Senior Communications Lead

Capita

United Kingdom
Competitive basic salary; not specified; benefits ...
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Leading large-scale transformation communications
Developing comprehensive engagement strategies
Operating in high-scrutiny environments
** Capita is seeking a Senior Communications Lead to spearhead communication strategies for a significant public service program, focusing on implementation and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing communications in high-scrutiny environments and will play a pivotal role in building a communications team. **

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for designing and leading communications for a complex, high-profile Capita Public Service programme implementation.
  • The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership while building and leading a small communications team.
  • Capita offers competitive benefits including up to 27 days of holiday, volunteering days, and extensive family leave policies.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Capita is seeking a Senior Communications Lead to spearhead communication strategies for a significant public service program, focusing on implementation and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing communications in high-scrutiny environments and will play a pivotal role in building a communications team. **

Salary

Competitive basic salary; Not specified; Benefits include 23-27 days holiday, pension, and paid volunteering

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leading large-scale transformation communications
  • Developing comprehensive engagement strategies
  • Operating in high-scrutiny environments
  • Managing stakeholder relationships with government
  • Experience with TUPE and workforce transition

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with formal change methodologies
  • Central Government or shared services background
  • Service migration communications expertise

Key Requirements

  • Significant experience leading communications for complex programmes
  • Proven track record with senior public-sector stakeholders
  • Hands-on experience across implementation and go-live phases

Work Rights

Not specified

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