Head of Media and PR

Overview

Health Research Charity Permanent Position About Our Client Life Sciences OrganisationsResponsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the media strategy, managing the organisation''s media function and all press activityAct as the main point of contact for journalists, cultivating strong relationships across national, trade, broadcast, and online mediaPrepare messaging, media briefings, and press materials to support external storytelling and organisational visibilityIdentify and shape compelling narratives by collaborating with internal teams and senior leaders across the organisationOversee interviews and media opportunities involving spokespeople, ensuring consistency and alignment with strategic goalsManage external PR agencies and ensure delivery of media activity in line with agreed objectives and tone of voiceLead on crisis communication plans and responses to protect and strengthen the organisation''s reputationDevelop and maintain external communications templates, policies, and processes to support consistent, high-quality outputsThe Successful Applicant (Qualifications)

Extensive senior press office experience, with a proven ability to build strong relationships with key journalists and generate high-impact proactive media coverageStrong background in crisis communications and reputation management, with sound judgement under pressureConfident working with high-profile stakeholders and leading external-facing media engagementsProven track record of developing and evaluating media strategies that drive audience engagement across a range of channelsDeep understanding of the life sciences sector, underpinned by experience in science, healthcare or innovation-focused organisationsSkilled in managing external agencies and project budgets to deliver communications outcomes to brief and on timeExperience in providing media training to senior spokespeople or overseeing this through external partnersComfortable operating within fast-paced creative teams, managing competing priorities with a flexible and solution-focused approachWhat’s on Offer (Benefits)

31 days PLUS bank holidaysHybrid working model - 3 days in the officePension scheme offers employer contributions of up to 12%Private Health ..... full job details .....