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The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Deputy Director, Communications & Engagement to join our senior management team. As the police complaints watchdog for England and Wales, we investigate the most serious matters and set standards for police complaint handling. Our vision is to foster trust and confidence in policing through independent oversight.
We are on a transformative journey to enhance our culture and ethos, and this role offers a unique opportunity to shape our communications and engagement strategies. Reporting directly to the Deputy Director General (Strategy, Communications and Engagement), you will lead highly professional teams in Communications, Media Relations and Stakeholder Engagement. The successful candidate will set and deliver the IOPC Communications and Engagement Strategy, provide expert advice on all communications and engagement matters, lead on proactive and reactive media relations across operational and corporate matters and deliver impactful internal communications to approximately 1,000 colleagues.
We are looking for an inspirational leader with extensive experience in senior-level communications leadership, particularly in high-profile, complex organisations. You should have a proven track record of advising at a senior level and managing media engagement in politically sensitive environments.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about making a difference, motivated by leading high-performing teams, and committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. If you have excellent judgement, a background in leading change and transformation, and thrive in complex operational environments, we welcome your application.
Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the Independent Office for Police Conduct on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference OBPWC. Alternatively email Belinda.beck@saxbam.com. Applications should be received by noon on Friday 14th February 2025.
