Senior Media Relations Lead, Marsh and Guy Carpenter

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Media Relations Lead to join their dynamic team in London. This hybrid role offers the chance to craft and execute impactful media strategies while collaborating closely with marketing teams. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor to leadership, possessing a robust media network and excellent communication skills. Join a vibrant culture that promotes innovation and offers ample opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about storytelling and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Career development benefits

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in media relations and financial services.
• Strong prioritization, multitasking, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement media strategies aligned with business goals.
• Serve as lead media adviser to the C-suite and manage crisis communications.

Skills

Media Relations

Crisis Communication

Strategic Counsel

Team Leadership

Journalism

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications or related field

Experience in Financial Services

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GB010 Marsh Corporate Services

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London, United Kingdom

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28.04.2025

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12.06.2025

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Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join our UK External Affairs & Media Relations team at Marsh McLennan (MMC). This role will be based in London. It is a hybrid role requiring at least three days a week in the office.

Senior Media Relations Lead, Marsh and Guy Carpenter

You will develop and implement media strategies across Marsh and Guy Carpenter in the UK, collaborating closely with the marketing team to align go-to-market activities with business priorities. You will serve as the lead crisis communications contact and acting spokesperson for Mercer to national media, deputising for the Head of External Affairs and Media Relations as needed.

Working with the UK marketing team and CMO, you will create and deliver industry-specific media campaigns, leading a team of PR professionals across the firms to achieve these goals.

The ideal candidate is a confident adviser to the C-suite, with a strong media network, excellent writing skills, and a proven record of creative campaigns. People management experience is a plus.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serving as the lead media adviser to the C-suite, developing long-term media plans aligned with commercial goals, providing strategic counsel, and managing crisis communications.
• Collaborating with marketing and leadership on go-to-market strategies and maintaining strong internal relationships.
• Setting PR objectives, identifying opportunities to boost business profile, and fostering innovation.
• Delivering presentations, preparing press materials, and managing media relationships.
• Monitoring news, ensuring policy compliance, coaching colleagues for interviews, and leading communications for M&A activities.
• Managing budgets, mentoring junior staff, and deputising for the Head of External Affairs.

Requirements:

• A passion for news, storytelling, and messaging; a trusted advisor to leadership; capable of leading teams and working autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• Significant experience in financial services, media relations, journalism, or related roles.
• Extensive network with senior journalists relevant to Marsh, Guy Carpenter, and Marsh McLennan.
• Ability to understand and communicate technical details concisely.
• Strong prioritisation, multitasking, leadership, and communication skills.
• Experience in managing reputational risks and strategic advice, with high attention to detail.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience advising the C-suite, managing teams, crisis communication, and M&A experience.

Why join us:

• Opportunities for professional growth, interesting work, and supportive leadership.
• A vibrant, inclusive culture fostering innovation and impact.
• Career development, benefits, and rewards to support well-being.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman. With $23 billion in revenue and over 85,000 employees, we help build confidence to thrive through diverse perspectives. Visit marshmclennan.com or follow us on LinkedIn and X. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and flexible work environments, offering reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities. All colleagues are expected to work at least three days per week in their local office or onsite with clients, with an 'anchor day' designated for full team in-person collaboration.