Communications Manager Job Details
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Job Type: Full Time
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per Year
Post Date: 12/02/2012
Job Description: Salary: Circa £28,000 to £35,000 depending on skills and experience Network Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From the rejuvenation of King’s Cross station and the upgrade and expansion of Thameslink, to Europe’s largest civil engineering project – Crossrail - we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures the UK has ever seen. This will help us deliver the better railway that is vital for the economic prosperity of this country, transforming how people travel and make a massive difference to passengers and freight users right across Britain. Department & how it relates to the role: Government and Corporate Affairs is responsible for the professional and consistent management of all internal and external stakeholder relationships in order to deliver an improved reputation for Network Rail. This includes communication with all employees, national and local government, the media, external liaison, and Network Rail’s members. The function is also responsible for managing the brand and visual image of Network Rail. The teams within G&CA work to develop trust and understanding with stakeholders, using effective channels of communications to build positive relationships. Three million people travel on Britain’s rail network every day; because we touch the lives of millions, we’re never far away from the news headlines leading a vital industry that is always a focus of political attention. As a Communications Manager in our growing team, you’ll engage in community consultation, develop and manage local campaigns, manage sensitive issues and build relationships with a variety of stakeholder groups. Playing a key part in our Project Communications team, you’ll be responsible for developing and implementing consistent and effective communications strategies for one or more of our major projects. You’ll manage stakeholder communication activities - media, public affairs, community relations and internal – and produce detailed communications plans. As the focal point for all external activity, you’ll ensure that relationships are appropriately managed and will control all external communications activity undertaken by the Project Director and their team. You’ll be the brand champion for the project, ensuring that branding, visual identity and image used on the project is consistent with the Network Rail message and overall communications strategy. It’s not necessary for you to have rail industry experience. In fact, what will set you apart is your motivation and natural flair for dealing with people at all levels. Do you have….? · Strong experience at a management level gained either in an agency or busy press office? · Extensive experience leading corporate communications across a wide range of external audiences? · Qualification to degree level? Are you….? · An expert communicator, both in writing and verbally? · Able to demonstrate your ability to influence managers and key senior stakeholders? · A diplomatic individual with a confident approach to relationship building? · Able to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and audiences? At Network Rail, you have the chance to develop a long, rewarding career. There are many different career paths - and many opportunities to fulfil your potential. After all, we believe that investing in our people via training and development is one of the most effective ways of improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of the railways. You can expect competitive pay, a bonus scheme and a choice of contributory pension schemes. We also offer a generous annual leave package, plus up to 75% discount on season rail tickets. Please click ‘apply now’ to apply
Company Name: Network Rail Ltd
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per Year
Post Date: 12/02/2012
Job Description: Salary: Circa £28,000 to £35,000 depending on skills and experience Network Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From the rejuvenation of King’s Cross station and the upgrade and expansion of Thameslink, to Europe’s largest civil engineering project – Crossrail - we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures the UK has ever seen. This will help us deliver the better railway that is vital for the economic prosperity of this country, transforming how people travel and make a massive difference to passengers and freight users right across Britain. Department & how it relates to the role: Government and Corporate Affairs is responsible for the professional and consistent management of all internal and external stakeholder relationships in order to deliver an improved reputation for Network Rail. This includes communication with all employees, national and local government, the media, external liaison, and Network Rail’s members. The function is also responsible for managing the brand and visual image of Network Rail. The teams within G&CA work to develop trust and understanding with stakeholders, using effective channels of communications to build positive relationships. Three million people travel on Britain’s rail network every day; because we touch the lives of millions, we’re never far away from the news headlines leading a vital industry that is always a focus of political attention. As a Communications Manager in our growing team, you’ll engage in community consultation, develop and manage local campaigns, manage sensitive issues and build relationships with a variety of stakeholder groups. Playing a key part in our Project Communications team, you’ll be responsible for developing and implementing consistent and effective communications strategies for one or more of our major projects. You’ll manage stakeholder communication activities - media, public affairs, community relations and internal – and produce detailed communications plans. As the focal point for all external activity, you’ll ensure that relationships are appropriately managed and will control all external communications activity undertaken by the Project Director and their team. You’ll be the brand champion for the project, ensuring that branding, visual identity and image used on the project is consistent with the Network Rail message and overall communications strategy. It’s not necessary for you to have rail industry experience. In fact, what will set you apart is your motivation and natural flair for dealing with people at all levels. Do you have….? · Strong experience at a management level gained either in an agency or busy press office? · Extensive experience leading corporate communications across a wide range of external audiences? · Qualification to degree level? Are you….? · An expert communicator, both in writing and verbally? · Able to demonstrate your ability to influence managers and key senior stakeholders? · A diplomatic individual with a confident approach to relationship building? · Able to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and audiences? At Network Rail, you have the chance to develop a long, rewarding career. There are many different career paths - and many opportunities to fulfil your potential. After all, we believe that investing in our people via training and development is one of the most effective ways of improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of the railways. You can expect competitive pay, a bonus scheme and a choice of contributory pension schemes. We also offer a generous annual leave package, plus up to 75% discount on season rail tickets. Please click ‘apply now’ to apply
Company Name: Network Rail Ltd
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