Communications Manager

The successful candidate will manage and deliver consistent and effective communications strategies for key projects and co-ordinate a broad range of stakeholder communication activities across media, public affairs, community relations and internal audiences.

About the role (External)

About the role…

Join our team as a passionate and inclusive communications expert!

In this role, you'll develop and implement strategic communications plans for projects with reputational risks and fantastic opportunities.

Your exceptional organisational skills will shine as you produce and manage detailed communications plans, ensuring seamless implementation with valuable recommendations.

As a skilled communicator, you'll be the liaison with a variety of stakeholders, managing relationships and influencing senior leaders, senior project managers and industry parties,

You'll also play a vital role in delivering Network Rail's internal communications program.

Attention to detail is essential, ensuring branding adheres to our corporate policy on branding and visual identity.

What essential skills and experiences are required?

We're seeking someone with first-hand experience in corporate communications, armed with impeccable writing abilities and a strategic mindset. As part of our team, you'll craft and execute communication plans for a diverse range of projects, always meeting deadlines and working with internal and external stakeholders. Your talent for influencing others and nurturing relationships, both within and outside the organisation, will be invaluable. Confidence is key here; we want someone who isn't afraid to take charge and drive results. While a degree is preferred, it's not a deal-breaker. Experience in project management and collaboration with agencies and suppliers would be advantageous, but above all, we're looking for someone with a passion for effective communication and a drive to make a meaningful impact.

Together, we'll create a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere, where your diverse talents will be celebrated, and your contributions will be the catalyst for our continued success. Let's embark on this exhilarating journey together and make waves in the world of corporate communications!

We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we're committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone. Discover more about the importance of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail by clicking here.

Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!

We're an inclusive employer of choice and welcome applications from everyone! We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don't always fit and do our best to support a healthy work life balance.

Interviews will be delayed due to holiday therefore the interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

Band & Salary: Band 4B: £35,582 - £40,029 per annum (dependent upon experience)

Plus, a range of family friendly benefits including (but not limited to):

Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.

Defined benefit pension scheme

75% subsidy on train/underground season tickets.

️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.

Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.

Plus more….

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