Communications and Engagement Contractor

About Our Client

A leading Sub-national Transport Body committed to improving connectivity and driving sustainable economic growth across the North. It collaborates with local authorities, businesses, and government to shape long-term transport strategies, ensuring a more connected region.

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans.
• Manage projects/campaigns as directed to support delivery organisation's business plan
• Engage and manage relationships with key stakeholders in the transport & distribution industry.
• Oversee the creation of marketing materials for various campaigns.
• Lead the Communications and Engagement team within the Marketing & Agency department.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of communication strategies.
• Ensure communication strategies align with company objectives.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure a consistent company message.
• Act as Communications Business Partner to designated teams providing support/guidance to deliver Communications/engagement plan.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Communications and Engagement professional should have:

• Substantial experience in managing effective public affairs and engagement activities including media relations, social media, internal communications, stakeholder engagement, conference and events and e-communications.
• Proven ability to deal with a wide cross section of stakeholders and partners effectively, clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Experience of working in a multi-channel Communications/Corporate Engagement role
• Ability to delivering Communications/Corporate Engagement campaigns to support key organisational priorities.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to implement effective communication plans.
• Experience of using relevant digital channels and associated software e.g. social media, newsletter production/distribution and associated analytics/reporting.

• A competitive salary range of £320 to £450 per day.
• The opportunity to work in a fast-paced and thriving industry.
• A strong company culture that promotes professional growth and learning.
• Hybrid working arrangement

If you are a driven and strategic Communications and Engagement professional, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Apply today to join our dynamic team in Manchester.