Communications Lead

A leading NHS Trust in London are looking for a mid level Communication specialist to lead on the strategy and all external and internal communications. It is for 12 months and the role is a band 8a position.


Client Details

A leading NHS Trust based in West London


Description

* Develop and manage a comprehensive and dynamic communications strategy and action plan for the trust



* Manage internal communications across the full range of communications activities and facilitate close working and information sharing between the communication teams

* Source and share appropriate content for internal publications, briefings, events and (internal) digital media.





* Chair Collaboration communications steering group meetings.





* Advise medical directors on organisation-wide communications activities, recognising that any approach will need to be tailored for each individual organisation.





* In conjunction with communications directors, provide strategic communications advice to the programme team and senior leaders on internal and external stakeholder engagement activities.





* Ensure appropriate and consistent stakeholder communications are delivered at all times.





* Manage the planning, implementation and budget for the trust's communications strategy and functions.



* Lead the communications strategy around the development of the Strategic and Full Business Cases


Profile

* Substantial experience of working in public relations or a communications environment, preferably within an NHS, Academic or Research setting





* Demonstrable experience of developing story and campaign ideas





* Familiar with the principles of web usability and accessibility





* Senior level management experience within a complex organisation





* Significant influencing and persuasion skills





* Proven experience of creating opportunities and working collaboratively with internal and external partners





* Significant experience of leading and managing staff





* Experience of programme development and subsequent implementation





* Experience of managing a budget





* Able to work with ambiguity in a changing environment


Job Offer

- 12 month contract

- Band 8a role

-Focused and hardworking team