Senior Communications and Policy Manager

Pitch; Stafford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the utilities sector seeks a Senior Communications and Policy Manager for an interim role. The successful candidate will develop and implement a robust communications strategy while engaging with high-level stakeholders. This position offers a competitive salary and the potential for a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior communications and policy role.
• Background in public sector or utilities.
• Experience in external communications and policy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the communications plan.
• Create strategic communications including media coverage.
• Manage production of policy documents and inquiries.

Skills

Communication

Policy Development

Stakeholder Engagement

Public Speaking

Relationship Building

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Senior Communications and Policy Manager, Stafford

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Pitch

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Stafford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

Senior Communications and Policy Manager – Interim opportunity

Location: Solihull – 2 days office/3 days home

Salary: Up to £70,000 (can be day rate equivalent or as FTC)

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced communications specialist to work in a role that makes a real impact, within an organization at the forefront of skills for a greener world.

Our client is the voice of the sector, working with members, government, and regulators to address skills challenges within the utilities sector. They provide membership, assurance, and skills solutions to help employers attract, develop, and maintain a skilled workforce.

As the Senior Communications and Policy Manager, you will work at Group level, reporting to the CEO, and liaising with sales, membership, marketing teams, and other senior stakeholders to create and deliver a robust communications plan for the upcoming five-year strategy, launching in October. You should be comfortable working with high-level stakeholders, including government leaders.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing the external and internal communications plan.
• Creating a strategic communications plan, including thought leadership, white papers, speaking opportunities, and media coverage.
• Executing the communications across channels such as web, video, social media, PR, and events.
• Managing the production of policy documents and handling consultation responses and inquiries.
• Preparing communications materials for political conferences and networking events.
• Developing and managing the company's positioning and responses to sector policies at various government levels, ensuring message consistency.

Background and experience required:

• Proven experience in a senior communications and policy role.
• Background in public sector, utilities, independent training providers, or similar; experience with awarding organizations is a plus.
• Experience in external communications, external affairs, and policy.
• Ability to present and speak at high-profile events, including government briefings.
• Influential with strong relationship-building skills.
• Willing to work from the Solihull office two days a week with flexibility to travel.

This role is initially offered as an interim position for approximately six months, with options for a fixed-term contract or day rate freelance arrangement. There is potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply.