Head of Public Affairs

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading strategic communications agency seeks a Head of Public Affairs at MD level, based in London. This key role involves leading business development initiatives and managing a team, contributing to an integrated offering across notable industry sectors. Ideal candidates will possess an entrepreneurial flair and a strong background in public affairs.

Qualifications

• Experience in Public Affairs or equivalent MD level.
• Proactive lead generation essential.
• Management of approximately 5 direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead organic growth of existing accounts and incoming RFPs.
• Work within a team to promote client brands and reputations.
• Guide a multi-sector portfolio including Financial Services and Technology.

Skills

New Business Development

Market Leadership

Strategic Communication

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Head of Public Affairs, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: ManpowerGroup

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

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 approximately 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: Approximately 5 direct reports within a wider division of 20
• Location: LondonWorking 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.