https://jobs.co.uk/job/strategic-communications-lead-governmentpublic-affairs-adecco--2694ae0a-1233-4317-b308-103015704852 RSS feed for Strategic Communications Lead (Government/Public Affairs) at Adecco. en-gb Thu, 21 May 2026 16:09:14 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/strategic-communications-lead-governmentpublic-affairs-adecco--2694ae0a-1233-4317-b308-103015704852 https://jobs.co.uk/job/strategic-communications-lead-governmentpublic-affairs-adecco--2694ae0a-1233-4317-b308-103015704852 Wed, 20 May 2026 11:53:20 GMT Location: London | Salary: 500.00-500.00 Daily | Type: Contract | Strategic Communications Lead - Government and Public AffairsContract: 6 Months (Initial)Rate: £600 (A day)Location: NW London (Hybrid)Ir35: Inside (Must use an umbrella company)This role will shape narrative, influence decision-makers and manage high-profile, politically sensitive communications across government, regulators and public sector stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesLead government and public affairs communications strategy aligned to policy and reform prioritiesAct as senior advisor to executive leaders on political and reputational riskDevelop briefings, position papers, stakeholder messaging and consultation materialsEngage with central government, regulators and public sector partnersManage communications around reform, funding, legislation and public accountabilityIntegrate communications activity with programme delivery and governanceEssential ExperienceSenior experience in government, public sector or policy communicationsStrong background in public affairs, external affairs or lobbying-focused commsExperience handling politically sensitive or high-risk communicationsExcellent senior-level briefing and stakeholder engagement skillsHE experience desirable but not es... Contract