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Are you a comms professional who is looking for an exciting opportunity where no 2 days are the same? Do you have press office experience as well as crisis communications? Are you comfortable working a shift rota pattern? If you answered yes to all these questions, read on and apply. The Metropolitan Police Service is currently recruiting for a number of communications managers to join the team for an initial 4 month contract. The rate offered for the role will be £300 - £450 per day umbrella (inside IR35). The successful candidates will work a 5 days week but across a seven-day rota. This team operates a shift basis to provide a service from 8am to 7pm. Shifts are 8 hour long. If will be a requirement to go through CTC vetting so the role wont be an immediate start. They will be seeking a vetting exemption if you hold CTC or SC clearance. JOB PURPOSE There is no greater mission than keeping the public safe. This communications role is integral to the success of the Metropolitan Police Service. Our communities and police officers depend on excellent communication and engagement.??? ?You will form part of a large team who deliver a 24/7 service, responsible for reactive communications and reputation management including media inquiries and engagement across digital channels as well as generating proactive news. You will also provide communication support to spontaneous and planned events, including protest and disorder as well as large-scale gatherings and festivals and ceremonial events. You will help deliver a media service, media strategy, effectively managing proactive and reactive communications of high-profile and often controversial issues in a fast-paced environment. Working across Communication and Engagement to deliver high quality proactive and reactive communications for internal and external channels. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE A proven track-record in a busy media operation, including handling multiple, reactive demands across a range of themes and with different audiences. A strong understanding of effective media and channel monitoring, including the use of a range of digital tools to support this. Evidence of delivering high quality, fast-time rebuttal on digital channels and an understanding of how this can shape media narratives. Able to work at pace and under deadline pressure on fast-moving opportunities and challenges, set out effective handling and oversee consistent messaging.? Strong co-ordination skills, sharing and escalating opportunities and challenges where appropriate and liaising with operational colleagues in a large and complex organisation.? Experience of leading and driving proactive media planning and creative media campaigns across a wide portfolio.?Experience of planning and executing integrated communications plans with multiple stakeholders. A practical understanding of using data and insight to drive communications and of the importance of targeting audiences as well as evaluation. Experience of providing timely and professional advice to and confidence in influencing senior figures on complex issues.? Evidence of taking and processing complex information to produce appropriate, clear and effective communication materials.? If you have the required experience and you are comfortable to work on a 7 day shift rota, apply now and we'll be in touch.
Communications Manager Contract Duration: Minimum estimated 4 months Location: Westminster, London (Blended working with remote opportunities) Work Pattern: Full-time, 36 hours per week between the hours of 8am to 7pm, flexibility is required. Day rate: £349,PAYE, £450, Umbrella Vetting Level: Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC) will be sought if successful, this can take between 3-6 months. We are seeking a Communications Manager to play a pivotal role in the success of the Metropolitan Police Service by delivering exceptional external communications. This role is integral to our mission of keeping the public safe and requires a professional who can manage both proactive and reactive media strategies in a fast-paced environment. Day to Day of the Role: Deliver external communications supporting the priorities set out in the A New Met for London' plan. Be part of a team providing a 24/7 service, handling media inquiries, and engaging across digital channels. Support spontaneous and planned events with communication strategies. Provide rapid response service to the MPS, delivering response and rebuttal across digital channels. Develop and implement media strategies, managing communications for high-profile issues. Work at pace under deadline pressure, ensuring consistent messaging and effective communication. Required Skills & Qualifications: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Proven track record in a busy media operation with the ability to handle multiple reactive demands. Strong understanding of media and channel monitoring, including digital tools. Experience in delivering high-quality, fast-time rebuttal on digital channels. Strong coordination skills and experience in liaising with operational colleagues in a large organisation. Experience in leading proactive media planning and creative media campaigns. Practical understanding of using data and insight to drive communications. Experience in providing advice to senior figures on complex issues. Ability to produce clear and effective communication materials from complex information. Experience in shaping and delivering digital content across a range of channels. Benefits: Competitive contractor rate. Opportunity to contribute to the safety and well-being of the community. Blended working environment with remote working opportunities. Exposure to high-profile events and strategic communication challenges. Professional development in a supportive and dynamic team. To apply for the Communications Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience