Head of Communications

AEJ Consulting Ltd is a leading provider of public service transformation in the UK, dedicated to improving outcomes for citizens and enhancing the delivery of efficient services. Our organization prides itself on a dynamic, mission-led culture that values engagement, reputation building, and strategic communication. We are currently looking for a Head of Communications to join our team on a 9 to 12 months FTC basis.

As the Head of Communications, you will be responsible for leading a team of approximately 25 communications professionals spread across the UK. Reporting directly to the People Director and serving as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will act as a trusted advisor to our divisional CEO and other senior stakeholders on all matters related to communication, engagement, and reputation management. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in high-profile government or public sector settings, with expertise in delivering communications within complex organizations.

Key responsibilities include ensuring alignment across internal and external communications teams, leading major campaigns to drive external engagement and enhance organizational reputation, offering expert counsel on communications strategies to senior leadership, developing strong narratives aligned with organizational values, facilitating executive engagement to drive alignment on strategic priorities, overseeing client communications planning and delivery, driving employee engagement initiatives to support an inclusive culture, managing reputational risks through proactive strategies during crises or scrutiny periods, inspiring and leading a national team of communications professionals while upholding high standards of delivery.

We are seeking candidates with extensive experience in communications leadership within public sector or government-facing organizations. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership qualities with excellent judgment skills and the ability to influence at senior levels. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are essential along with proven strategic thinking capabilities and experience in handling high-profile reputational issues. If you have a creative mindset with expertise in building impactful campaigns and engaging content while managing large teams in complex environments remotely - we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at AEJ Consulting Ltd.

This role is suitable for seasoned communications professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments where they can make a significant impact on organizational goals through effective communication strategies. Join us in shaping the future of public service transformation by applying your expertise as our Head of Communications today!

• Extensive experience in communications leadership within public sector or government-facing organizations
• Managing communications within large, complex, and matrixed environments
• Leading geographically dispersed and virtual teams
• Excellent judgement and ability to influence at senior levels
• Strong leadership qualities including building trust and fostering accountability
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

• Ensure alignment across internal and external communications, public relations, public affairs, and marketing teams
• Lead the creation and implementation of a major upcoming campaign for external engagement
• Act as a trusted advisor to divisional leadership on communications strategies
• Develop and embed a strong divisional narrative aligned with wider organizational messaging

• Strategic thinking
• Crisis communications management
• Leadership qualities
• Influencing skills
• Verbal communication skills

Seniority Level: Executive Level

• Middle Management
• Senior Level

Job Functions: Communications

• Public Relations
• Marketing

Industries : Public Sector/Government

• Nonprofit
• Marketing & Advertising