Communications Manager

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Communications Manager to lead PR and media efforts, promote health innovations, and support strategies that enhance operational excellence. This role involves collaboration across teams to ensure impactful communications that improve patient experiences and staff wellbeing. Join us to make a real difference in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic and inclusive work environment

Responsibilities

• Oversee PR, media, and communications function.
• Promote health research and innovation impacts.
• Maximize PR and media opportunities through strategies.

Job description

The Communications Manager is a key member of the Health Innovation Manchester (HInM) communications team, with responsibility for overseeing the PR, media and communications function. You will work with HInM's partners across the Greater Manchester system and nationally to promote the difference our health research and innovation makes to people's lives and position Greater Manchester at the leading edge of health innovation and life sciences. Working closely with the Head of Communications, you will be integral in providing expert communications advice and support, with a supportive role in developing and delivering key strategies to maximise PR and media opportunities, deliver high-profile GM‑wide campaigns, drive impactful social media content, and evaluate the impact of our communications activity in achieving HInM's vision and business objectives.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe—what better place to shape and develop your leadership career. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation. You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non‑clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust. MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.

We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success. Join us and help shape the future of our Trust--make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.