Head of Communications

I am currently recruiting for an exciting new role as Head of Communications at the Department for Business and Trade. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced communications professional to work on various high-profile projects within the Civil Service. Please only apply if you have UK Civil Service Experience as this is an essential requirement for this roleYour new companyYou will be joining a prestigious Central Government Organisation dedicated to driving UK trade and economic growth. This contract role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your CV with high-profile experience. You'll collaborate across functions with key government bodies essential to the nation's daily operations. You will be part of a forward-thinking team making a significant impact on the UK's prosperity.Your new roleStrategic Leadership & Oversight

• Owns overarching communications strategy, aligning with 'Come Build the Future' narrative.
• Leads domestic communications strategy across HMG.
• Develops and implements internal, domestic, and external communication strategies.
• Provides strategic recommendations.
• Oversees digital strategy and content (Website, Instagram, X, Blogs, YouTube, LinkedIn).
• Reviews team ideas and plans for alignment.

Team Management & Coordination

• Leads engagement with British Embassy Tokyo Media, Comms, and Marketing Team, and UK Pavilion Team.
• Owns communications grid.
• Oversees engagement and governance forums with sponsors and partners.
• Liaises with UK government departments, businesses, and stakeholders.

Media & PR Leadership

• Oversees media engagement and ensures key message consistency.
• Develops crisis communications templates and lines to take.
• Keeps core script up to date, liaising with stakeholders.
• Signs off on press-lines, queries, and engagement.

Agency & Stakeholder Management

• Leads engagement with Japan Network.
• Manages relationships with sponsors and their communication plans.
• Manages relationship with suppliers' sub-contractor PR agency in Japan.
• Engages with Media Buying Agency via relationship lead.

Budget & Performance Monitoring

• Oversees tracking of campaign performance metrics and reporting.
• Monitors real-time campaign analytics and adjusts strategy as needed.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience:
  • Strategic leadership in communications.
  • Leading domestic communications across government bodies.
  • Developing and implementing communication strategies.
  • Civil service experience required.
• Skills:
  • Strategic thinking and recommendations.
  • Team management and coordination.
  • Digital strategy and content oversight (Website, Instagram, X, Blogs, YouTube, LinkedIn).
  • Media and PR leadership, including crisis communication.
  • Stakeholder and agency management.
  • Budget and performance monitoring with real-time analytics.
• Attributes:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational and governance skills.
  • Detail-oriented and adaptable.

What you'll get in returnYou will recieve a competitive day rate from £600-£700 and we working with high profile personnel throughout your time in this contract. This is a very exciting role which allows you to work at pace and make a real impact through working on a highly significant project.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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