Senior External Communications Lead – Public Sector

Confidential; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work 2-3 days/week

Six-month contract

Job summary

Confidential in London is seeking an Assistant Director, External Communications to lead the organisation's external communications planning and delivery. Based in London, you will guide the team to ensure the message reaches the General Public, Ministers, stakeholders and communities with consistency.

You will oversee media relations, provide strategic advice, support ELT with media training, and collaborate with internal teams to align messaging. Hybrid work 2–3 days/week for six months.

Qualifications

• Experience in Civil Service related communications is desirable.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic communication plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing media relations with strong political awareness.
• Leadership experience and supporting ELT.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive external communications strategy.
• Oversee creation and distribution of press releases, media responses, and public statements.
• Provide strategic advice on media relations and stakeholder relations.
• Support the ELT with media training for events, select committees and other media moments.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align messaging with organisational goals.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication campaigns.
• Manage relationships with key external stakeholders, including media outlets and partners.
• Ensure all external communications adhere to organisational standards and policies.
• Lead a team of communication professionals, providing guidance and support.

Skills

Media & Stakeholder comms

Strategic comms planning

Leadership & people management

Political awareness

Job description

Confidential in London is seeking an Assistant Director, External Communications to lead the organisation's external communications planning and delivery. Based in London, you will guide the team to ensure the message reaches the General Public, Ministers, stakeholders and communities with consistency.

You will oversee media relations, provide strategic advice, support ELT with media training, and collaborate with internal teams to align messaging. Hybrid work 2–3 days/week for six months.