West Midlands Communications Director: Lead Regional Growth

West Midlands Combined Authority; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme (oneof

Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Con t

Job summary

The West Midlands Combined Authority is seeking a Director of Communications to lead an integrated communications, media, marketing, digital and brand function. You will advise senior leaders, shape compelling narratives and drive regional pride and transformation.

You will inspire and develop multidisciplinary teams, manage governance and budgets, and partner with authorities and stakeholders to raise the region's profile nationally and internationally.

Qualifications

• A degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Chartered status or a relevant senior-level qualification in communications, public relations, marketing or a related discipline, such as CIPR or CIM accreditation.
• Evidence of continued professional and leadership development.

Responsibilities

• Set the direction. Develop and deliver an ambitious, integrated communications, media, marketing, digital and brand strategy that brings WMCA priorities, the Mayor's ambitions and outcomes for the region to life.
• Advise at the highest level. Provide trusted, politically astute counsel to the Mayor, Chief Executive, Executive Board and senior leaders, navigating complex and high-profile issues while protecting and strengthening WMCA's reputation.
• Inspire great people. Lead and develop senior managers and multidisciplinary teams, embedding the People & Culture Strategy through inclusive leadership, colleague engagement, professional development and shared accountability.
• Connect our organisation. Lead corporate and internal communications that build understanding, support change and transformation, and help colleagues feel informed, valued and connected to WMCA's purpose and priorities.
• Build a stronger regional voice. Work closely with the Strategy Unit, Mayoral Team, constituent authorities and regional partners to shape compelling narratives and campaigns that build pride and strengthen the West Midlands' profile nationally and internationally.
• Make every pound and campaign count. Oversee performance, governance and financial management across the portfolio, ensuring communications are evidence-led, accessible, politically appropriate, measurable and deliver value for money.

Skills

Strategic communications leadership

Crisis communications

Stakeholder engagement

Media relations

Public affairs

Education

Degree-level qualification

CIPR/CIM accreditation

Evidence of ongoing professional development

Job description

The West Midlands Combined Authority is seeking a Director of Communications to lead an integrated communications, media, marketing, digital and brand function. You will advise senior leaders, shape compelling narratives and drive regional pride and transformation.

You will inspire and develop multidisciplinary teams, manage governance and budgets, and partner with authorities and stakeholders to raise the region's profile nationally and internationally.