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What it’s all about

A talented, innovative individual with:

  • ­ Passion for Infrastructure, Transport and Energy;
  • ­ Experience working with Infrastructure and Energy clients, including DCO applications for NSIPS;
  • ­ Leadership and management in the strategy and delivery of pre-application consultation;
  • ­ A background in communications, media relations and public consultation within the sectors;
  • ­ The ability to co-ordinate multi-disciplinary teams in delivering integrated consultation programmes;
  • ­ The authoritative expertise and experience to counsel clients with confidence and provide the advice to deliver their requirements.

What you’ll need to have

  • Passion about the infrastructure sector, you will have the experience in the strategy, leadership and delivery of multi-disciplinary communication, consultation and engagement programmes for Infrastructure & Energy projects;
  • The knowledge and experience of developing and leading on the delivery of pre-application consultation is crucial;
  • Leadership, communication skills, attention to detail and a commercial focus are required;
  • A full understanding of the UK’s government structures, political parties and policy for the Built Environment;
  • An analytical mind to analyse data, prepare reports and recommendations.

What you’ll need to do

  • Provide consistent counsel that supports, build and protect clients’ reputations;
  • Develop and deliver full multi-channel media strategies;
  • Plan and lead the delivery of multiple Infrastructure & campaigns for NSIPs;
  • Develop and deliver public affairs and stakeholder engagement strategies;
  • Manage client relationships and deliver against agreed budget and plan;
  • Support the business development activity for Infrastructure & Energy sectors;
  • Apply innovative approach to drive client success;
  • Be a leader that inspires teams to deliver high-quality work and is focused on professional development and wellbeing.

Closing date

Applications for this post closed 11:59pm on Wednesday 24th April 2019