Governance lead Work, Jobs in Exeter, Eng (with Salaries)

Lead Internal Communications & Engagement Manager
South West Water —Exeter
- £60,000 - £70,000 a year
- Presentation skills
- Team management
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
4d
Senior Minister/ Lead Pastor
Roar Centre Ltd —Pennsylvania
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mentoring
- In-person
Quick apply
4d
Occupational Health and Wellbeing Lead
South West Water —Exeter
- £56,000 - £65,000 a year
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
13d
Operations & Clinical Education Manager (FTC)
Devon Air Ambulance —Exeter
- £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Organisational skills
- Training & development
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
4d
Recovery Coordinator
Change Grow Live —Exeter
- £28,557.79 - £32,802.41 a year
- Weekend availability
- Training & development
- Time management
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
9d
Ecological Compliance and Consents Lead
AECOM —Exeter
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
3d
Senior Rehabilitation Case Manager - Exeter
Proclaim Care Limited —Exeter
- £52,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Case management
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Work from home
Digital Analytics & UX Lead
South West Water —Exeter
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- No degree
- Analytics
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
5d
Managing Director, Enabling Domain
Met Office —Heavitree
- £130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
Research EPR Practitioner
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust —Torquay
- £39,959 - £48,117 a year
- Full-time
- Training & development
- Epic
3d
Medicines Optimisation Lead (Dispenser/Dispensing Technician)
Bow Medical Practice —Bow
- £15 - £18 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Continuous improvement
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
Order Fulfilment Lead
Keysight Technologies, Inc. —Paignton
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
6d
General Practice Assistant Manager
Bow Medical Practice —Bow
- £16 - £20 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- Contracts
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
Category Manager
LiveWest —Clyst Honiton
- £55,000 - £63,600 a year
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
4d
Value Stream Lead
Gooch & Housego Torquay —Torquay
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Category Buyer
LiveWest —Clyst Honiton
- £40,000 - £45,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
4d
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Torquay Boys' Grammar School —Torquay
- £19,524 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Budgeting
- Leadership
- School
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
2d
Practice Director - Market Vets
IVC —South Molton
- Up to £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Business development
- Continuous improvement
- Budgeting
- Employee discount
Wealth Operations Manager
The Progeny Group Limited —Exeter
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Computer skills
Quick apply
9d
Systems Administrator
Deciphex —Exeter
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Google Suite
- Computer Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
Quick apply

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Lead Internal Communications & Engagement Manager

South West Water -
Exeter

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Job details

Permanent
£60,000 - £70,000 a year
4 days ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Private medical insurance
Employee discount

Qualifications

Public Relations
Internal communication strategy development
Stakeholder collaboration
Stakeholder liaison
Change management
Presentation skills
Team management
Media and communications experience
Communications
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose

South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes.

We’re proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we’re working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.

Whether you’re starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.

Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.

Lead Internal Communications & Engagement Manager

Are you an experienced communications leader who can shape how colleagues understand, engage with and contribute to organisational success?

We're looking for a Lead Internal Communications & Engagement Manager to lead the development and delivery of our internal communications strategy across the organisation. Working in partnership with senior leaders and stakeholders, you'll ensure colleagues receive clear, timely and meaningful communications that support organisational priorities, transformation and business performance.

This is an opportunity to combine strategic leadership with operational delivery, leading a high-performing team while driving communication excellence across a complex organisation.

What you'll be doing

You'll define and deliver a strategic internal communications and engagement framework that supports organisational objectives, enhances leadership communication and strengthens understanding of key business priorities.

Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll develop compelling communication approaches that bring organisational strategy to life, ensuring messages are clear, consistent and tailored to diverse audiences.

You'll lead employee listening and engagement activity, using insight, feedback and data to inform decision-making, shape communication plans and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

You'll establish effective governance, planning processes and communication standards, creating a coordinated approach that enables high-quality communications across the organisation.

Acting as a trusted adviser, you'll provide expert guidance to senior leaders on communication, engagement, transformation and change, helping to deliver successful outcomes across key strategic programmes.

You'll lead, coach and develop the Internal Communications team, creating a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality support and measurable impact.

You'll also evaluate the effectiveness of communication activity through data and insight, using evidence-based recommendations to improve channels, content and communication performance.

What we're looking for

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Proven experience developing and delivering organisation-wide internal communications strategies, frameworks and governance models.
Experience providing expert communication advice to senior leaders within complex organisations.
Demonstrable success leading communications for organisational change, transformation and business improvement initiatives.
Significant experience designing and delivering employee engagement and listening programmes.
Experience using survey results, colleague feedback and organisational insight to inform communication strategies and priorities.
Experience developing communication planning frameworks, annual communication calendars and governance processes.
Experience partnering with HR or People teams to deliver integrated people communications.
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively at all levels.
Experience measuring communication effectiveness and translating insight into continuous improvement.
Experience managing crisis, incident or operational communications.
Experience within water, utilities, infrastructure or other highly regulated sectors would be advantageous.

Qualifications

Essential

Degree-level qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
Extensive experience in internal communications and engagement leadership roles.
Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills.
Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams.

Desirable

CIPR, IoIC or equivalent professional communications qualification.
Leadership, coaching or mentoring qualification.
Change management qualification or accreditation.
Experience using engagement measurement and analytics tools.

About You

You'll be a credible communications professional with the ability to build strong relationships, influence senior stakeholders and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

You'll bring outstanding storytelling skills, commercial awareness and sound judgement, with the ability to translate complex organisational priorities into clear and engaging communication.

You'll be comfortable providing challenge, driving continuous improvement and leading through change, whilst maintaining a collaborative and inclusive approach.

Most importantly, you'll be passionate about delivering communications that help people understand organisational priorities, support business performance and contribute to a positive working environment.

If you're looking for an opportunity to lead strategic communications, influence organisational direction and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

We recognise and reward the commitment, expertise and impact our people bring to the business.

As our Lead Internal Communications & Engagement Manager, you'll benefit from a comprehensive package that includes:

Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience, skills and contribution
Company Car or Car Allowance – Supporting your professional mobility
Performance Bonus Scheme – A rewarding and competitive incentive structure
Pension Scheme – Helping you plan confidently for the future
Private Healthcare Benefits – Including private medical insurance and access to employee assistance programmes
Professional Development Opportunities – Ongoing training and support to help you grow your career
Employee Discount Programme – Savings across a range of products and services
Generous Annual Leave Entitlement – Giving you time to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of work

Closing Date: 16th September 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.

Our core values, which are essential to our success, are:

Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.

Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.

Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.

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Lead Internal Communications & Engagement Manager

Senior Minister/ Lead Pastor

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Ecological Compliance and Consents Lead

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Order Fulfilment Lead

General Practice Assistant Manager

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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Practice Director - Market Vets

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