Civil Stakeholder & Public Liaison Officer

Esh Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction services provider in Leeds is looking for a Stakeholder and Public Liaison Officer. This role involves managing communications with the public and stakeholders during construction activities, ensuring high customer service standards. Candidates should possess a UK driving licence and have experience in customer service or administration. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are critical, along with the ability to handle conflicts effectively. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave

Hybrid Working

Pension plan

ULEV Car Lease Scheme

Shopping and lifestyle savings

Buy and Sell Holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• At least 2 years of experience in a customer service or administrative environment is required.
• Experience with social media platforms is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage project email account and respond to enquiries promptly.
• Ensure claims are dealt with efficiently following Group insurance protocols.
• Organise and facilitate events at the Visitor Centre.

Skills

Customer service skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Conflict resolution

Education

Qualification in relevant subject area

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a Stakeholder and Public Liaison Officer to serve as the primary point of contact for members of the public and key stakeholders affected by ongoing construction activities, providing a high standard of customer service and ensuring all communications are managed clearly and efficiently. The postholder will work collaboratively with the Corporate Communications Team and the Site Team to maintain consistent and coordinated messaging, and will oversee the operation of any on site visitor centre (if applicable) during designated opening hours when required.

Location

Leeds

What we will expect from you

• Manage the dedicated project email account and respond to enquiries, compliments and complaints in a timely manner. Recording each contact on the designated project log
• Ensure claims are dealt with efficiently through the Group insurance protocols and within agreed timescales
• Ensure complaints or incidents are recorded accurately; provide feedback to appropriate team members to reduce the likelihood of its reoccurrence
• Arrange visits to any members of the public or businesses that may be directly impacted by the ongoing construction project
• Act as a first point of contact within the project visitor centre/site office during scheduled opening hours
• Organise and facilitate Visitor Centre events as required (e.g. schools, universities and construction bodies)
• Prepare and weekly / monthly reports as required by the site team, client and Corporate Communications
• Attend monthly progress meetings to provide updates on stakeholder communications and outline any issues
• Liaise with the site team and Corporate Communications regarding project website update requirements
• Provide guidance (or training where possible) to site team on effectively dealing with public and stakeholders and the effective handling of conflict
• Assist with the organisation of PR or social value events on site (where applicable)
• To support the Corporate Communications team with general communications activities
• Maintain a high standard of health and safety, safeguarding and GDPR compliance in all activities
• To partake in personal development through appraisals and to participate in any identified training or development opportunities
• Uphold Esh Group’s core values of; care, trust, integrity, respect and collaboration

It is not possible for this document to totally encompass or define all tasks that may be required of the post holder. The outlined duties may therefore vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence (essential)
• At least 2 year’s occupational experience in a customer service / administrative environment (essential)
• Good understanding of Microsoft Office based packages
• Experience of updating a customer service website (desirable)
• Experience / understanding of social media platforms (desirable)
• Previous experience within a communications, PR or marketing environment (desirable)
• Qualification in relevant subject area (desirable)
• General understanding of the construction sector (desirable)

Attributes & Skills

• Has a ‘can do’ attitude
• Willingness to travel across the Region as required
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Punctual and reliable with good time management
• Polite and approachable at all times
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Ability to be reactive and proactive and work using own initiative
• Ability to deal with conflict

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave

Extra time off plus a day to celebrate your birthday.

Hybrid Working

Balance work and life with flexible arrangements (where applicable)

Secure your future with a pension plan and expert guidance.

ULEV Car Lease Scheme

Drive greener with our ultra-low emission vehicle leasing option.

Exclusive savings on shopping, leisure and lifestyle.

Buy and Sell Holidays

Flexibility to purchase or sell annual leave to suit your lifestyle.

Cycle to Work

Save money and stay healthy with our bike purchase scheme.