A direct report to the MD of the business area you will act as their conscience and guide in terms of building lasting and effective relationships across political and non-political networks – at national and regional levels.

This is a newly created role for an experienced Public Affairs/Stakeholder Engagement Manager to lead, develop and drive forward positive relationships.

Key responsibilities will include;

• Building and managing relationships with key local stakeholders to generate positive advocacy for the brand – securing support for initiatives and developments
• Supporting the Head of Public Affairs to define the engagement strategy to ensure that communication is aligned and coordinated
• Working closely with the MD, advising, guiding and supporting across all aspects of stakeholder engagement.

Your experience will include

• An excellent understanding of the public affairs and stakeholder engagement
• Experienced in developing , building and managing relationships at a local stakeholder level
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to assimilate complex messages into clear and engaging campaign material
• Results orientated individual
• Strong interpersonal skills and a consummate networker
• Creative and innovative campaigner