Senior Transport Communications Leader

Government Recruitment Service; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department is seeking a Chief Press Officer to lead their communications team. The role involves managing media relations, providing strategic advice to senior officials, and developing proactive communication strategies. This position emphasizes leadership, crisis management, and building strong relationships with the media. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in communications, a record of strong political understanding, and the ability to effectively coach team members to achieve high performance.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 28.97%

25 days annual leave, increasing with service

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior communications role.
• Experience managing a team effectively.
• Ability to provide media-handling advice confidently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of press officers in media relations.
• Provide media-handling advice to senior officials.
• Develop proactive media strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis communications

Political understanding

Media relations

Job description

A government department is seeking a Chief Press Officer to lead their communications team. The role involves managing media relations, providing strategic advice to senior officials, and developing proactive communication strategies. This position emphasizes leadership, crisis management, and building strong relationships with the media. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in communications, a record of strong political understanding, and the ability to effectively coach team members to achieve high performance.