high-profile programme. The successful candidate will lead the communications strategy, manage messaging for clarity, and advise senior stakeholders. This role is ideal for experienced communications professionals comfortable in complex environments. The position is aimed at those at the mid-senior level in the marketing domain.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in project or programme communications.
• Comfortable operating in complex or regulated environments.
• Calm, credible and solutions-focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a joined-up communications strategy.
• Own internal and external messaging for clarity and consistency.
• Advise senior leaders on communications and risk management.
• Manage reactive and crisis communications when required.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Skills

Project or programme communications

Stakeholder management

Written communication skills

Crisis communications

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Project Communications Manager (Contract)

Direct message the job poster from Devonshire

I’m working with a London-based organisation on a Project Communications Manager contract to support a high-profile, complex programme, starting ASAP.

This role will suit an experienced and senior communications professional who can confidently lead end-to-end programme communications and act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders.

The role:

• Lead and deliver a joined-up communications strategy across a major programme
• Own internal and external messaging, ensuring clarity, transparency and consistency
• Advise senior leaders on communications, reputation and risk
• Manage reactive and crisis communications when required
• Work closely with cross-functional teams and external partners

Ideal background:

• Strong experience in project or programme communications
• Comfortable operating in complex or regulated environments
• Excellent stakeholder management and written communication skills
• Calm, credible and solutions-focused

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Marketing