Programme manager - branding /special projects communications

Hays are delighted to be supporting a high-profile public sector organisation in South Yorkshire with the recruitment of a Programme Manager - Branding & Special Projects on a fixed-term basis until April 2027.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering a large-scale public-facing brand transformation project, supporting the development and rollout of a new integrated brand across a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

Temporary Contract until April 2027
Salary: £55,949 - £59,907
Location: Sheffield City Centre (Hybrid - close to train station)Successful applications will live locally and be prepared to be in the Sheffield office 3 days a week

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Communications, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of branding and associated strategic projects. You will be responsible for driving consistency, quality, and engagement across all brand outputs, alongside ensuring alignment across internal teams and external partners.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and implementation of a new brand identity, ensuring consistency across all channels and assets
• Managing agency relationships to deliver high-quality creative outputs
• Coordinating cross-functional working groups to maintain momentum, track delivery and manage timelines and budgets
• Supporting the planning and execution of a high-impact...