Head of Communications & Media Strategy

Reed Talent Solutions; England; Hybrid; GBP 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established communications agency in the UK is looking for a Communications Manager to lead corporate communications and media relations strategies. The role requires over six years of experience in consumer media and managing a press office, along with strong skills in developing multi-channel strategies. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to mentor a team of communication professionals. The role operates in a hybrid work environment, combining remote work with time in the Bedford office.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1

Flexible working arrangements

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience within the communications field, focusing on consumer media.
• Experience of managing a corporate press office.
• Expertise in media training C-suite executives.
• Skilled in using data-driven insights to optimize communication effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead the corporate press office and consumer media efforts.
• Develop and implement multi-channel communication strategies.
• Manage PR function to raise the brand's awareness.
• Mentor a team of communications professionals.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience developing multi-channel communications strategies

Experience managing media and consumer PR

Excellent political judgement

Ability to build high-level media networks

Education

Degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field

Job description

An established communications agency in the UK is looking for a Communications Manager to lead corporate communications and media relations strategies. The role requires over six years of experience in consumer media and managing a press office, along with strong skills in developing multi-channel strategies. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to mentor a team of communication professionals. The role operates in a hybrid work environment, combining remote work with time in the Bedford office.