Head of External Relations

Description

Head of External Relations

Based in London, hybrid working

Inside IR35

Length: 12 months

This is a high-profile, senior role at the heart of local government leadership. You will provide strategic advice across public policy, external relations, stakeholder engagement, communications and media, helping to build strong relationships with government, public sector partners, community organisations, opinion formers and the media.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic advice to the Mayor on public policy, external relations, communications and stakeholder engagementDevelop and maintain strong relationships with government departments, public sector bodies, partners, community organisations and key influencersSupport the Mayor and senior leadership in delivering major priorities, projects and initiativesProvide proactive and responsive media advice in a fast-moving political environmentSupport elected members and senior officers in their roles as media representatives

Key Requirements:

Significant experience in external relations, public affairs, strategic communications or stakeholder engagementA strong understanding of the political and public policy landscapeExcellent relationship-building skills and the ability to influence a wide range of stakeholdersStrong strategic planning, project management and problem-solving skillsA Master's degree or equivalent relevant professional experience

What Success Looks Like

Build trusted and constructive relationships between the Mayor's Office and key external stakeholdersStrengthen the organisation's reputation, profile and influenceDeliver effective, proactive and coordinated media engagementBuild support for the Mayor's priorities and policiesEnsure external relations, policy, stakeholder engagement and communications activity is joined up and impactful

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