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Communications & Engagement Lead - 4 month contract (possible extension) - Hybrid - Corsham - £590 per day
FryerMiles are delighted to be working with a leading Consultancy on their recruitment of a Communications and Engagement Lead to support a high-profile UK Defence project. This role is critical to driving effective business change, stakeholder engagement, and delivering strategic communications across transformation programmes within a complex Defence environment.
Responsibilities include:
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Lead the development and execution of communications and engagement strategies for Defence transformation initiatives.
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Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing expert guidance on stakeholder management, change communications, and employee engagement.
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Design and deliver targeted communications plans to support business change activities and enhance stakeholder buy-in.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Programme Management, Change Management, and Technical Teams.
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Manage the creation of high-quality communications content (presentations, briefs, newsletters, digital content).
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Monitor engagement effectiveness, gather feedback, and continuously improve communication approaches.
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Ensure alignment with UK Defence communications protocols and sensitivities.
Experience and Requirements:
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Proven experience as a Communications and Engagement Lead within Business Change and Transformation programmes.
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Strong background in Stakeholder Engagement within the UK Defence sector
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Strong planning, coordination, and project management skills.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
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Valid SC Clearance essential
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Available to start on short noticer and willing to travel to Corsham 3 days per week
Communications & Engagement Lead - 4 month contract (possible extension) - Hybrid - Corsham - £590 per day
