Job Description

London (Hybrid - approx. 40% onsite)

6-month contract

£500 - £550 per day via Umbrella

We are seeking an experienced External Communications Manager to join a high-performing communications team on an interim basis. This role will play a key part in delivering impactful external communications activity, helping to build awareness, strengthen engagement, and support organisational priorities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, can operate with autonomy, and is confident managing a varied and high-profile workload.

• Deliver external communications campaigns aligned to organisational priorities
• Develop engaging content, including press releases, briefings and stakeholder materials
• Build and maintain relationships with media, influencers, and external stakeholders
• Support corporate publications and key communication outputs
• Contribute to a reactive press office environment
• Identify opportunities to proactively promote key messages and stories
• Support senior stakeholders with external engagement, including media and events
• Monitor the external environment and provide insight and briefings
• Contribute to managing reputational risk through effective communications

• Experience in external communications, media relations or public relations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences
• Confident stakeholder manager, able to build relationships and influence effectively
• Able to translate complex information into clear, engaging content
• Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Collaborative approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a time-sensitive environment and delivering to a high standard

We're particularly interested in individuals who can quickly establish themselves, take ownership of their work, and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.

• Hybrid working: approximately 40% onsite in London
• Background checks will form part of the onboarding process