Communications Manager

LGC Group Ltd; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in the UK is seeking a Communications Manager. The role involves promoting health research, producing engaging content, and collaborating with communication teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree and significant experience in press office roles, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and a flair for creating content. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in health research.

Qualifications

• Significant press office experience in a health, medical, or scientific context.
• Experience translating complex topics for web, social media, and news stories.
• Proven copywriting skills with strong grammatical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support the promotion of NIHR's research portfolio.
• Plan and deliver announcements of funding schemes and research outputs.
• Produce engaging content for various channels.

Skills

Organizational skills

Copywriting skills

Interpersonal skills

Social media expertise

Team collaboration

Planning and prioritization

Education

Degree-level education or relevant experience

Job description

Job Title: Communications Manager

The Communications Manager will be part of a busy team helping to demonstrate the value and impact of the NIHR's major investments in health research, medical technologies, and research infrastructure for the benefit of patients now and in the future. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced environment at the heart of NIHR and the UK's health research system.

Key responsibilities include supporting the promotion of NIHR's research portfolio, working with research funding teams, planning and delivering announcements of funding schemes and research outputs, and producing engaging content for various channels. The role involves close collaboration with NIHR's communications teams and providing guidance on accessible web content and branding.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree-level education or relevant equivalent experience
• Significant press office experience in a health, medical, or scientific context
• Experience translating complex topics for web, social media, and news stories
• Proven copywriting skills with strong grammatical accuracy
• Knowledge of the media landscape for health, medical, and science stories
• Experience using social media platforms and content management systems
• Creative flair for visual social media and infographic content
• Excellent planning, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, team working, and customer focus
• Understanding of the health, public health, and social care research community

The NIHR is the UK's largest funder of health and care research, investing over £1.6 billion annually. Established in 2006, its mission is to improve health and wealth through high-quality research addressing the needs of patients, the public, and the healthcare system.