Head of Public Affairs

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK communications firm seeks a Head of Public Affairs to drive new business and expand existing accounts. This strategic role offers the chance to impact diverse sectors while leading a dynamic team in a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Market leading experience in public affairs or MD equivalent.
• Proven track record in lead generation and business development.
• Ability to manage a team and oversee operations.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business and support organic growth of existing accounts.
• Manage a team of approximately 5 direct reports.
• Ensure effective communication strategies for varied industry sectors.

Skills

New business lead generation

Strategy development

Public affairs expertise

Job description

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Head of Public Affairs, south west london

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Client:

ManpowerGroup

Location:

south west london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Head of Public Affairs (MD level)

Top UK Communications Firm

Salary c.£200,000 + bonus

London

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 firm's 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 RFPs, and proactive lead generation
• Line Management: c.5 direct reports within a wider division of 20
• Location: London
• Working Hours: Permanent (hybrid model)

Please note, due to the high volume of applicants, if you have not heard from us here in the London team, you have unfortunately not been selected on this occasion. We may be in touch in the future with other opportunities.