Senior External Affairs Manager (Maternity cover)

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Senior External Affairs Manager (Maternity cover) Application Deadline: 1 June 2026: Department: Social Surveys: Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time Location: London (Hybrid): Reporting To: Gillian Prior: Description: Senior External Affairs Manager (Maternity cover) Competitive Salary (depending on experience)London | Hybrid Full time | Fixed term (12 months) Role details Location: London (Hybrid – two days working from home) Reporting to: Director of External Engagement Directorate: Marketing and Communications Working at the heart of NatCen’s Marketing and Communications team, this role takes ownership of NatCen’s external affairs function, shaping how our research reaches, influences and engages decision‑makers. You’ll bring clarity, credibility and momentum to NatCen’s public affairs, stakeholder engagement and external communications, working closely with senior leaders and research teams. Key Responsibilities: Shape NatCen’s external affairs strategy — develop and deliver a clear, joined‑up approach to public affairs, stakeholder engagement and communications that raises NatCen’s profile and impact. Build senior stakeholder relationships — strengthen trusted relationship...