Senior Communications Lead: Campaigns & Media

London Borough of Hounslow; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The London Borough of Hounslow is hiring a Senior Communications Officer to join our fast-paced media team, managing the press office and delivering world-class campaigns. You will lead campaigning approaches, shaping our storytelling to reflect council priorities and impact on local communities.

You will work with senior stakeholders across the organisation, drive strategic campaigns, and deliver clear, consistent communications that engage residents and partners alike.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in media relations and communications, with a strong track record in managing campaigns, media engagement, and content creation.
• Confident and talented writer with experience working in fast-paced environments.
• Able to spot factual inaccuracies in media stories and build relationships with journalists, senior stakeholders and Councillors.
• Organised, proactive and capable of leading on complex media enquiries with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage campaigns to support the council's priorities and impact.
• Drive a campaigning approach to media and communications using earned media.
• Collaborate with senior internal stakeholders to deliver clear, consistent communications.

Skills

Media relations

Communications

Campaign management

Content creation

Stakeholder engagement

Writing

Job description

The London Borough of Hounslow is hiring a Senior Communications Officer to join our fast-paced media team, managing the press office and delivering world-class campaigns. You will lead campaigning approaches, shaping our storytelling to reflect council priorities and impact on local communities.

You will work with senior stakeholders across the organisation, drive strategic campaigns, and deliver clear, consistent communications that engage residents and partners alike.