Senior External Affairs Manager - Energy

VMA Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 76,500 - 93,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications firm in Greater London seeks a Senior External Affairs Manager specializing in energy sector engagement. This role involves developing an external communications strategy, managing media relations, and enhancing the organization's reputation across political and media landscapes. The ideal candidate will have strong networking skills, proven experience in fast-paced corporate environments, and the ability to navigate governmental processes. This is a permanent position with a salary of up to £85,000, requiring two days in the office weekly.

Qualifications

• Strong networking and influencing skills with experience in political and media engagement.
• Proven ability to navigate Westminster and Whitehall with knowledge of parliamentary processes.
• Professional experience in fast-paced political or corporate environments at a senior level.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing an external communications strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with government, parliament, and media stakeholders.
• Manage media enquiries and deliver press releases.

Skills

Networking skills

Influencing skills

Political engagement

Media engagement

Written communication

Verbal communication

Job description

Senior External Affairs Manager - Energy

Senior Manager, External Communications

Location: London – 2 days a week in office

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: up to c£85,000 – depending on experience

Overview

Looking for a skilled Senior Manager, External Communications to support the Head of External Communications in delivering impactful external engagement. This role focuses on political and media stakeholder management to enhance the company’s reputation across Westminster, Whitehall, and the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing an external communications strategy covering public affairs, media relations, and digital channels.
• Build and maintain relationships with government, parliament, and media stakeholders.
• Oversee submissions to government consultations and parliamentary committees in collaboration with policy teams.
• Prepare briefings, speeches, and opinion pieces for senior leaders.
• Manage media enquiries and deliver press releases, journalist briefings, and OpEds to position the organization as an industry leader.
• Support digital and social media activity, including website optimization.
• Deputize for the Head of External Communications when required and contribute to team capability development.

Skills & Experience

• Strong networking and influencing skills with experience in political and media engagement.
• Proven ability to navigate Westminster and Whitehall with knowledge of parliamentary processes.
• Experience in press office or communications roles, ideally within regulated sectors such as energy or water.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives.
• Professional experience in fast-paced political or corporate environments at a senior level; agency experience desirable.

If you have the experience and are interested in discussing further, please get in touch and send your current CV ASAP.

Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application.