Head of Corporate Communications – Gwent Police

Are you a communications leader with a passion for public service, innovation, and creativity? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same? Gwent Police is seeking an exceptional individual to join our Executive team as the new Head of Corporate Communications.

About the Role

This is a rare and exciting strategic leadership opportunity for a communications professional to make a meaningful impact in policing. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of the Chief Constables mission and delivery plan.

Reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Constable and sitting as an integral member of our Executive team, you will help shape the organisation’s mission to drive public trust and confidence in Gwent Police.

You will play a key role in strengthening internal engagement, helping our people feel informed, have a voice, feel valued, and connected through open, honest, and meaningful communication.

As a high-performing police service that consistently delivers results beyond expectations, we are looking for someone who can showcase our success, how we prevent and tackle crime and support our communities but also tell the impactful stories behind our work.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and develop a talented Corporate Communications team, fostering a supportive and high-performing culture.
• Take day-to-day responsibility for media, campaigns, and digital communications, using your creativity and initiative to highlight the positive impact of Gwent Police.
• Provide strategic, ethical, and pragmatic advice, challenge, and support to Chief Officers, ensuring communications and engagement are at the heart of effective service delivery and organisational success.
• Influence and advise at all levels, including the most senior officers, to deliver high-impact communications that resonate with a diverse range of audiences.
• Respond to fast-moving, high-profile incidents – from major protests to complex investigations – and help plan and execute proactive campaigns, such as tackling drug driving or supporting vulnerable people.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the service, building relationships and ensuring communications are consistent, timely, and aligned with organisational objectives.
• Participate in and help lead a joint 24/7 on-call rota, ensuring our communications response is robust and effective around the clock.

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrable experience in a senior communications role, ideally within a public sector or high-profile organisation.
• Proven ability to effectively lead and develop teams, manage complex situations, and deliver outstanding results under pressure.
• Creative flair and a strategic mindset, with the ability to craft compelling messages across media, digital, and campaign platforms.
• Confidence in engaging with senior leaders, stakeholders, and members of the public, offering robust advice and guidance.
• Strong ethical standards and a pragmatic approach to problem solving.

How to Apply

• Applications will be via a detailed CV and personal statement. Please refer to the role description and the Education/Experience, Knowledge/Skills section on the role profile in your personal statement to evidence your suitability for the role (no more than 1,000 words).

  
  Interviews will be held on the 24th March 2026 at the Gwent Police HQ

What are our benefits:

Here at Gwent Police, we value our employees, and we provide support and training to ensure you excel in your role, alongside receiving benefits such as:

• Generous annual leave entitlement that rises to 30 days depending on grade plus 8 bank holidays
• Employee Assistance programme and a range of wellbeing support programmes
• Contributory Private Healthcare
• Free access to 24/7 on-site gyms
• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme, Vectis Card and
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• The post is predominantly based in Gwent Police Headquarters, with remote working across Gwent Police estate.
• Flexible working opportunities
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Range of support networks
• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements
• Generous sick pay provisions

If you are ready to take on a challenge where your leadership, expertise, and vision will be valued and rewarded, and where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to our communities, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to become the Head of Corporate Communications at Gwent Police and help us build a safer, more confident Gwent.

For an informal discussion about the role or for more information on how to apply, please contact our recruitment team or contact DCC Staff Officer Katie Jones- Katie.Jones2@gwent.police.uk