Global Highland are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of their client for a passionate and proactive Community Engagement Manager.
This is a key role at the heart of our clients mission to build strong, lasting relationships across the communities they servegoing beyond core service delivery to ensure real local impact.
You will play a central part in the development and execution of a comprehensive go-to-market (GTM) strategy, focusing on both residential and business sectors. This includes settlement-level geo-targeting, strategic planning, and hands-on implementation of outreach initiatives. A key success measure for this role is local engagement and service adoption, tracked on a project-by-project basis.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage local engagement activities, including sponsorships with schools, community groups, sports clubs, and hubs.
Build partnerships with local education providers to deliver skills-based training and help attract local talent into employment.
Drive community awareness and positive sentiment by identifying and supporting high-impact local initiatives.
Actively engage with communities in person and through online platforms, ensuring consistent and visible presence.
Manage affiliate and referral programs to support further growth and adoption of services.
Monitor and report on outreach activity to build a comprehensive knowledge base of successful engagement models.
Deliver positive media and public relations value through strategic partnerships and community-focused stories.
What Youll Bring:
Proven experience in community engagement, outreach, or related fields.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Strong leadership capabilities, with experience motivating and mentoring remote or field-based teams.
Confidence in engaging with a wide range of stakeholdersfrom local MPs to grassroots organisers.
Excellent planning and organisational skills to manage resources across multiple regions.
Commercial awareness and analytical mindset to assess success and impact.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally as needed.
If you would like to find out more please contact Lyndsey at Global Highland
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