Head of External Communications

Head of External Communications - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK You need JavaScript enabled to use this service. Cookies on Civil Service Jobs We'd like to use analytics cookies so we can understand how you use Civil Service Jobs and make improvements. We also use essential cookies to remember if you’ve accepted analytics cookies. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to accept analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to reject analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Skip to main content GOV.UK Civil Service Jobs Beta Your feedback will help us to improve. Home Sign in to your account Cymraeg Head of External Communications The Electoral Commission Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 23rd November 2026 Return to search results Apply at advertiser's site Details Reference number 488492 Salary £71,618 - £80,000 London Weighting Working from home allowance A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Other Contract type Permanent Business area TEC - Communications/Marketing Type of role Communications / Marketing Working pattern Full-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location London About the job Job summary Basis: Permanent, full-time, 36 hours per week Location: London (Hybrid – minimum 2 days in the office) Benefits: Outstanding benefits including the Civil Service Pension Scheme, flexible working, 28+ days annual leave and more. About the Electoral Commission The Electoral Commission is the UK's independent body overseeing elections and regulating political finance. Everything we do is about ensuring trust, participation and integrity in the democratic process. The Commission is building on a period of growth, expanding our workforce and modernising how we deliver our services to better support the needs of a changing democracy. As our organisation develops and adapts to meet future challenges, this post will play a vital part in supporting that progress and helping ensure we remain responsive to the democratic needs of voters, campaigners, parties and electoral administrators across the UK. Job description About the role As Head of External Communications, you will lead our