Communications Manager

Job Title: Communications Manager (Heritage At Risk Capital Fund) Location: National (Hybrid – office/home); base options include Cambridge, Portsmouth, Bristol, Swindon, Birmingham, Manchester, York, or Newcastle Salary: £38,067 – £41,500 per annum (dependent on location) Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed Term (until 31 March 2026) Sector: Communications / Content Strategy Overview Our client, a national public heritage body, is seeking a Communications Manager to lead the strategic development and delivery of communications for the Heritage At Risk (HAR) Capital Fund. This role is ideal for communications professionals with experience in storytelling, public engagement, and managing multi-channel campaigns that demonstrate impact and value.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging, inclusive, and inspiring communications and content strategies that highlight the outcomes of the HAR Capital Fund.
• Collaborate with internal teams, particularly Public Engagement and HAR programme staff, to create stories that illustrate the value of investing in heritage.
• Showcase community-focused outcomes and regeneration benefits in support of broader governmental goals.
• Maximise use of owned and earned media channels, ensuring consistent messaging to diverse audiences.
• Lead complex communications initiatives, including project planning, stakeholder engagement, and reporting on impact and reach.

Candidate Profile Demonstrated experience leading communications projects within complex organisational settings. Skilled in developing content across multiple formats and channels to engage varied audiences. Strong collaboration, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills. Creative thinker with a strategic and structured approach to communication delivery.

Additional Information Hybrid working model, with flexibility in location and working hours. Provisional interview date: 9 July 2025. The recruitment process will be conducted via the Applied platform, which promotes inclusive and bias-reduced hiring. CVs are not accepted for this role. Use of AI tools for completing application responses is not permitted. Benefits Employer pension contributions starting at 28.97%. 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays). Free access to partner heritage sites nationwide. Corporate discounts and professional development opportunities.