Senior PR & Communications Leader: Crisis & Reputation

King's College London; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in London is seeking a Senior PR and Communications Manager to enhance its reputation. In this role, you'll lead crisis communication strategies and cultivate relationships with media. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing communications, crafting compelling content, and advising senior colleagues during critical situations. This full-time position offers an indefinite contract with opportunities to contribute to significant events and campaigns.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with media across print, broadcast, and digital.
• Experience managing crisis communications.
• Strong ability to craft and pitch stories to journalists.

Responsibilities

• Lead crisis communications response and provide expert advice.
• Develop and deliver compelling content across diverse channels.
• Build relationships with journalists and ensure effective communication.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Editorial judgement

Building relationships

Data evaluation tools

Cultural competence

Proactive and adaptable

Education

Degree level education or equivalent experience

Professional qualification in journalism, communications or PR

Job description

A leading university in London is seeking a Senior PR and Communications Manager to enhance its reputation. In this role, you'll lead crisis communication strategies and cultivate relationships with media. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing communications, crafting compelling content, and advising senior colleagues during critical situations. This full-time position offers an indefinite contract with opportunities to contribute to significant events and campaigns.