Manager, Communications Strategy and Planning

Client of Hanson Search Ltd

You will be responsible for shaping and delivering communication strategies that support business priorities. This includes:

• Developing and executing communication strategies aligned with corporate objectives
• Supporting leadership by translating strategy, performance and transformation initiatives into clear communication
• Working with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between communication plans and business goals
• Leading initiatives to improve communication effectiveness across the organisation
• Monitoring performance and communication metrics to identify opportunities for improvement
• Managing communication planning cycles, budgets and resource allocation
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Supporting change management initiatives and ensuring clear communication throughout transformation programmes
• Ensuring communication supports effective decision-making across the organisation

This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, business understanding and communication capability. You will bring:

• Significant experience in corporate strategy, business planning or performance management
• Exposure to communications strategy, corporate affairs or executive communication
• Experience working in large, complex organisations with multiple stakeholders
• The ability to translate data, insights and strategy into clear and compelling narratives
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience working closely with senior leadership
• Experience supporting transformation or change initiatives
• A structured and analytical approach, combined with strong communication skills

A background within energy, infrastructure, industrial or similarly complex sectors is highly relevant, although candidates from other large corporate environments will also be considered.