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Head of Corporate Communications (Ref 25-012)
| Posting date: | 14 February 2025 |
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| Salary: | £71,061 to £82,551 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2025 |
| Location: | Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Cleveland Police |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Post: Head of Corporate Communications
Salary: Management Grade 4 (£71,061 - £82,551)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Cleveland Police Central HQ, Hemlington, Middlesbrough
Join our dynamic Corporate Communications Team and become a key driver of innovative communication and engagement strategies, continuous improvement and organisational excellence. This position is instrumental in leading on the Force strategic priorities, providing strategic and tactical advice to the Chief Officer Team. You will be at the heart of building public confidence in Cleveland Police, whilst leading a talented team of Communications specialists, and fostering excellent stakeholder management.
This is both an exciting and rewarding position, where you will work with local and national media on fast paced news stories of national interest and importance. This post gives you the opportunity to showcase your creativity, as well as demonstrate expertise and knowledge of the political landscape and Public Affairs, and the impact these can have on local services and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide professional advice, guidance and support to the Chief Officer Team and other senior managers
• Lead and develop a team of Communications professionals to deliver a range of effective communication services, driving engagement and improving organisational effectiveness
• Develop and implement effective strategies and tactical delivery plans
• Identify risks and develop strategies to mitigate
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, driving effective relationships with the OPCC, media, partner agencies and local authorities
• Work with local and national media, using sound judgement in relation to the political landscape
About you
We are looking for an inspiring communications leader with a track record of delivering engaging strategic communications at an organisational level. You will be highly capable of building and maintaining strong relationships, and possess a strategic mindset with a creative edge. As an expert in communications and engagement you will drive change, elevating practices to promote excellence, innovation and impact.
Why us?
• An environment to thrive and make a difference
• Lead impactful initiatives with visibility across the organisation
• Benefits such as a competitive pension scheme, access to wellbeing and occupational health services, flexible working options and staff discount scheme (Blue Light Card) amongst others
If you would like to discuss the post further please do contact us via hr.recruitment@cleveland.police.uk.
If you are interested in applying for this role please progress your application via the link. Application forms should be completed no later than 23:55 on the specified closing date.
Cleveland Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. All appointments will be made on merit.
Regardless of the applicant, this role is on current Cleveland Police Terms and Conditions as per Police Staff Council.
Salary: Management Grade 4 (£71,061 - £82,551)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Cleveland Police Central HQ, Hemlington, Middlesbrough
Join our dynamic Corporate Communications Team and become a key driver of innovative communication and engagement strategies, continuous improvement and organisational excellence. This position is instrumental in leading on the Force strategic priorities, providing strategic and tactical advice to the Chief Officer Team. You will be at the heart of building public confidence in Cleveland Police, whilst leading a talented team of Communications specialists, and fostering excellent stakeholder management.
This is both an exciting and rewarding position, where you will work with local and national media on fast paced news stories of national interest and importance. This post gives you the opportunity to showcase your creativity, as well as demonstrate expertise and knowledge of the political landscape and Public Affairs, and the impact these can have on local services and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide professional advice, guidance and support to the Chief Officer Team and other senior managers
• Lead and develop a team of Communications professionals to deliver a range of effective communication services, driving engagement and improving organisational effectiveness
• Develop and implement effective strategies and tactical delivery plans
• Identify risks and develop strategies to mitigate
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, driving effective relationships with the OPCC, media, partner agencies and local authorities
• Work with local and national media, using sound judgement in relation to the political landscape
About you
We are looking for an inspiring communications leader with a track record of delivering engaging strategic communications at an organisational level. You will be highly capable of building and maintaining strong relationships, and possess a strategic mindset with a creative edge. As an expert in communications and engagement you will drive change, elevating practices to promote excellence, innovation and impact.
Why us?
• An environment to thrive and make a difference
• Lead impactful initiatives with visibility across the organisation
• Benefits such as a competitive pension scheme, access to wellbeing and occupational health services, flexible working options and staff discount scheme (Blue Light Card) amongst others
If you would like to discuss the post further please do contact us via hr.recruitment@cleveland.police.uk.
If you are interested in applying for this role please progress your application via the link. Application forms should be completed no later than 23:55 on the specified closing date.
Cleveland Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. All appointments will be made on merit.
Regardless of the applicant, this role is on current Cleveland Police Terms and Conditions as per Police Staff Council.
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