​Fantastic opportunity for a Head of Communications to join a well known business in the transportation and logistics sector. This is a new role and will be a key member of the Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in the future of the business. This is a meaty role and would suit an experienced communications professional to take on the task for a well known organisation that has recently faced some reputational challenges.

Role responsibilities/key skills:

• You will be responsible for creating and delivering a multi-channel communications strategy – with a focus on digital and social media.

• Protect and enhance the corporate reputation of the business.

• Manage B2B and B2C communications for the business.

• Strong crisis/issues management experience- both hands on experience and crisis readiness planning.

• Focus on measurable plans that build reputation, trust ad brand.

• Manage and build relationships with key external stakeholder groups including government, media and influencers.

• Manage through the line activation at industry events, trade shows, conferences and exhibitions.

• Strong stakeholder management skills – manage relationships with key internal stakeholders, be a trusted communications advisor and make recommendations were necessary.

• Work with HR on culture transformation/internal comms.

• Line management experience – you will be responsible for 2x direct reports (External Comms Manager and Internal Comms Manager).

• You will have integrated communications experience across PR, Media Relations/Crisis & Issues, Government Relations, Digital, Social Media and Internal Communications.

• A background in transportation/logistics could be helpful, but not mandatory. The role has both a B2B and B2C element.

If you have the experience and are interested in discussing further, please get in touch with your current CV.