Effective communication services for established and aspiring businesses.

I am an experienced communications professional with a decade’s experience in public affairs, local government public relations and crisis communications. I spent eight years as a local Councillor, previously worked in Parliament, and have worked for some of the country’s leading companies both in house and at agency, meaning I have a deep understanding of both the opportunities and risks for businesses.

Trusted strategic advice you can rely on

Charlotte Leach Communications

I am a highly skilled and professional communications expert. With a background in public affairs, local government, public relations and crisis communications, I have the knowledge and expertise to handle all types of projects and situations. 

Experience and Excellence

I am dedicated to delivering an unbeatable service, completely tailored to my client’s individual needs. With a career spanning both the public and private sector, my experience is unrivalled. 

Tailored Solutions

I understand the importance of a personalised approach. I will work closely with you to develop strategy that align with your goals and delivers exceptional outcomes.

A lifetime of regional knowledge

Born and bred in Lancashire, with nearly eight years as a local councillor in both Lancashire and Cheshire, I understand the challenges and opportunities for regional businesses and I am passionate about the success of the Northern economy. 

  • “Charlotte is a highly respected leader across the North, having worked at a senior level in property and development sector alongside her first hand experience in local government. In her dealings with stakeholders and the media she is effective and straightforward, with an ability to think creatively about challenges as well as able to spot genuine opportunities. For any organisation, her strategic counsel will be valuable to Chairs, Chief Executives and Board Members, helping them to bring their organisations together around major initiatives and projects.”

    Henri Murison, CEO Northern Powerhouse Partnership

  • “They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks although I certainly felt that I learned a lot from working with Charlotte. Extremely bright and intelligent, Charlotte assisted with raising the profile of Northstone and Peel to external stakeholders always with great professionalism, knowledge and awareness of the challenges involved. She always keeps good counsel and enables new relationships to be formed as well as interrogating different ways of achieving what we’d set out to do. I’d wholeheartedly recommend working with Charlotte, she has real emotional and political intelligence to understand the issues and challenges that come with the property and development sector. She’s well versed at handling the media and dealing with public affairs and extremely effective in her approach”

    Phil Wilson, CEO, Northstone and Executive Director, Peel L&P

  • “Charlotte is a diligent and highly capable professional with a deep understanding of policy making at all levels. She has a strong network of contacts at both national and local government and is well placed to help businesses build their networks in the political arena”

    Seema Kennedy OBE, former Government Minister and Member of Parliament

  • "I have worked with Charlotte for a number of years and always found her ideas excellent. Her drive for quality is exceptional, and her strategic thinking unlocks even the trickiest brief. She is personable, engaging, and thoughtful in her approach and, as such, gets great results. I'd recommend anyone looking for a strategic communications expert to work with Charlotte."

    Dino Moutsopoulos, Managing Partner of Place North Media Group