Head of Public Affairs

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading strategic communications agency is seeking a Head of Public Affairs to drive new business development and manage a team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in public affairs, facilitating brand protection and promotion across a variety of sectors including Financial Services and Technology. This hybrid role is based in London and offers significant opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in public affairs or similar roles.
• Strong track record in lead generation and business development.
• Management experience with direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead proactive new business development efforts.
• Manage a team of approximately 5 direct reports.
• Grow and develop existing accounts.

Skills

Business Development

Strategic Communications

Public Affairs

Lead Generation

Job description

Are you a market leading Head of Public Affairs (or MD equivalent) with an entrepreneurial flair? If so, read on…

This is a leading strategic communications agency that works with clients to promote and protect their brands and reputations. The firm offers specialist consultancy support in corporate & financial communications, social media, public affairs, strategic media counsel, research & analytics and content marketing.

You will be working within a London team of c.230 staff with the opportunity to further establish the firms integrated offering across a top-tier multi-sector portfolio of iconic consumer and B2B brands in Financial & Professional Services, Technology, Energy, FMCG, Food & Drink, Retail and Charity.

***Proactive new business lead generation essential***

The Role

• Job Title: Head of Public Affairs
• Specialisms: Government & Public Affairs
• Industry Sectors: Financial & Professional Services, Technology, Energy, FMCG, Food & Drink, Retail and Charity
• New Business Development: Organic growth of existing accounts, incoming RFP’s and proactive lead generation
• Line Management: c.5 direct reports within a wider division of 20
• Location: London Working Hours: Permanent (hybrid model)

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom