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Head of Communications and Engagement Lead the voice and reputation of Dacorum Borough Council; Are you an inspiring communications leader ready to shape how our council connects with residents, partners, and staff? We’re seeking a dynamic Head of Communications and Engagement to drive our ambitious communications, consultation, and events agenda. You will lead a talented team, manage our public affairs and reputation, and deliver innovative campaigns that support our Hemel Place Strategy and Hemel Garden Communities programme. Your work will help deliver 11,000 new homes and 10,000 jobs, while ensuring our brand and messages reach every corner of the borough. You will: <ul> <li>Develop and implement our communications and engagement strategy across digital, media, and events</li> <li>Champion positive place branding and support inward investment</li> <li>Lead crisis communications and media relations</li> <li>Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and the media</li> <li>Drive continuous improvement and innovation in all we do</li> </ul> We are looking for someone with: <ul> <li>Proven experience in communications, media, and reputation management</li> <li>Strong leadership and team management skills</li> <li>A passion for public service and community engagement</li> <li>The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-profile environment</li> </ul> Join us and make a real difference to the future of Dacorum Borough Council.

Dacorum Borough Council

Head of Communications and Engagement

About the BoroughThe London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.About the Service and TeamThis junior role with Sutton Council’s Communications, Engagement and Public Affairs Team will give you the knowledge and skills needed to begin an exciting career in communications.&nbsp;You’ll play an important role in our busy and supportive team, helping to ensure the Council speaks with one voice, seeks out and listens to all opinions and concerns of local residents, businesses and partners, delivers on its commitments and responds honestly.&nbsp;This is a great opportunity to gain first-hand experience in a wide range of communication skills, including:<ul><li>Campaigns&nbsp;</li><li>Marketing</li><li>Internal communications</li><li>Digital communications&nbsp;</li><li>Consultation, engagement and participation&nbsp;</li><li>Media relations</li><li>Leadership office</li><li>Public affairs</li></ul>The Team works across a very wide range of service areas and no two days are the same. About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateYou will work on campaigns and projects that make a real difference to people’s lives. You could find yourself:<ul><li>Using digital and social media to attract and engage residents</li><li>Going to events across Sutton and interviewing people to create content for different audiences</li><li>Looking at how audiences are responding to different content</li><li>Scheduling content across our digital channels</li><li>Designing materials which are shown across Sutton</li><li>Responding to media enquiries and speaking to the media to tell our local stories.</li></ul>We’re looking for someone who is interested in developing their communications skills. Training and support will be provided but a positive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to capture content across the borough at least 2 days a week are most important.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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London Borough of Sutton

Communications and Engagement Assistant

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Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.



About the Role
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is entering a pivotal phase in its evolution. With deepening devolution, the decisions we make are becoming more complex and far-reaching. At this critical juncture, understanding the lived experiences, priorities, and aspirations of our citizens is more important than ever.&nbsp;We are on an ambitious journey to become a national leader in citizen insight and participation.
We’re seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Citizen Insight Analysis Lead to help us realise this ambition by establishing and managing a new Citizen Insight Hub.
Across the organisation, we already generate rich citizen insight through our everyday activities. The opportunity now is to bring it together: to corral these insights into a central, accessible hub that will transform how we capture, manage and apply citizen insight. This will unlock the full value of what we already know and ensure that citizen voice is consistently informing strategy, service design, and investment decisions.
The Citizen Insight Analysis Lead will play a key role in this transformation. By establishing the Insight Hub, driving integrated analysis, and advising on new channels for insight, this role will help us achieve our vision.
This role will sit within the newly formed Citizen Insight and Participation Team, part of the Combined Authority’s Evidence, Research and Intelligence Service. The team has been repositioned to consolidate and strengthen our approach to citizen engagement, with a renewed focus on analysing and disseminating citizen insights, developing deeper, more inclusive participation channels and expanding opportunities for co-production.
This is a rare opportunity to shape how a maturing Combined Authority listens, learns, and leads. If you’re passionate about turning citizen feedback into strategic advantage, then we encourage you to apply.
About the person
We are looking for an experienced insight professional who understands the power of citizen voice to shape public services, build trust, and drive meaningful change. The ideal candidate will bring analytical rigour, strategic thinking, and a collaborative mindset to everything they do and will know how to turn data into stories.
We are looking for someone with expertise in both quantitative and qualitative methods, with the ability to confidently interpret citizen feedback.
You will demonstrate the ability to synthesise complex information into clear, actionable intelligence that supports strategy, service design, and investment decisions.
You can evidence commitment to equity, inclusion, and high-quality public service as well as uderstanding of the importance of amplifying underrepresented voices.
If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply. 
Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria. 
The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting.
1) Provide evidence of experience in a similar role.
2) Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, in a citizen insight context.
3) Able to build and maintain strong working relationships across a range of stakeholders.
Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

About the organisation
The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.
The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits 
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<li>•Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%</li>
<li>•Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days</li>
<li>•Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner</li>
<li>•Flexible and hybrid working</li>
<li>•24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service</li>
<li>•Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme</li>
<li>•Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms</li>
<li>•Bike to Work Scheme</li>
<li>•Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning</li>
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Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion 
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.
To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your application how you meet the key essential criteria listed above.
Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.
Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa</a>

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