Director - Public Affairs (planning)

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Due to recent new business wins and strong client relationship a communications agency (with a focus on planning) is seeking a highly ambitious candidate to join their team.

Taking responsibility for all public affairs in the planning capacity, and working with a major client this role offers a real opportunity for development.

Working on projects end-to-end from strategic design, to implementation on the ground, you will take a leading position on each project. Managing stakeholders, from the local community, press, politicians and councils, the end result we deliver to our client is a smooth planning process that helps them achieve business goals.

The role will require travel on client projects as they are spread throughout the country. Ability to travel is important.

 You could come from a variety of backgrounds so long as you have planning experience (either in-house, or at an agency, other backgrounds will be considered),  have the gravity to deal with senior stakeholders, the personal nature to work at all levels and desire a new challenge, this may well be the role for you.

For more information on this role, or a strictly confidential chat, telephone Joseph Henry at Electus on 020 7593 5538. Alternatively email info@electus-group.com.