Head of Public Affairs (MD level)

Brook Street; London; Hybrid; GBP 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK communications firm seeks a Head of Public Affairs with a strong mandate for new business development and team leadership. You will play a pivotal role in a hybrid London team to push the firm's strategic initiatives across diverse sectors, driving both client engagement and reputation management for iconic brands. Your entrepreneurial spirit and market-leading expertise will be essential for this MD-level position.

Qualifications

• Market-leading experience in Public Affairs or MD equivalent.
• Strong connection with Government and Public Affairs.
• Experience in managing existing accounts and driving business growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead new business development and organic growth of existing accounts.
• Manage a team of approximately 5 direct reports within a division of 20.
• Oversee multi-sector portfolio in various industry sectors.

Skills

Proactive new business lead generation

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: 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.