Head of Engagement

Role Overview

We’re looking for an entrepreneurial and commercially minded Head of Engagement who can channel the Deetu approach of doing things differently, leading on engagement strategies that help form engaged communities and create informed places.

The role will have responsibility for business growth within the engagement team, creating new business opportunities beyond our current offering and strengthening existing relationships. The Associate Director role will require an innovative and commercially astute leader with substantial account management skills who will help grow Deetu’s Engagement, Consultation and Communications services both externally and within the wider BWB Consulting business.

The role will require an individual with a passion for delivering exemplar stakeholder engagement and public consultation, using Deetu’s digitally led approach to inform concepts and masterplans; ultimately to facilitate evidence-based place making.

What you’ll be doing

• Responsible for business growth of the engagement team, creating new business opportunities beyond our current offering and strengthening existing relationships.

• Working with the wider multi-disciplinary BWB Group, supporting the growth of the stakeholder engagement service.

• Mapping key stakeholders on projects, creating meaningful engagement strategies and execution plans.

• Developing themes, core messages and collateral for multiple audiences and stakeholders, including digital users, the media, local communities, statutory bodies, technical groups, and elected representatives.

• Liaising with internal and external clients, ensuring a high level of Client service and ensuring accurate, timely reporting.

• A requirement to provide support and line management of colleagues within the engagement team.

What you’ll bring

• A degree or masters in a relevant background subject

• A proven aptitude for building relationships, managing clients and delivering business growth.

• Experience in delivering communications and consultation activities on Development Consent Orders (DCOs) and large planning applications.

• A deep understanding of the planning process and how stakeholder and community engagement plays its part.

• Experience from delivering engagement and consultation services in the UK property, infrastructure or built environment industry is essential.

• Strong project management, organisational and line management skills.

• A demonstrable ability to understand, interpret and present complex information in a communications setting.

What We Offer at BWB Consulting:

Empowering You to Be Your Most Authentic Self – We foster an inclusive environment where you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work every day.

Competitive Salary – We offer a competitive salary package to recognise and reward your contributions.

Pension – BWB matches 5% of your salary into your pension, helping you save for a secure future.

Generous Holiday Allowance – Enjoy 25 days of annual leave with the option to purchase additional days for more flexibility.

Life Assurance – We provide life assurance coverage of 4 times your salary to offer peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

Wellbeing Support – Access qualified, confidential support through Westfield Health to prioritize your mental and physical wellbeing. We also offer a healthcare cash plan to assist with medical expenses.

Driving Your Own Experience – Our values-driven culture empowers you to take ownership of your professional journey and shape your career path and hybrid working options provide flexibility to balance work and personal commitments.

Learning & Development Opportunities – Access personalised, fully funded learning and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge. We also offer support for charterships and paid professional subscriptions to further your professional development.

Other Benefits – Enjoy exclusive savings, discounts, free advice, and other benefits.

Health and Wellness Initiative – Participate in the Cycle to Work scheme to promote physical activity and eco-friendly commuting. Paid volunteering days to give back to your community and make a positive impact. Regular social events to foster team bonding and celebrate achievements. Long service reward scheme to recognise your dedication and commitment to BWB Consulting.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be your best – please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed.