Job Description

Sue Ross Recruitment are working on behalf of our client, a highly respected local public sector organisation right here in Sheffield City Centre. We are looking for a Branding and Special Projects Lead (on an initial Contract until April 2027) to oversee the delivery and implementation of all brand activity, ensuring cohesion, quality, and alignment across the organisation.

The postholder will coordinate the cross‑organisational branding implementation group, monitor progress against timelines and budgets, and support the development and delivery of a high‑impact brand launch. You will work closely with the Director of Communications, provide regular updates, and represent the Communications Team at key partnership meetings.

Key Responsibilities

* Brand identity development — Oversee the finalisation of the brand identity, including the brand book, tone photography, and associated guidance, ensuring alignment with commissioned agency outputs and organisational requirements.

* Programme coordination — Lead and facilitate the cross‑organisational branding implementation group, maintaining effective communication, synchronising delivery plans, and monitoring progress, timelines, and costs. Prepare and present high‑level reports and briefings for senior stakeholders.

* Brand launch planning — Support the development and execution of a strategic communications and marketing plan to ensure the effective launch of the new brand across all channels.

* Stakeholder engagement — Engage with senior stakeholders, including the Director of Communications and senior colleagues, providing regular updates, insights, and assessments of launch readiness and implementation progress.

* Quality assurance — Work closely with colleagues responsible for delivering physical and digital brand assets, ensuring consistency, quality control, and adherence to brand standards.

* Internal adoption — Drive internal engagement and adoption of the brand through initiatives, partnerships, and impact reviews, ensuring long‑term integration and monitoring performance indicators.

* Representation — Represent the Communications Team at Enhanced Partnership meetings and other cross‑agency forums, ensuring alignment and effective collaboration.

* Special projects — Lead delegated special projects, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in branding, communications, or marketing within a complex organisational environment. They will possess strong project management skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams effectively. The role requires a collaborative approach, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide clear, concise, and authoritative updates to senior stakeholders.

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