Strategic Communications Lead (Government/Public Affairs)

This role will shape narrative, influence decision‑makers and manage high‑profile, politically sensitive communications across government, regulators and public sector stakeholders.

• Lead government and public affairs communications strategy aligned to policy and reform priorities
• Act as senior advisor to executive leaders on political and reputational risk
• Develop briefings, position papers, stakeholder messaging and consultation materials
• Engage with central government, regulators and public sector partners
• Manage communications around reform, funding, legislation and public accountability
• Integrate communications activity with programme delivery and governance

• Senior experience in government, public sector or policy communications
• Strong background in public affairs, external affairs or lobbying‑focused comms
• Experience handling politically sensitive or high‑risk communications
• Excellent senior‑level briefing and stakeholder engagement skills

HE experience desirable but not essential

Thank you for applying, We have a number of applicant applying for each role, apologies if we do not come back on your profile, it is very difficult to respond to all applicants.