Title:  Head of Communications

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Head of Communications offering hybrid working arrangements.  Please note you will also be required to travel to other Amey offices including Birmingham, Oxford, London and Liverpool.

HOURS OF WORK Monday to Friday 37.5 hours a week

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Amey’s Transport Infrastructure Business Unit working closely with the MD and Senior Leadership team.  The key purpose of this role is to help drive business growth.

Using the resources provided by their direct reports, in the contracts and the central marketing and communications function, this role will ensure the specification and delivery of highly effective communications and marketing activity to support BU tactical and strategic ambitions. This role will be responsible for defining and driving internal and change communications within the BU, including supporting the MD and senior executive with their communications needs. This role will also work collaboratively on key account and strategic marketing communications taking a One Amey approach, capitalising on Amey’s broad spectrum of capabilities. They will represent the BU on the Group wide communications SLT.

What you will do:

• Design and deliver the Business Unit annual communications plan to support the BUs strategic objectives.
• Work with the MD to deliver their internal communications requirements.
• Drive brand relevance, consistency, and engagement across all touch points by building strong and collaborative internal relationships and recognising the value of our employees as brand ambassadors.
• Work with the People Directors and the recruitment team to embed Amey’s Employee Value Proposition within all our internal and external people communications and support on employee engagement surveys.
• Ensure the effective delivery of BU marketing needs to position Amey in relevant sectors, support bids and new business opportunities.
• Draft press releases that will effectively promote Amey’s achievements adhering to strict client and internal sign off processes.
• Maintain strong relationships with the Amey press office and work with the business on the development of pro-active and reactive media statements when required.
• Work with the wider communications team to deliver One Amey marketing campaigns showcasing Amey’s integrated service offering.
• Advise teams on how to use our brand narrative and proof points to frame our work winning narrative.
• Build effective external networks to enhance brand profile and cultivate opportunities.
• Build strong networks across Amey and promote collaboration with stakeholders across the business so they understand the BU’s capabilities and strategy.
• Identify and develop case studies to pre-established formats and standards that showcase our capabilities and strengthen our brand.
• Oversee, prepare, write and edit communications materials to ensure consistency and high standards. 
• Advise and support contract communications professionals to ensure Amey is meeting its contractual commitments on end user communications activity. 

What you will bring: 

• A degree in a relevant subject
• Excellent written, visual and verbal communications skills
• Good understanding of marketing approaches
• Creative problem solving
• Excellent stakeholder management
• Good analytical skills
• Strategic and commercial thinker

Experience:

• Substantial media and marketing comms experience
• Experience of marketing communications in a high growth B2B business
• Excellent understanding of all aspects of a communications function
• Good management skills and ability to use teams in an agile manner
• Sector knowledge would be an advantage
• Experience of working in a matrix organisation and using resources from teams not directly line managed
• Understanding of central and local government environments would be an advantage

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions, Bonus and Car.
• Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays - Enjoy at least 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***

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