Communications Business Partner - Bedfordshire, United Kingdom - Akton Recruitment

Akton Recruitment

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Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Communications Business Partner

£300-£350/Day

6-Month Contract

Location:
Bedfordshire, Hybrid working

Akton Resourcing are looking for a Communications Business Partner to join the Central Bedfordshire Council on an initial 6-Month Contract.

About the Role:

You will be a Business Partner managing a team to support specific services with all their communication needs.

You will be the key interface between these services and the team, you'll understand their priorities, negotiate and agree the work plan and provide strategic advice and support, particularly on high-profile or sensitive projects or issues.

You will be a self-motivated and talented communications manager; you will be in charge of producing high-quality content that engages customers and builds awareness and trust.

As well as being an experienced communications professional you will need excellent relationship management, interpersonal and line management skills. You will also be prepared to switch priorities when needed and get involved in the delivery when required.

Key skills:

Developing and delivering communication campaigns to promote council services, new facilities or explain changes
Write compelling content for a variety of channels and audiences Media relations providing appropriate reactive statements and proactive media releases
Line manage and support a team of four Communication Officers Great interpersonal skills to build relationships quickly with senior managers and advise them appropriately on sensitive communication issues.