Senior Communications & Marketing Business Partner

• Lead strategic communications and marketing projects including targeted campaigns, core message development, and leadership communications.
• Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing Business Partner for social homes to ensure a unified approach across the sector.
• Drive external communications including proposition messaging, media releases, and industry event promotion.
• Develop and deliver a content strategy that profiles leaders and promotes WPS at key events.
• Manage employee communications across housing maintenance and Liberty divisions.
• Engage senior stakeholders to plan and agree on activities that support business growth.
• Work closely with business development and proposals teams to deliver impactful marketing strategies and campaigns.
• Manage third-party agencies and suppliers to ensure ROI and customer satisfaction.
• Establish KPIs and track performance of marketing activities.

• Experienced in senior-level communications within in-house or agency settings.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to work across matrix-style organisations.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with a hands-on, can-do attitude.
• Proven track record in communication strategy, project management, and leadership communications.
• Technical knowledge in digital content, brand management, and event planning.
• Creative problem-solver with experience in organisational change.

• Self-starter with a professional, positive attitude.
• Collaborative mindset, adaptable to changing priorities.
• High integrity and ability to manage sensitive issues.
• Role models Wates Behaviours:

• Care – for people, performance, and the environment
• Fairness – inclusive, respectful, and transparent
• Look for a Better Way – inquisitive, efficient, and innovative

Wates