Job Overview We are seeking an exceptional Project Communications Manager on a Contractor basis to lead all communications across a significant building works programme at Paragon's Client Partners Head Office, Schroders, a global investment manager. You’ll shape, deliver and oversee internal and external messaging, keeping employees, stakeholders and our reputation front of mind. As the dedicated communications expert, you’ll develop integrated, transparent and engaging messages for all affected audiences, protecting our reputation and ensuring everyone stays informed and reassured. You’ll act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders, coordinate cross-functional input, and take ownership of day-to-day, strategic and reactive comms across multiple channels. This is an exceptional opportunity to apply your communications expertise to a unique, high-profile project, where you can make a genuine difference for our people, stakeholders and business. Reporting to Head of Planning, Comms and Marketing, you’ll collaborate with senior project owners, facilities, risk, legal and central comms teams, as well as external partners and advisers. You’ll be the primary point of contact for all programme communications, working closely with internal and corporate comms to ensure alignment. Contractor Day rate - £600 - £800 What you’ll do • Create, lead and deliver a joined-up communications strategy for the programme, reflecting Schroders’ brand, values and regulatory priorities. You will be the sole, go-to person for all programme Comms. • Provide timely and effective briefings to senior leadership and other stakeholders, ensuring they are fully informed on key communications initiatives, reputational issues and strategic messaging opportunities. • Craft compelling, audience-specific content across multiple channels aligned with the Internal Comms tone of voice and existing comprehensive comms calendar. • Provide comms input with additional written requirements of the programme, such as planning applications or necessary statements. • Client and employee experience are critical, so you’ll develop and oversee an approach to meet their needs at every stage of the programme. • Work closely with Marketing and preferred suppliers to manage all required brand assets throughout. • Drive open, timely engagement, ensuring voices are heard and audiences are kept fully informed. • Manage and de-escalate crises, particularly in relation to reputation, providing confident, solutions-focused messaging and coordination. • Advise and influence senior executives and cross-functional teams. • Champion best practice and continuous improvement, setting new standards for project communications. • Leverage latest technology and AI, keeping our comms modern, innovative, and effective. • Document and uphold all processes, maintaining rigorous records. The knowledge, experience and qualifications that will help This will be four-day-a-week role. The successful candidate will be a trusted and resilient communicator who demonstrates: • Extensive communications experience in complex or regulated environments • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, able to distil and convey complex information • High-level organisational and planning skills, with ownership and accountability from start to finish • Proven expertise in crisis response and reputation management • Analytical and insight-driven; confident using metrics to refine strategy • Ability to build trust and credibility with senior stakeholders, technical teams and contractors • Passion for innovative, tech and AI-enabled communications solutions What you’ll be like • Approachable, collaborative and builds strong relationships at every level • Exceptionally detail-oriented and organised, with robust processes and record keeping • Energised by solving complex communications challenges and providing expert guidance to others • Calm under pressure and adept at managing sensitive issues • Self-motivated, with a focus on achieving results and continuous improvement • Someone who sees the things other miss and addresses them in a deliberate and determined way. Please note that due to the high volume of responses we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status.