Head of Marketing and Communications

MLC Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts institution seeks a Head of Marketing and Communications to shape its global reputation. The role involves leading a team to deliver impactful strategies across various channels, directly supporting the institution's growth and engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in integrated marketing strategies.
• Experience managing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team for high-impact marketing strategies.
• Shape brand and manage communications channels.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Job description

This range is provided by MLC Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Ready to shape the voice of a world-leading arts institution?

We’re proudly exclusively partnering with The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (Central) on a senior key hire. We're looking for a strategic and inspiring leader to take the reins with our prestigious client, as their Head of Marketing and Communications. This is your opportunity to define how they tell their story — and make sure the world hears it.

Why Should You Apply?

As Head of Marketing and Communications, you’ll be at the forefront of building Centrals reputation as a global centre for excellence in the Performing and Production Arts. You’ll lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver bold, creative, and high-impact strategies across digital, print, media, and internal communications.

Your work will directly support the School’s growth, engagement, and influence — locally, nationally, and internationally. From shaping our brand and managing our channels to overseeing press and crisis communications, you’ll have the scope and support to make a meaningful, measurable impact.

This is a senior leadership role where you’ll collaborate with the Principal’s Office, senior leaders, funders, students, alumni, and industry partners to amplify our mission and tell powerful stories that resonate.

What We Are Looking For

We’re seeking a visionary marketing and communications professional with the experience, energy, and leadership to take our messaging to the next level. The ideal candidate will bring:

• A proven track record in delivering integrated marketing and communications strategies in a complex organisation — preferably in the arts, education, public or third sector.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with experience managing high-performing teams and cross-organisational initiatives.
• A deep understanding of multi-channel communications — from social media and digital campaigns to media relations and internal comms.
• The ability to translate complex or creative ideas into clear, compelling narratives for a variety of audiences.
• Experience with budget management, performance measurement, and strategy development.
• Knowledge of data protection and communications compliance frameworks.
• A collaborative and people-focused mindset, with excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• A genuine passion for education, the arts, and widening access for underrepresented communities.

If you’re a confident communicator, creative thinker, and natural leader with a commitment to excellence — this could be your next great move.

HOW TO APPLY

Please ensure you have read our privacy statement before you send your application forms to us.

Please note that in line with Home Office guidelines, this role qualifies/ may qualify/ does not qualify for UKVI sponsorship of a Skilled Worker Visa.

Please send through your cover letter, completed EDI form Section B and your CV by 5pm on the 21st of May. (Only applications with a cover letter, EDI form and CV will be considered).

email address: [e-mail]

It is anticipated that interviews and assessments will take place in person on the 5th of June.

We aim to shortlist all applications within 1 week of the advert closing date. If you do not hear from us within this time, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Disability Confident Scheme

Central operates the Disability Confident Scheme. This is a government initiative aimed at promoting equal employment opportunities for disabled people and to create a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive and supportive.

We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our job vacancies, and we welcome applications from candidates with all types of disabilities. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we commit to offering an interview to applicants who declare a disability and meet all essential criteria for the job.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, including neurodivergent candidates, LGBTQ+ and Global Majority backgrounds as they are currently underrepresented within the sector and within Central.

Please be assured that we will protect your privacy and the information provided on the monitoring form. No information is shared if there is a risk of identification.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Art/Creative

• Industries

  Higher Education and Performing Arts

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