Communications Lead

Communications Lead (Delivery Support) Location: Mostly Remote (Telford 2 days per month onsite) Duration: 6 monthsRate: Up to £445/day inside IR35Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Overview We are seeking an experienced Communications Lead to provide strategic leadership and delivery support across a large-scale transformation programme. You will lead the development and execution of a high-impact communications strategy, ensuring communications are user-centred, insight-driven, and aligned to programme outcomes. This role involves close collaboration with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and partners to drive consistency, quality, and measurable impact. Key Responsibilities Strategy, Planning andamp; Governance Translate organisational communications strategy into clear, deliverable roadmaps Establish governance frameworks (planning cycles, approvals, editorial boards, compliance) Align communications activity with programme milestones and delivery plans Capability Uplift andamp; Best Practice Lead communications capability improvement initiatives (training, toolkits, coaching) Define and embed standards for content, accessibility, and audience engagement Coach senior stakeholders on effective communication and messaging Audience Insight, Content andamp; Channels Use audience insight to shape communications strategies and outputs Oversee creation of high-quality content across multiple formats and channels Optimise internal and external communication ..... full job details .....