Responsibilities

• Setting the direction for all internal and external communications
• Leading our brand and reputation, making sure everything we say reflects who we are
• Owning crisis and issues management, guiding us through complexity with confidence
• Building influential relationships across political, regional and sector networks
• Driving engaging internal communications that support change and bring people with us
• Acting as our senior spokesperson, representing Platform with credibility and impact
• Leading a high-performing team, creating a culture where people can bring their best

Requirements

• A strong track record in senior communications, PR or external affairs roles
• Experience in complex or regulated environments (housing experience is a bonus)
• Deep expertise in reputation and crisis management
• A natural ability to influence and build trusted relationships
• Strong political awareness and sound judgement
• Experience leading communications through change
• A leadership style that’s collaborative, inclusive and empowering

Preferred

• CIPR or CIM qualification is desirable.

Benefits

• A supportive and inclusive culture
• Real opportunities for growth and development
• The flexibility to balance work and life
• A shared purpose—making a difference to customers and communities