Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service have an opportunity available for a Head of Corporate Communications and Engagement to join our team on a full time, permanent basis, and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £47,420 - £51,515 per annum.
The role will require the successful applicant to work 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday. You will also be required on occasions to work outside of the usual working hours and have the ability to travel to venues within the service area or across the United Kingdom to facilitate the role. This will include evenings and weekends.
Hybrid working may be considered for this role
About the Head of Corporate Communications and Engagement role:
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is looking for a Head of Corporate Communications and Engagement based at our service Headquarters in Birstall, Leicestershire.
This brings with it a fantastic opportunity to be innovative, drive improvement and advise senior leaders on how to increase engagement as well as liaising with external stakeholders to improve communication across the Service.
The five main areas of focus for the Head of Corporate Communications and Engagement will be:
- Advice to the Strategic Leadership Team on the development and implementation of communication and engagement pathways specifically;
- External engagement including media management;
- Internal engagement;
- Profile and brand management;
- Community engagement.
Skills and experience we are looking for in our Head of Corporate Communications and Engagement:
- You will have proven experience of developing, implementing and continuously driving a Communications strategy.
- Have experience in leading media events and campaigns, adapting and influencing messages to the audience and/or environment.
- Have excellent written and oral communication skills, being confident in presenting ideas to all levels of the Service.
Benefits you'll receive as our Head of Corporate Communications and Engagement:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working
- Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
- Full support for ongoing professional development
- On-site gym facilities
- Free onsite parking
- Access to an emergency services Blue Light discount card
- Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support
- Access to the Service s 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.
Closing date: 23: October 2024
Interview and test date: w/c 4 November 2024
If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Head of Corporate Communications and Engagement then please click apply now We d love to hear from you!
Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship
