Director of Communications and Engagement

The Local Government Association (LGA) is uniquely placed to promote, improve and support the sector. We have recently welcomed a new Chief Executive, Joanna Killian, who is leading a change programme to ensure our organisation is fit for whatever the future brings and to allow us to be as agile as possible to serve our member councils across the country. As part of this new programme, we are looking for a new Director of Communications and Engagement with the necessary drive and determination to help us achieve this fresh approach and ensure we deliver our mission.

You will be at the heart of our commitment to be the national voice for local government at an exciting time for both the sector and the organisation. You will be accountable for shaping and leading a world-class communications function, always focused on continuous improvement.

You will shape and deliver on our strategic objectives through your leadership of our communications team and the communications and engagement profession across the LGA. You will be seen as an advocate and ambassador for the profession across local government and the wider public sector.

You will bring passion and determination to ensure that, with the LGA Board and our key stakeholders, we shape the future of local government. You will bring a growth mindset that ensures the LGA is at the forefront of communications and engagement practice across all disciplines from campaigns and public affairs to media relations and social media, supporting the organisation and its leaders to develop their impact and effectiveness.

In a fast-moving and ever-changing environment, you will work with our political leadership and senior management team, bringing energy, vision, and expertise to our work with the sector and inspiring our workforce. Your work both inside and outside the organisation will help ensure that local government’s voice is heard, and our communities get the deal they deserve.

If this opportunity excites you, we would love to hear from you. Please visit www.faerfield.co.uk/lga-communications to find out more and to access the full candidate pack. To arrange an informal conversation with our advising consultants Martin Tucker or Helen Sawbridge, please call 0121 312 3755.