Job title: Strategic Communications Manager
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands (Hybrid 2/3 days a week in ofice)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Start date: December 2025 - Jan 2026
Salary: £46,000-£50,000 (DOE)
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Strategic Communications Manager to join a high-profile regional organisation focused on driving investment, growth, and reputation across the West Midlands. This role offers the chance to lead the development and delivery of dynamic, perception-shifting communication campaigns with both national and international reach. You'll oversee multi-channel strategies across media, digital, and stakeholder engagement, shaping the narrative of one of the UK's most ambitious and fast-developing regions. Managing a small, high-performing team, you will combine strategic oversight with hands-on execution in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Key Requirements
Develop and deliver a full-funnel communications strategy targeting B2B and real estate audiences.
Lead the creation of compelling narratives and messaging to position the region as a global hub for investment and innovation.
Produce high-quality written content, including press releases, op-eds, speeches, and long-form articles.
Manage proactive media relations to secure impactful national and international coverage.
Oversee planning and coordination of communications across multiple business functions and campaigns.
Line manage a small communications team, supporting professional development and delivery.
Work collaboratively with senior leadership to deliver consistent corporate messaging and strategic storytelling.
Analyse and report on campaign performance, ensuring measurable impact and continuous improvement.
Manage external agency relationships to ensure alignment with communications strategy.
Support stakeholder engagement across public, private, and regional partners to promote shared goals.
Candidate Criteria
Proven experience in strategic communications, PR, or marketing within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
Exceptional written and editorial skills, with the ability to translate complex information into engaging content.
Strong understanding of media relations across trade, national, and broadcast platforms.
Demonstrable success managing and delivering B2B or place-making campaigns.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution and delivery.
Strong project management and organisational skills, with experience managing multiple priorities.
Confident communicator, capable of engaging senior stakeholders and external partners.
Experience leading or mentoring small teams in a collaborative, high-performing environment.
A creative, adaptable approach with an eye for innovation and new communication formats.
Genuine passion for economic growth, regional development, and the West Midlands as a place to live, work, and invest.
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