Senior External Affairs Leader: Global Impact & PR Strategy

IOSH; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional institution for safety and health is seeking a Senior External Affairs Manager to lead their external affairs strategy. This pivotal role involves engaging with various stakeholders to influence occupational health and safety globally. The ideal candidate has a strong background in external affairs and public relations, along with excellent communication skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and promotes a hybrid working model, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Hybrid working and flexibility

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Up to five paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in external affairs, PR, and reputation management within a complex, global organization.
• Strong knowledge of public affairs, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Exceptional communication skills including confident public speaking and high-quality written outputs.
• Experience in managing teams and delivering measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead IOSH’s external affairs strategy and maximize global influence.
• Develop messaging framework and oversee stakeholder engagement.
• Engage with stakeholders to influence occupational health and safety.
• Manage reputation and crisis strategies.

Skills

External affairs

Public relations

Reputation management

Stakeholder engagement

Public speaking

Writing skills

Education

Degree in public affairs, PR, communications, or related field

Job description

A professional institution for safety and health is seeking a Senior External Affairs Manager to lead their external affairs strategy. This pivotal role involves engaging with various stakeholders to influence occupational health and safety globally. The ideal candidate has a strong background in external affairs and public relations, along with excellent communication skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and promotes a hybrid working model, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.