Strategic Communications Associate Director, London

Hanson Search; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search consultancy in London seeks a Strategic Communications Associate Director to lead impactful campaigns within the real estate and infrastructure sectors. You will provide expert counsel to senior clients, manage complex projects, and pursue new business opportunities. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in strategic communications and a strong understanding of the UK planning system.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in strategic communications, particularly within the real estate and infrastructure sectors.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead influential campaigns in real estate and infrastructure.
• Oversee complex strategic projects from start to finish.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Skills

Strategic communications

Political affairs

Project management

Client relationship management

Stakeholder communications

Job description

The Opportunity

We are looking for a highly motivated and seasoned Strategic Communications Associate Director to join a prestigious international consultancy specialising in strategic research and communications. In this role, you will be responsible for leading influential campaigns within the real estate and infrastructure sectors, offering expert advice to senior clients, and shaping the political and communications strategies around major development initiatives. If you are driven by the opportunity to provide strategic insight, manage communications, and influence high-level outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

Associate Director – Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert counsel to senior clients on political and communications risks related to real estate and infrastructure projects.
• Oversee and manage complex, research-driven strategic projects from start to finish.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, delivering outstanding work that leads to tangible results.
• Plan and oversee projects, ensuring they align with budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with both current and prospective clients.
• Meet revenue targets, while contributing to contract renewals and cross-practice referrals.
• Create thought leadership content to enhance market visibility and generate new leads.
• Represent the consultancy’s brand through professional networks and public engagements.
• Lead presentations and pitches, effectively showcasing the firm’s expertise.
• Inspire and mentor team members, fostering a culture of excellence and supporting career growth.

Key Requirements:

• Significant experience in strategic communications, campaigning, or political affairs, particularly within the real estate and infrastructure sectors.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development landscape.
• Proven ability to independently manage client relationships and stakeholder communications.
• Experience in consultancy, with a keen commercial acumen and the ability to manage profitable projects.
• Demonstrated success in securing business through proposals and client engagement.
• Strong project management capabilities, including budgeting and resource management.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach with a passion for achieving meaningful outcomes.

If you are ready to bring energy, clarity and creativity to internal communications, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch with our team including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE, UK, USA, and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Financial Communications, Public Affairs, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Internal communications, Technology Communications, Sustainability, Investor Relations and C-Suite recruitment. Please click here to find out more about Hanson Search.

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