Communications Manager

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Manchester is seeking a Communications Manager to oversee public relations and media activities. This role involves working with partners to promote health research and innovation, delivering significant campaigns, and driving social media outreach. The ideal candidate should have experience in communications, a strong educational background, and a track record of successful campaign delivery. Competitive salary offered ranging from £47,810 to £54,710.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar communications role in industry, health or the wider public sector.
• Strong track record in delivering communications campaigns with proven results.
• Knowledge of NHS operations in Greater Manchester and the importance of digital health innovation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert communications advice and support.
• Develop and deliver key strategies for media opportunities.
• Drive impactful social media content and evaluate communications activities.

Skills

Experience in communications role

Track record of delivering campaigns

Understanding of NHS in Greater Manchester

Education

Degree in a related field

Relevant postgraduate qualification (e.g., CIM)

Job description

Communications Manager

The closing date is 03 December 2025.

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.

Main duties of the job

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.

About us

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.

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience in a similar communications role in industry, health or the wider public sector
• Strong track record in delivering communications campaigns with the results to back up the activity

Education

• Educated to degree level in a related field and ideally a relevant postgraduate qualification e.g. CIM or other

Knowledge

• An understanding of how the NHS works in Greater Manchester and how digital and innovation in health are key to its future success.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

£47,810 to £54,710 a year Per annum (pro rata)