Stakeholder Communications Manager (Change Communications)

Stakeholder Communications Manager (Change Communications)
Location: Birmingham City Centre - Hybrid working
Contract Type: Part-time - 3 days per week - Until April 2026
Day Rate: £350 - £400 a day

The Opportunity:

A dynamic regional organisation focused on promoting economic development is undergoing a significant transformation. We are seeking a proactive communications professional to support a major change programme. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the establishment of a new operational model aligned with regional growth ambitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Communications in delivering transformation-related communications across stakeholder, corporate, and internal channels.
• Develop and implement change and stakeholder communications plans in collaboration with HR and operational teams.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring communications are timely and risks are mitigated.
• Craft compelling and sensitive messaging that aligns with HR protocols.
• Provide strategic communications support to senior leaders for both internal and external audiences.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on communications and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Create presentations and visual materials to illustrate communications progress to external partners.
• Participate in cross-functional working groups to ensure consistent messaging.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and change communications.
• Ability to deliver communications plans within tight deadlines and manage associated risks.
• Strong corporate writing skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• Problem-solving capabilities and the ability to distill complex issues into clear communications.

Desirable:

• Qualifications in transformation communications, change management, or organisational culture.
• Understanding of regional public sector dynamics and economic development strategies.
• Experience working with HR teams on sensitive communications across multiple organisations.