66 Director Of Public Relations jobs in London

• Develop and implement comprehensive public relations strategies.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with media outlets and journalists.
• Manage media inquiries and respond promptly and professionally.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans.
• Serve as a key point of contact for media during sensitive situations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze PR campaign effectiveness.
• Manage corporate social media presence and digital PR efforts.
• Identify opportunities for positive media coverage and brand building.
• Advise senior management on PR matters.
• Organize press conferences and media events (virtually or in-person as needed).

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in public relations, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Proven track record of successful media relations and campaign management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of English.
• Experience in crisis communications and reputation management.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools and PR software.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital PR.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with senior executives is advantageous.

• Develop and execute comprehensive corporate communication strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee all media relations, including press releases, media inquiries, and crisis communication management.
• Manage internal communications to ensure employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with company values and goals.
• Craft compelling messaging for various audiences, including investors, customers, employees, and the general public.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, industry influencers, and stakeholders.
• Develop content for corporate publications, website, social media, and presentations.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Organize and manage corporate events, press conferences, and stakeholder briefings.
• Ensure consistency in brand voice and messaging across all communication channels.
• Manage the communications budget and external agencies as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate communications, PR, or journalism, with a proven track record of success.
• Extensive experience in media relations, crisis communications, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive narratives.
• Strong understanding of current communication technologies and social media platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic communication plans.
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, complex organizational environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, balancing remote and office-based tasks.
• Proficiency in English is essential. Knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.

Our Future Health will be the UK’s largest ever health research programme, bringing people together to develop new ways to detect, prevent, and treat diseases. Diseases like cancer, dementia, diabetes, and heart disease affect the lives of many people in our communities. Our goal is to create a world-leading resource for health research, to improve our understanding and spot the patterns of how and why common diseases start, so treatments can begin sooner and be more effective.

We are hiring a Director of Corporate Communications to ensure that every communication - from press releases and social media posts, to internal announcements and stakeholder briefings - resonates with authenticity, driving our mission forward.

As a strategic leader in communications, you will craft and deliver our narrative - developing an integrated communications strategy and compelling messaging that encapsulates our mission, values, and achievements - overall enhancing our brand reputation.

Your responsibilities will include:

Strategic Communications Leadership: 

• Develop, implement, and continuously refine an integrated corporate communications strategy that aligns with Our Future Health’s mission and strategic pillars. 

• Define clear measurable objectives and KPIs for communications activities, ensuring every message supports our broader goals. 

Media and Public Relations: 

• Work closely with the CEO, overseeing all media activities, including press releases and media relations. 

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, thought leaders, and influencers within the healthcare and research domains. 

• Oversee the management of our website and the execution of social media strategies that enhance our online presence, build our brand and set the foundations for strong engagement with key audiences. 

Crisis and Issue Management: 

• Maintain active monitoring of news and stories about Our Future Health and associated risks and opportunities, adjusting strategies as necessary to maintain public trust and ensure an approach to communications that manages and mitigates our overall reputational risk. 

• Lead planning of crisis communications planning and execution, ensuring rapid, accurate, and consistent responses that protect our reputation. 

Content and Publishing: 

• Guide the creation of compelling content across various channels—including digital platforms, social media, etc. and thought leadership pieces—to effectively convey our story. 

• Work collaboratively with and support the marketing teams to understand the stories related to our mission and goals that will support their activities and lead the development of this content. 

• Oversee guidelines and frameworks for brand style and messaging that will be used by the marketing teams in the preparation of content and materials that will be used for the direct communication with participants and researchers in relation to the sale / delivery of our products and services. 

• Review the materials prepared by marketing teams, identifying and agreeing changes for content that is not aligned with brand guidelines and/or which could create reputational risk, whilst otherwise giving them the freedom to determine what is best for their “customers”. 

Internal Communications and Stakeholder Engagement: 

• Oversee the development and distribution of internal communications that keep employees informed, motivated, and aligned with our mission. 

• Collaborate closely with other functional leaders to ensure that internal messaging is integrated with external communications, and that staff are able to support and reinforce the external messaging. 

Team and Agency Management: 

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing communications team, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture. 

• Manage external agencies and consultants as required to support integrated communications programs. 

Requirements

Professional Experience: 

• Proven leadership in a senior corporate communications or public affairs role, ideally within healthcare, research, public sector, or mission-driven organisations. 

• Demonstrated success in leading comprehensive communications campaigns and managing multi-channel communications strategies. 

Expertise & Competencies: 

• Deep expertise in media relations, digital communications, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex issues for diverse audiences. 

• Proven leadership abilities, with experience in managing teams and working within collaborative, matrixed environments. 

Personal Attributes: 

• A visionary, articulate, and strategic thinker with a passion for crafting stories that inspire and drive change. 

• Resilient, adaptive, and proactive in managing issues and opportunities. 

• A collaborative leader who thrives on building inclusive relationships and fostering trust among internal and external stakeholders. 

Let's prevent disease together.

Closing date for applications : 27th October

We recommend you apply as soon as possible as occasionally due to high volumes of applications, we need to close our postings early.

At Our Future Health, we recognise the importance of having a diverse workforce and ensuring that all candidates, regardless of their background, have equitable access to our application process. We proactively encourage applicants who identify as having a disability, neurodiversity, or long-term health conditions to let us know if they require any reasonable adjustments as part of their application process. 

If you do require any reasonable adjustments, please email us at

Benefits

• Salary from £105,000.
• Generous Pension Scheme – We invest in your future with employer contributions of up to 12%.
• 30 Days Holiday pro rata + Bank Holidays – Enjoy a generous holiday allowance with the flexibility to take bank holidays when it suits you.
• Enhanced Parental Leave – Supporting you during life’s biggest moments.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save 25-39% on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice.
• Home & Tech Savings – Get up to 8% off on IKEA and Currys products, spreading the cost over 12 months through salary sacrifice
• £1,000 Employee Referral Bonus – Know someone amazing? Get rewarded for bringing them on board!
• Wellbeing Support – Access to Mental Health First Aiders, plus 24/7 online GP services and an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
• A Great Place to Work – We have a lovely Central London office in Holborn, and offer flexible and remote working arrangements.

Senior Account Executive (Corporate Communications) – Global PR Agency

London (Hybrid – 2 days in the office)

Salary: £30,000 – £5,000 DOE + excellent benefits including extensive training, personal wellness budget and more

Are you a Corporate Communications Account Executive ready for your next step, or a Senior Account Executive looking to work on household-name clients? We’re assisting a large global award-winning PR agency with the hiring of a bright, ambitious Senior Account Executive to join their Corporate Affairs team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and creatively driven agency working with globally recognised brands across FMCG, healthcare, and consumer sectors, delivering campaigns that sit at the heart of reputation, purpose, and business impact.

This leading global PR agency has recently been recognised as being at the forefront of innovation in the PR industry, and their team is growing off the back of new client wins and expanding scopes.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting in the day-to-day running of high-profile accounts, including corporate work for big consumer brands
• Drafting and editing press materials, Q&As, media briefings, and client documents
• Building strong relationships with journalists and identifying media opportunities
• Working across a breadth of corporate comms activities
• Collaborating closely with colleagues across wider teams

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a corporate communications or reputation-led PR role (in-agency preferred)
• Strong writing skills and media awareness
• Confident communicator with excellent organisational abilities
• Able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines with ease
• Proactive mindset and enthusiasm for working on sector-leading brands

This role would suit someone currently working as a PR Account Executive ready to step up, or a Senior Account Executive seeking bigger brands and broader campaigns.

What’s in it for you:

• Hybrid working: 2 days in the central London office
• £50 mont y wellbeing allowance
• Birthday day off
• Three extra days' holiday over the festive period
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Dog-friendly office, yoga classes, Wellness Wednesdays, and Thursday drinks
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• In-house Learning & Development Director to support your growth

Join a team that’s passionate about delivering meaningful communications, with a warm, open culture that supports your wellbeing and professional development.

You can reach me on or .

At Reuben Sinclair, we are committed to creating an accessible, inclusive and equitable recruitment process. We strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds and identities to apply.

We recognise the positive value of diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. At all times we aim to represent the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know.

• Developing and executing integrated corporate PR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Managing day-to-day media relations, cultivating strong relationships with key journalists and influencers.
• Writing and editing press releases, media alerts, speeches, and other communication materials.
• Overseeing the company's social media presence and strategy for corporate accounts.
• Developing and implementing crisis communication plans and acting as a spokesperson when required.
• Monitoring media coverage and analyzing sentiment to inform strategy.
• Advising senior leadership on PR matters and potential reputational risks.
• Collaborating with internal teams (marketing, legal, investor relations) to ensure cohesive messaging.
• Managing PR agency relationships and performance.
• Organizing press conferences, media events, and executive interviews.
• Identifying and securing speaking opportunities for company executives.
• Contributing to the development of internal communications strategies.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in public relations, with a focus on corporate communications, preferably within the media, entertainment, or technology sectors.
• Proven track record of successful media relations and campaign execution.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a flair for storytelling.
• Strong understanding of traditional and digital media landscapes, including social media platforms.
• Experience in crisis communications and reputation management.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience managing PR agencies and budgets.
• Knowledge of SEO and content marketing principles is a plus.
• A strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities.

Senior Account Executive (Corporate Communications) – Global PR Agency

London (Hybrid – 2 days in the office)

Salary: £30,000 – £5,000 DOE + excellent benefits including extensive training, personal wellness budget and more

Are you a Corporate Communications Account Executive ready for your next step, or a Senior Account Executive looking to work on household-name clients? We’re assisting a large global award-winning PR agency with the hiring of a bright, ambitious Senior Account Executive to join their Corporate Affairs team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and creatively driven agency working with globally recognised brands across FMCG, healthcare, and consumer sectors, delivering campaigns that sit at the heart of reputation, purpose, and business impact.

This leading global PR agency has recently been recognised as being at the forefront of innovation in the PR industry, and their team is growing off the back of new client wins and expanding scopes.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting in the day-to-day running of high-profile accounts, including corporate work for big consumer brands
• Drafting and editing press materials, Q&As, media briefings, and client documents
• Building strong relationships with journalists and identifying media opportunities
• Working across a breadth of corporate comms activities
• Collaborating closely with colleagues across wider teams

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a corporate communications or reputation-led PR role (in-agency preferred)
• Strong writing skills and media awareness
• Confident communicator with excellent organisational abilities
• Able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines with ease
• Proactive mindset and enthusiasm for working on sector-leading brands

This role would suit someone currently working as a PR Account Executive ready to step up, or a Senior Account Executive seeking bigger brands and broader campaigns.

What’s in it for you:

• Hybrid working: 2 days in the central London office
• £50 mont y wellbeing allowance
• Birthday day off
• Three extra days' holiday over the festive period
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Dog-friendly office, yoga classes, Wellness Wednesdays, and Thursday drinks
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• In-house Learning & Development Director to support your growth

Join a team that’s passionate about delivering meaningful communications, with a warm, open culture that supports your wellbeing and professional development.

You can reach me on or .

At Reuben Sinclair, we are committed to creating an accessible, inclusive and equitable recruitment process. We strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds and identities to apply.

We recognise the positive value of diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. At all times we aim to represent the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know.

• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies and campaigns for corporate clients.
• Manage day-to-day client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor.
• Craft compelling press releases, media pitches, speeches, and other communication materials.
• Proactively build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and influencers.
• Secure positive media coverage in tier-one publications and relevant industry outlets.
• Develop and manage crisis communication plans and provide counsel during sensitive situations.
• Oversee and guide junior account executives and team members.
• Conduct media monitoring and analysis, providing clients with comprehensive coverage reports.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., digital, creative) to ensure integrated campaign delivery.
• Stay informed about industry trends, client business landscapes, and the broader media environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public relations, with a strong focus on corporate communications.
• Proven track record of successful media relations and campaign management, ideally within an agency setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive narratives.
• Strong media network and understanding of the media landscape in the UK.
• Experience in crisis communications and reputation management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and client management skills.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools.
• A proactive, strategic, and client-focused approach.

SJ is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.

Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 in its member companies AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA, SMEC and Surbana Jurong, based in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries.

A global urban, infrastructure and managed services consulting firm with over 70 years of track record in successful project delivery, SJ has built more than a million homes in Singapore, created master plans in more than 60 countries and developed over 100 industrial parks globally.

Please visit our website:

Role Overview

The Global Lead, Corporate + Internal Communications, Buildings + Cities (B+C) will be responsible for running an effective internal communications framework that fosters business line cohesion, a sense of belonging, and supports transformation and change management. You’ll manage the volume and cadence of communications to ensure alignment with Group messaging and deliver a consistent employee experience.

This role will strategically drive and implement corporate initiatives, partnering closely with the Global Lead, Creative, to deliver impactful brand campaigns. You will own all communications related to our Employer Value Proposition (EVP) and employer brand, and lead the internal communications team across the business line to deliver clear, engaging, and purposeful messaging.

This is a 12-month maternity cover position, ideal for a seasoned communications professional with a strong background in internal and corporate communications, brand strategy and stakeholder engagement within professional services or consulting environments.

Key Duties

• Own and manage all multi-channel communications for the B+C business line.
• Implement the global B+C internal communications framework
• Shape and influence communications for diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate and maintain the annual B+C communications calendar.
• Act as brand gatekeeper for B+C, ensuring consistency across all communications and design outputs.
• Lead and project manage communications initiatives, including:
• Internal events and town halls
• Firm announcements and news
• Project updates and intranet content
• Awards and client events
• Budget management and KPI reporting
• Source, write, edit, and proofread content for executive, internal, and external communications.
• Collaborate with creative and branding teams to produce engaging collateral

What we are looking for?

• Extensive experience in brand strategy, communications, and knowledge development and delivery.
• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Proven track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Significant leadership experience in professional services, consulting, or corporate environments.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and managing sensitive, high-profile communications.
• Degree or equivalent in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related fields.

What we offer you:

SJ is a growing, fast-paced business which offers birthday leave, corporate health insurance rates, paid parental leave, recognition awards, an active and engaging social club, along with a supportive team environment where healthy lifestyle balance is encouraged.

Reasonable Adjustments

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support—such as receiving the application form in an alternative format—please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment team.

Your experience throughout the application process is important to us. We welcome feedback on how we can improve and are happy to provide any further information you may need to help you make an informed decision about joining us.

If there’s anything more we can do to support you, please let us know, we’re here to help.

Agency

Please note that any unsolicited resumes or CVs submitted through our website or directly to SJ Group employees’ personal email accounts will be considered the property of SJ Group. As such, we will not be liable for any agency fees associated with these submissions.

To be recognized as an authorized recruitment agency or search firm for SJ Group, a formal written agreement must be in place. Additionally, agencies must be invited by our Recruitment Team to submit candidates for specific roles.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.