Strategic Communications Deputy Lead (Policy & Development)

The British Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The British Academy, the UK's national body for the humanities and social sciences, seeks a Deputy Head of Communications to lead strategic communications across policy, development and corporate audiences, based in London. You will manage a small team, shape integrated plans, and drive impact through engaging content, digital channels and stakeholder engagement.

Role emphasizes leadership, collaboration and delivery of the Academy's strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and delivering integrated communications plans.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-faceted campaigns.
• Strong digital communications, content strategy, SEO and accessibility.
• Experience creating content for web, email newsletters, podcasts and social media.
• Experience with CMS and CRM for digital marketing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team to deliver integrated communications plans.
• Oversee development of campaigns targeting policy, corporate and fundraising audiences.
• Deputise for Head of Communications and Marketing when needed.
• Ensure high quality outputs and clear team priorities.
• Oversee publication of email newsletters for key audiences.

Skills

Strategic communications planning

Leadership & team management

Digital marketing analytics

Copywriting & editing

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Tools

CMS

CRM platforms

Video editing

Job description

The British Academy, the UK's national body for the humanities and social sciences, seeks a Deputy Head of Communications to lead strategic communications across policy, development and corporate audiences, based in London. You will manage a small team, shape integrated plans, and drive impact through engaging content, digital channels and stakeholder engagement.

Role emphasizes leadership, collaboration and delivery of the Academy's strategic goals.