Role Description Join us as a Communications and Marketing Manager and help shape the story of the North East. This is an exciting opportunity to join the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority at a time of transformation and ambition. - Play a leading role in planning and delivering strategic campaigns that showcase the impact of our work. - Engage diverse audiences and support the delivery of our priorities across the region. - Identify opportunities to maximize the reach and effectiveness of our communications. - Ensure messages are compelling, evidence-based, and deliver measurable results. - Lead complex, high-profile marketing and communications campaigns from concept to evaluation. - Manage budgets, procure specialist services, and oversee the delivery of projects across the full communications mix. - Promote major programmes, support consultation and engagement activity, and manage sensitive issues and crisis communications. - Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners to enhance the Authority's profile. - Invest in the development of others by leading and coaching junior communications professionals. - Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and high performance. We are proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds, communities, and experiences. We support flexible working and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented including women, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people, and those from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds. If you are an experienced communications leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about making a difference, and can combine creativity with strategic insight, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to arrange an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact Tonia.Cook@northeast-ca.gov.uk . Closing date for applications: Monday 27th July 2026 at 23:59. For further information about the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority please visit our website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk . Company Description

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