Senior Public Relations Manager

Morgan McKinley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic PR leader to enhance its reputation in the Private Bank & Wealth Management sector. This role involves crafting and executing a comprehensive PR strategy, managing media relations, and advising senior executives on communication strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services and a deep understanding of both traditional and digital media landscapes. Join a dynamic team and take the lead in shaping external narratives that resonate with key stakeholders and elevate the firm's profile in the competitive financial market.

Qualifications

• Extensive media relations experience, either in-house or at an agency.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a PR strategy for the Private Bank & Wealth Management division.
• Manage external communications during high-profile situations.

Skills

Media Relations

Strategic Communications

Stakeholder Management

Crisis Management

Writing and Editing

Digital Media Understanding

Education

Degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Media Monitoring Tools

Content Management Systems

Job description

Are you a strategic communications professional with a passion for media relations and corporate storytelling? A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior PR Manager to shape and execute its external communications strategy for its Private Bank & Wealth Management division.

About the Role

As a key member of the communications team, you will play a vital role in promoting, protecting, and enhancing the reputation of the Private Bank & Wealth Management business. You’ll manage external messaging, engage with key media outlets, and provide strategic counsel to senior leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a PR strategy that elevates the profile of the Private Bank & Wealth Management division.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with financial, business, and wealth management journalists, both in the UK and internationally.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior executives, offering strategic guidance on media engagement and reputational risk.
• Manage external communications during high-profile or sensitive situations, ensuring a strategic and aligned response.
• Lead proactive storytelling efforts that highlight the firm’s expertise in private banking, investments, and wealth management.
• Oversee the creation of press releases, media statements, and content for digital platforms.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align PR efforts with broader corporate messaging.
• Manage external PR agencies and budgets effectively.

Who You Are

• A seasoned PR professional with extensive media relations experience, gained either in-house or at an agency.
• Strong track record in managing proactive and reactive news environments.
• Outstanding stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership.
• Experience handling complex, high-profile communications challenges.
• Deep understanding of traditional and digital media landscapes.
• Financial services experience is highly desirable, particularly in private banking, wealth management, or investment sectors.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic PR leader to shape external narratives and enhance the reputation of a market-leading private bank & wealth management division.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing

Industries

Banking