About the role

  • Lead bold communication strategies that connect with staff, residents, and key stakeholders
  • Craft messages that influence, inspire, and drive change across internal, external, and digital channels.
  • Collaborate with directors and partners on communications efforts.

Requirements

  • Experience in strategic communications and leading teams
  • Confidence in managing complex projects and building strong relationships at all levels
  • High political awareness to navigate complex situations
  • Strong communication skills to ensure clarity in messaging
  • A relevant degree or equivalent experience.

Benefits

  • Flexible and agile working opportunities
  • 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service
  • An option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
  • Family friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family
  • Career development and qualification opportunities
  • Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
  • An in-house Occupational Health service
  • Employee discount scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&Cs apply)
  • Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network.

Job title

Strategic Communications Business Partner

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

£58,598 - £61,854 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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