Location
London
Hours
Full Time
Salary
£55,000 per annum
About the Role
At Peabody, we are committed to improving the safety and quality of thousands of homes while planning investments for the next 30 years. This role is central to that mission. As Communications Lead, you will help people understand how we are enhancing homes and ensuring their safety. You will connect colleagues, residents, and partners with clear, accessible updates on key programmes ranging from fire safety and remediation to long-term investment plans that support safe, sustainable homes for the future.
You will lead communications for investment in residents’ homes and building safety, ensuring all stakeholders stay informed and engaged with the improvements being delivered. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading communications for fire remediation, latent defects, and other compliance-driven safety programmes
- Managing resident-focused campaigns on statutory requirements such as fire door checks, annual safety reminders, and evacuation planning
- Supporting communications for planned investment aligned with our 30-year financial plan
- Coordinating incident response communications to keep stakeholders informed during safety events or regulatory alerts
- Maintaining clear, accessible resources, templates, and guidance to support consistent internal communications
- Facilitating collaboration between teams and partners to deliver safe, well-maintained homes that meet current and future standards
You will act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders and programme teams, shaping straightforward and consistent communications that build confidence and understanding among all audiences.
Experience
Significant experience developing and delivering communications across multiple channels and audiences. Experience in a regulated or high-profile sector such as housing, construction, or safety is an advantage.
About you
Strong writing skills with the ability to make complex topics clear and engaging. Confident in using insight and data to plan, deliver, and evaluate communications. Knowledge of accessibility best practices and inclusive communication approaches. Able to act as a trusted adviser and collaborate effectively with senior leaders and diverse teams.
Qualifications
Relevant qualifications or demonstrable experience in communications or related fields are desirable but not explicitly required.
Peabody Trust




