Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Lead

Location: London preferred (Bristol / Manchester considered with weekly London attendance) HybridContract: 9 months (potential extension)Clearance: BPSS + SC eligible (active/lapsed SC desirable)OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Lead to join a high-profile government digital transformation programme. This role will lead strategic communications and stakeholder engagement activity across a complex, fast-paced environment, requiring strong leadership, clarity of thought, and the ability to operate at senior levels.Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver end-to-end communications and stakeholder engagement strategies Develop and manage stakeholder maps and engagement plans across senior audiences Engage effectively with senior leaders, directors, and ministers Own delivery of internal and external communications activity Lead communications campaigns supporting large-scale digital transformation programmes Provide clear, concise and high-quality messaging under tight timelines Build and lead communications capability, including establishing or growing teams Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and support wider team deliveryEssential Experience Strong experience in both internal and external communications Significant experience operating at Head of / Lead / Director level Proven leadership experience including building and developing teams Experience leading communications strategies for digital transformation programmes ..... full job details .....