Senior PR and Communications Manager

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare membership organisation in Southampton is seeking a Senior PR and Communications Manager to lead their communications strategy. This role includes managing a dynamic team and enhancing public advocacy. With a competitive salary and flexible hybrid working, this is an opportunity to make a real impact in the sector.

Benefits

Flexible working

Opportunity to influence public conversations

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in public relations, ideally within a regulated environment.
• Proven ability to craft and implement strategic PR plans.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing or mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a fully integrated public relations strategy.
• Manage and mentor a team of experienced advisers.
• Drive campaigns that influence policy and amplify the organisation’s voice.

Skills

Public Relations

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Communication

Job description

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Senior PR and Communications Manager, Southampton

Client: Better Placed Ltd - A Sunday Times Top 10 Employer!

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Senior Communications Manager (Public Relations) | £45,000–£55,000

Location: Southampton (Hybrid - 1 day in the office)

Are you a strategic, forward-thinking communications leader with a passion for impactful PR? An established, purpose-led membership organisation in the healthcare sector is looking for a Senior Communications Manager to join their small but dynamic team.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a talented and multi-disciplinary communications function, covering press, policy, and social media - within a values-driven organisation that advocates nationally for its members.

What you'll do:

• Lead the development and execution of a fully integrated public relations strategy.
• Manage and mentor a team of experienced advisers (press, policy, and social media).
• Drive campaigns that influence policy and amplify the organisation’s voice across national, specialist, and digital media.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team on PR matters.
• Foster and grow strong relationships with key journalists, stakeholders, and media partners.

About you:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in public relations, ideally within a regulated environment such as healthcare, insurance, or professional services sectors.
• Proven ability to craft and implement strategic PR plans.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing or mentoring others.
• Comfortable advising senior leaders and navigating high-profile or crisis situations.
• Confident communicator with exceptional writing and editing skills.

What’s on offer:

• Salary of £45,000–£55,000 basic
• Flexible working: just one day per week required in the organisation’s central London HQ
• A chance to make a real impact on public conversations and professional advocacy

If you're looking to step into a role where you can lead strategy, drive innovation, and shape public perception in a highly respected organisation, let’s talk.