This high profile, independent financial services body needs to hire an Interim Senior External Affairs Manager to join them ASAP for 12 months. 

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Communications and with responsibility for overseeing a small team across public affairs and stakeholder engagement, the role will lead on the development and execution of a plan to promote and enhance the reputation of the organisation with its stakeholders, including government regulators, Parliament and Whitehall and key voluntary sector partners. You will oversee external engagement with industry, consumers and other stakeholders to ensure a consistent, managed and integrated approach with consistent messaging. You will also manage and develop the external affairs team effectively, providing strong leadership and strategic guidance. 

Key accountabilities:

- Lead on the development and execution of the strategy and communications programme for engaging all key external stakehol...