Are you seeking an opportunity to have direct influence over the future of transport in the UK's largest and most dynamic city-region working at the forefront of the devolution agenda?

This is an exciting time for Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM). We are responsible for delivering the Mayoral Combined Authority’s ambitious transport programme as part of the Greater Manchester strategy and more widely, the Northern Powerhouse. Alongside overseeing Greater Manchester’s wider transport network, TfGM delivers high-profile, large-scale transport projects, and it’s our experts who provide the information and analysis to shape transport strategy. We deliver and improve transport services, facilities and information to make travel easier for everyone.

We are seeking a Strategic Communications & Consultations Manager who has the necessary skills to shape and deliver consultation, stakeholder and public engagement activity to inform the future of transport in Greater Manchester.  

You will have extensive experience of successfully engaging wide-ranging audiences; be able to translate technical information into simple messaging; and have proven ability to manage projects and teams.

You will be working with a forward thinking and innovative organisation in a fast-paced environment. The work may at times be challenging, but presents the opportunity to develop and grow as part of a wide-ranging Corporate Affairs function at the heart of TfGM.

The salary for this role is £39,643 – £44,620 per annum. Salary on appointment will be dependent upon your skills and experience.

In return, as well as a competitive salary, we also offer a range of fantastic benefits, such as:

• free home to work travel by train or Metrolink within the Greater Manchester boundary; 
• free bus travel across Greater Manchester; 
• 27 days annual leave; 
• access to the local government pension scheme 

We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation.  We are actively building a diverse workforce and want to create an inclusive environment as we recognise the importance of our workforce reflecting the communities we serve.