Communications & Engagement Officer

West Midlands | Hybrid Working (2 days in office)
Circa £35,000
Full Time or Part Time (3 days) | Permanent

We are recruiting a Communications & Engagement Officer on behalf of a well-established regional organisation with a strong reputation and an extensive network of stakeholders across the West Midlands.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and proactive communications professional who enjoys building relationships, engaging with people and bringing complex topics to life through clear, meaningful communication.

The Role

This is a varied role combining communications, stakeholder engagement, research and external relationship management.

You will play a key role in gathering insight from a wide range of stakeholders, identifying emerging issues and communicating important information through a variety of channels.

Responsibilities will include:

• Developing and delivering engaging communications content
• Producing articles, reports, briefings and stakeholder updates
• Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders
• Attending meetings, events and networking activities
• Gathering market intelligence and identifying emerging trends
• Supporting research projects and analysing findings
• Translating technical, regulatory or policy-related information into clear and accessible messages
• Acting as an ambassador for the organisation at external events and forums

About You

We’re looking for someone who is naturally inquisitive, commercially aware and enjoys engaging with a wide range of people.

You may come from a communications, engagement, stakeholder relations, public affairs, membership, research or business support background.

You will have:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to simplify complex information for different audiences
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders
• A proactive and professional approach
• Strong organisational and project management skills

Most importantly, you will enjoy being out meeting people, building relationships and representing an organisation externally.

What’s On Offer?

• Hybrid working
• Excellent benefits package
• A varied and rewarding role
• Opportunity to work with a broad range of stakeholders and organisations
• Long-term career development opportunities