Senior Manager, PR & Communications

Tru Talent; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is looking for an experienced Senior Manager, PR & Communications to spearhead their communications strategy and enhance brand reputation. This hybrid role requires over 10 years of experience in PR, excellent writing skills, and strong media relations. You will lead communications channels, produce high-quality content, and manage PR agencies. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a comprehensive perks package, including medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Half-yearly performance bonus

Private Medical Insurance

Wellbeing allowance

Company Pension Scheme

Eye tests & VDU glasses

Company Sick Pay

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Free on-site parking

Free software licences

Death in Service benefit

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in PR & Communications, including 5+ years in a senior or managerial role.
• Strong media relations experience with comfort as a spokesperson.
• Skilled at collaborating with external agencies and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the PR & Communications strategy.
• Lead media relations and crisis communications.
• Produce high-quality content including press releases and blogs.

Skills

Media relations experience

Exceptional writing skills

Team leadership

B2B and B2C communications

Fluent English

Strong MS Office skills

Technology or cybersecurity experience

Crisis communications

Job description

Senior Manager, PR & Communications

Location: Bournemouth - Hybrid 3 days in the office

Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 per annum with a 10% bonus

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm - Permanent

We're looking for a talented Senior Manager, PR & Communications to lead our client's communications strategy, enhance brand reputation and ensure their voice is heard across media, public affairs, and industry platforms. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on strategy, leadership, and storytelling.

A day in the life of a Senior Manager, PR & Communications:

• Develop and execute the PR & Communications strategy in collaboration with global and local stakeholders
• Lead media relations, public affairs, and crisis communications, acting as a key spokesperson for senior leadership
• Oversee internal and external communications channels, maintaining a consistent and compelling brand voice
• Produce high-quality content including press releases, opinion pieces, blogs, and statements
• Manage PR agencies, social media, media monitoring, and campaign delivery
• Plan and deliver media events, conferences, and webinars, representing the organisation externally
• Track and report on PR performance using qualitative and quantitative insights

You should apply for the Senior Manager, PR & Communications if you have:

• 10+ years' experience in PR & Communications, including 5+ years in a senior or managerial role
• Strong media relations experience with comfort as a spokesperson
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills across B2B and B2C communications
• Experienced in leading and mentoring a team, setting objectives, managing performance and supporting professional development
• Skilled at collaborating with external agencies and senior stakeholders
• Fluent English with strong MS Office skills; technology or cybersecurity experience is a plus
• Confident translating complex topics into clear, engaging messages

What's in it for you as a Senior Manager, PR & Communications:

• Half-yearly performance bonus
• Private Medical Insurance
• Wellbeing allowance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Eye tests & VDU glasses
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Free on-site parking
• Free software licences
• Death in Service benefit

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