Communications Manager

University Of Leeds (Medicine); Greater London, Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution is looking for a Communications Manager to support the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). The role involves leading communication projects for the NIHR Research Delivery Network and managing media relations. This position can be based in Leeds or London, offering a hybrid working environment with flexible arrangements. It is a fixed-term role covering maternity leave, aimed at enhancing health research communications and public engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in digital communications and media relations.
• Strong skills in planning, management, and evaluation of communications projects.
• Experience in leading communication strategies and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of communications projects across NIHR RDN.
• Support the NIHR Media Relations delivery team in press functions.

Job description

Do you want to be part of a communications team supporting world‑leading health and social care research that improves people's health and wellbeing, and promotes economic growth? Are you an experienced communications professional and press officer, with a track record of success in digital communications and media relations?

We are recruiting a Communications Manager to support the work of the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).

Key Responsibilities

There are two main aspects to the role – with the post holder contributing 50% of their time to NIHR Research Delivery Network (RDN) communications activity, and 50% of their time to the NIHR media relations delivery team:

• NIHR RDN communications: The post holder will be responsible for leading the operational delivery of planning, management and evaluation of communications projects and channels across the NIHR RDN. This includes supporting the NIHR’s flagship digital engagement service, Be Part of Research.
• NIHR Media Relations: The post holder will be a member of the NIHR Media Relations delivery team, supporting the successful delivery of the organisation's press office function and associated strategic priorities.

This role can either be Leeds or London‑based. We work in a hybrid way with an expectation that all RDNCC staff spend at least 40% of their time in the office. We are also open to discussing other flexible working arrangements.

Please note that this is a fixed‑term position to cover maternity leave.