Strategic Communications & External Affairs Lead

GatenbySanderson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 93,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

GatenbySanderson is assisting the Local Government Association in appointing an Assistant Director of Communications and External Affairs. The role leads a broad function responsible for media, campaigns, content and external engagement, reporting to the Director of Communications and External Affairs.

You will shape national messaging, engage with ministers and civil servants, and drive outcomes for local government.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading communications, external affairs or influencing functions through significant change.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications, external affairs, engagement or influencing functions to deliver demonstrable outcomes.
• Build trusted relationships with MPs, senior officials and external partners.
• Shape organisational narratives and translate complexity into clear, persuasive communications.
• Measure impact and value of communications for members and the sector.

Skills

Media relations

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic communications

Political acumen

Editorial/storytelling

Job description

GatenbySanderson is assisting the Local Government Association in appointing an Assistant Director of Communications and External Affairs. The role leads a broad function responsible for media, campaigns, content and external engagement, reporting to the Director of Communications and External Affairs.

You will shape national messaging, engage with ministers and civil servants, and drive outcomes for local government.