Commercial Services Group (CSG) is one of the largest providers of public sector and education procurement services globally, with revenues of over £500m, 1800 staff and six trading divisions: Global Education Supplies, Procurement, Energy & Carbon, Community Services, Professional Services and People Services. Wholly owned by Kent County Council, CSG supports over 15,000 customers in 86 countries and collaborates with a supply chain of c1,000 suppliers. CSG is on a journey of growth and to deliver exceptional customer service within each of its industries. Whilst each of the individual brands within the portfolio are well-recognised in their respective industries and markets, the overall brand is less well-known. As they continue to grow, they must address this and build a strong commercial reputation that leverages their collective strengths in new markets, with existing customers, and within the communities they serve. The Associate Director of Public Relations (ADPR) will be responsible for the strategic development and implementation of all external communications. Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, the ADPR will work closely with the leadership team to ensure the effective and comprehensive management of all public relations efforts. The role holder will be an energetic and high-calibre professional whose core deliverables include: -Championing external best practices and insights in public relations, external communications, and marketing. This involves advocating for the function in all strategic discussions, ensuring decisions are based on sound financial and commercial principles, and working with leadership teams to understand local and group-wide needs and opportunities. -Leading and coordinating a diverse range of duties, including media management, external communications, event management, public relations strategies, and collaboration with divisional marketing and communication functions to ensure alignment and consistency. This role will be adhoc/hybrid travel to offices in Kings Hill Salary £75-£80K