PR Manager

Pension Protection Fund (PPF); City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public corporation safeguarding pensions seeks an experienced PR Manager to lead its press office and manage media relations. The role involves amplifying the organization's influence at industry events and building strong relationships with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in press office management and crisis communication, with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Opportunities for personal development

Skills training

Qualifications

• Experience in a communications team within a corporate environment.
• Proven experience in planning communications across multiple channels.
• Ability to manage relationships with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the press office and oversee pension media relations.
• Secure speaking opportunities at industry events.
• Amplify PPF's influence and credibility across the sector.

Skills

Press office management

Media engagement

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis communication

Job description

As the PR Manager, you will lead the PPF's press office and oversee our pension media relations, including proactive outreach, crisis communication planning, and the management of external PR partners. Beyond media, you will champion our presence at industry events – securing speaking opportunities, supporting executives, and building strong relationships with trade journalists and event organisers. Your work will amplify the PPF's influence and credibility across the sector, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry conversations.

We are looking for someone with experience working in a communications team within a corporate environment, with a strong background in press office management and media engagement. You will have proven experience in planning communications and coordinating activity across multiple channels along with organising speaking programmes for industry audiences and supporting senior leaders at external events.

You will bring excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands, alongside strong interpersonal skills for relationship management and influencing. Confidence in fostering and managing relationships with external stakeholders is key.

At the Pension Protection Fund (PPF), we safeguard the futures of nearly 300,000 members by compensating defined benefit (DB) pension scheme holders when their sponsoring employers become insolvent. With over £30 billion in assets under management, our investments support long‑term economic growth across the UK.

Our award‑winning team of around 450 professionals has earned the IPE UK Pension Fund of the Year title three times in six years. We work closely with government and industry partners to improve outcomes for scheme members, employers, and the broader pension system – playing a vital role in strengthening retirement security nationwide.

We are seeking an experienced PR Manager to strengthen and protect the PPF's reputation within the pensions industry. This pivotal role ensures our voice is heard and respected by managing media engagement and driving participation in key industry events. By shaping our external profile, you will help position the PPF as a trusted authority and thought leader in pensions.

We're a statutory public corporation led by our board and accountable to Parliament through the Secretary of State for the Department for Work and Pensions. It's our duty to protect people with an eligible defined benefit pension when an employer becomes insolvent.

We're proud of the work we do. Without us, many people would face significant financial hardship. We're also proud of our people, all of whom are committed to our mission and to serving over 230,000 members.

In return for your skills, experience and commitment we'll give you a challenging role within a business where you'll get the support you need to develop your career.

We'll also give you lots of opportunities for personal development and skills training.

Our Croydon office is just across the road from East Croydon station, which is around 15 minutes from Victoria or London Bridge, 10 minutes from Clapham Junction or half an hour from St Pancras.

We are proud to be a and actively encourage applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are happy to discuss your needs and ensure you have the support required.

We embrace diverse talent welcoming people with different beliefs, backgrounds and ways of working. Whatever your background, and however you identify, you'll be welcome here.

No agencies please.