Communication Director jobs in United Kingdom

Following a record-breaking year, Cratus’ is strengthening our Planning Communications team. We are seeking a Director to play a leading role in the future development of Cratus’ work across the Home Counties. The candidate will be or become an expert in the areas South of London and will be responsible for building political and client relationships, and forging a high performing team.

With a passion for politics and a commitment to community, Cratus supports organisations which would like to engage with the public sector and the communities it serves.

We have an important opportunity for a Director to join and lead one of our Planning teams, specialising in political and community engagement and communications.

The candidate taking the role will be the lynchpin of the team, working with other team members to create and deliver a bespoke marketing plan, creating a happy and financially thriving team. The Director will be working to build our reputation and to ensure that Cratus becomes the obvious choice for all Planning Comms in the Southern Home Counties.

Working with our established reputation and network, the Director will expand our operations, including cross-selling services in their region. The Director will lead the team, playing a crucial role in developing team culture to achieve collective goals.

The Director will be responsible for the division’s P&L alongside the Chief Executive.

The main activities of the role are:

• Team development and direction
• Business development
• Client delivery
• Reporting and business admin
• Directing our Development Forums

• Salary: Competitive
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave + one volunteering day
• Central London office with good coffee, free snacks and on-site gym with classes
• Regular team socials and company-wide events
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Private medical insurance upon becoming permanent