Stakeholder Communications Manager (Change Communications)
Location: Birmingham City Centre - Hybrid working
Contract Type: Part-time - 3 days per week - Until April 2026
Day Rate: £350 - £400 a day
The Opportunity:
A dynamic regional organisation focused on promoting economic development is undergoing a significant transformation. We are seeking a proactive communications professional to support a major change programme. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the establishment of a new operational model aligned with regional growth ambitions.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Head of Communications in delivering transformation-related communications across stakeholder, corporate, and internal channels.
Develop and implement change and stakeholder communications plans in collaboration with HR and operational teams.
Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring communications are timely and risks are mitigated.
Craft compelling and sensitive messaging that aligns with HR protocols.
Provide strategic communications support to senior leaders for both internal and external audiences.
Monitor, evaluate, and report on communications and stakeholder engagement activities.
Create presentations and visual materials to illustrate communications progress to external partners.
Participate in cross-functional working groups to ensure consistent messaging.
Requirements:
Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and change communications.
Ability to deliver communications plans within tight deadlines and manage associated risks.
Strong corporate writing skills and attention to detail.
Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams.
Problem-solving capabilities and the ability to distill complex issues into clear communications.
Desirable:
Qualifications in transformation communications, change management, or organisational culture.
Understanding of regional public sector dynamics and economic development strategies.
Experience working with HR teams on sensitive communications across multiple organisations