Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Communications Account Manager for a local authority client in West London.

In this role, you will lead the development and delivery of strategic communications campaigns, manage media relations, and work closely with senior stakeholders to enhance the reputation of the council and drive positive engagement with residents.

Key Duties:

• Lead and manage strategic communications campaigns, ensuring alignment with council priorities and objectives.
• Handle media relations, including writing press releases, managing inquiries, and identifying media opportunities.
• Advise senior stakeholders on communication strategies, reputation management, and crisis communications.
• Create engaging content across digital platforms, evaluate communication impact, and contribute to the out-of-hours media rota.

Qualifications and Experience:

The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience:

• Proven experience in developing and implementing communications strategies and managing media relations.
• Strong background in creating digital content, including social media posts, videos, and press materials.
• Experience working within a political environment and managing sensitive communications with senior stakeholders.
• Track record of evaluating communication campaigns, handling crisis situations, and delivering measurable results.

What's on offer:

Salary: £30ph

*may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience*

Contract type: 6 months minimum, with a high likelihood of extension

Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week

How to apply:

• Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted.
• Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
• For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on #removed#.

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