52 Senior Communications Manager jobs in London

Footballco is the world's leading football media company, built for the next generation of fans. Our mission is to give fans more of the game by building football communities that entertain, inform, and inspire action. We cover everything in football from news and analysis, original reporting, and social media content, to web stores, video, podcasts, newsletters, and live scores. With over 1 billion video views per month, 100 million social followers globally, and a reach of 800 million across web, social, and video platforms, Footballco is the world’s largest football media company and one of the largest digital media companies in sport globally.

About the Role

A minimum of three days a week in the office, ideally four.

We’re looking for a HR & Internal Communications Manager who’s passionate about helping managers become great leaders and creating an environment where people can thrive and deliver their best work while also owning & delivering the organisation's internal communications strategy.

This role blends strategic HR expertise with strong communication skills, ensuring that people initiatives directly support business goals while fostering a transparent, inclusive, and high-performing culture.

What you'll be doing

Internal Communications

• Own and deliver a global internal communication plan aligned with company strategy and values
• Collaborate with senior leaders and departments to translate business updates into clear and compelling messages
• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of internal events such as global town halls, webinars, and employee engagement campaigns
• Create engaging content (written, visual, and digital) for internal communication channels.
• Monitor employee feedback and engagement with internal communications; analyse metrics and recommend improvements.

Supporting & Coaching Managers

• Partner with managers to build leadership capability, offering coaching and guidance on people management, team development, and decision-making.
• Support managers with people challenges, whether it’s performance, capability, conduct wellbeing, growth, or team dynamics with confidence and consistency.
• Provide practical tools, frameworks, and training to help managers lead their teams effectively.

Building Great Employee Experiences

• Champion a positive, inclusive, and engaging culture where people feel valued and supported.
• Partner with managers to create strong connections within their teams and across the business.
• Promote positive employee engagement through effective communication, feedback mechanisms, and recognition initiatives.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Advise on employee relations cases, ensuring a fair, consistent, and legally compliant approach.

Talent, Development & Performance

• Support the OKR performance management cycle, ensuring managers set clear measurable goals aligned to the Footballco business strategy.
• Help managers spot potential, nurture development, and build career pathways for their people.

People Operations & Projects

• Support people-focused projects and initiatives that help us grow as a business.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of HR initiatives, policies, and processes.

What you have:

• Someone who loves working with people and building trusted relationships.
• Sound knowledge of employment law and HR best practices. International experience would be a bonus.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
• Proactive problem-solving approach, with resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt style across different audiences.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commercially astute, with the ability to translate business needs into people & communications strategies.
• Skilled in building trust, credibility, and collaborative relationships across the business.
• Creative communicator with a strong understanding of digital communication tools.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as an HR Advisor / Junior HRBP stepping up, or as an established HRBP in a mid-level capacity, with a strong track record in delivering internal communications.
• Experience in supporting and developing line managers in a variety of HR and people management areas.
• Exposure to change management, employee engagement, and performance management initiatives.
• International experience is a bonus.

Footballco is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category.

• Develop and implement innovative communication and PR strategies to enhance the organisation's reputation and reach.
• Manage all aspects of media relations, including building and maintaining relationships with key journalists and influencers.
• Craft compelling press releases, statements, speeches, and other communication materials.
• Oversee crisis communication planning and execution, ensuring timely and effective responses.
• Manage social media presence and digital communication channels to engage target audiences.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
• Develop and execute internal communication plans to keep employees informed and engaged.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, providing insights and recommendations.
• Organise press conferences, media briefings, and other communication events.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication campaigns.
• Act as a spokesperson for the organisation when required.
• Ensure all communications adhere to brand guidelines and legal/ethical standards.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the communications team.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Significant experience (typically 7+ years) in communications, public relations, or media management, preferably within a corporate or agency setting.
• Proven success in developing and implementing strategic communication plans.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong media relations experience and a well-established network of contacts.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools and social media platforms.
• Experience in crisis communications management.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong understanding of the media industry and current affairs.
• Strategic thinker with a creative approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and office-based work in London .

• Develop and implement integrated internal and external communication strategies.
• Manage public relations and media relations activities.
• Craft compelling press releases, statements, and media kits.
• Oversee corporate messaging and ensure brand consistency.
• Develop and execute social media communication plans.
• Manage crisis communications and develop response strategies.
• Build and nurture relationships with journalists and key stakeholders.
• Create engaging content for various communication channels.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends.
• Advise senior leadership on communication matters.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a similar role, preferably with agency or corporate experience.
• Proven success in developing and executing strategic communication plans.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong media relations experience and a robust network of contacts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage crisis communications effectively.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and digital communication tools.
• Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a remote environment.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

• Develop and implement integrated communication strategies.
• Manage media relations and serve as a primary point of contact for journalists.
• Craft compelling press releases, speeches, and other communication materials.
• Oversee internal communication channels and initiatives.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze communication effectiveness.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Manage external PR agencies and vendors.
• Stay current with media trends and best practices.

• Proven experience in corporate communications, public relations, or media management.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing communication strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and public speaking skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations, journalistic principles, and crisis communications.
• Experience with social media management and digital communication platforms.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.

• Develop and implement integrated corporate communication strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage all aspects of internal communications, ensuring employees are informed and engaged.
• Craft compelling press releases, media advisories, speeches, and other external communications materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media contacts, influencers, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee the company's social media presence, content creation, and engagement strategies.
• Develop crisis communication plans and manage responses during sensitive situations.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, providing insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate with marketing, HR, and other departments to ensure consistent messaging.
• Organize and manage corporate events, press conferences, and stakeholder briefings.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication campaigns.
• Ensure all communications adhere to brand guidelines and company standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Communications Manager, PR Manager, or similar role, ideally within the media or corporate communications sphere.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing communication strategies.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong understanding of media relations, public relations principles, and social media management.
• Experience in crisis communication and reputation management.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools and analytics platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively.
• Experience working in a remote team environment is highly advantageous.
• A portfolio showcasing successful communication campaigns is a plus.

5th November 2025 

What is the purpose of this job?

The Strategic Communications Manager will join the team to focus on communications to support the delivery of RDG’s Board Priorities. The successful candidate will work directly into the Head of Strategic Communications, as well as working closely with the wider communications team and the Director of Communications to devise and deliver communications strategies across our workstreams. The role will also lead communications colleagues on several programmes of work, ensuring key projects are completed on time and to the highest standards, while fostering team development and collaboration.

Whilst not an exhaustive list below provides some of the activities for the role;

1. Working within the Communications department to produce and deliver high quality influential communications activity

2. Working closely with the Head of Strategic Communications, to help shape and deliver on the RDG communications strategy.

3. Working across the Communications Team, bringing members of the comms team together to make sure work is delivered consistent and to a high standard.

4. Work closely with the Head of Strategic Communications to ensure there is a pipeline of proactive communications activity and campaigns to support delivery of the plan, while also flagging any potential opportunities for further activity

5. Plan and deliver impactful multi-channel comms campaigns that achieve KPIs set, in line with budget, timelines and resource set

6. Produce visual and video content to help bring campaign and activity to life, creating this both independently and with agency support

7. Work with RDG’s members, gaining their insight and input to help shape our comms activity and to brief them on current priorities, and ensure they are provided with all relevant comms materials in a timely fashion.

8. Build and maintain effective relationships with industry and RDG colleagues to find and shape content to support the overall communications plan and objectives.

9. Ensuring agency partners receive consistent briefing on priorities and feedback on work. Manage performance of agencies to deliver communications assets across all media channels.

10. Responsible for contributing to a high-performing communications team with a culture of diversity and inclusivity.

11. Support the Events Lead on the delivery of the events strategy, identifying opportunities and support on agendas and briefings.

Who will my key contacts be?

• Industry communications and marketing colleagues within RDG’s membership (train operating companies, Network Rail and owning groups). Manage and develop relationships with communications professionals at senior level.
• Suppliers and agencies – Work closely with suppliers and agencies to form strong working relationships that delivers results.
• RDG staff and directors – ensuring good cross-organisation collaboration and productive flow of information to enable swift rebuttals and favourable proactive coverage.
• External stakeholders – Aligning our industry plans and ensuring flow of information between RDG and key external partners such as DFTO, DFT, Great British Railways and Network Rail.

Requirements

- Leadership - Able to play a leading role in managing and delivering communications activity, either directly or through members of the communications team.

- Project management - the post holder will have good project management skills to deliver multiple projects at the same time, on budget and of the highest possible quality. Being a driving force for delivery comms outputs, keeping colleagues informed and upwardly managing senior colleagues on progress being made.

- Stakeholder engagement - The post holder will need to work with multiple stakeholders from across the industry and demonstrate the ability to listen to different views and focus and devise effective communications off the back of this.

- Strategic thinking - The role involves corporate-wide horizon scanning to help to achieve results and to solve and anticipate problems and building coalitions to help find solutions.

- 5+ years comms/marketing experience – the role requires the post holder to have broad communication discipline expertise, with a solid understanding on how to deliver across them from events, stakeholder, media, social and marketing.

- Campaign management - Evidence of success in leading the devising and implementation of campaign plans and/or campaigns to influence behaviours, and being able to measure success.

- Content creation – using Canva and basic video skills to produce in-house videos, and work with agencies that create engaging content adhering to RDG brand guidelines and template.

- Experience of dealing directly with senior colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders to provide communications.

Benefits

Why Work for RDG?

We offer a highly competitive package, including:

• 75% off rail travel for personal and family use, plus international rail discounts.
• 30 Days annual leave (plus buy/sell options and additional leave for key life events)
• Season ticket loan for commuting costs.
• Enhanced family leave – 30 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and shared parental leave.
• Pension scheme – up to 11.58% employer contribution.
• Private medical insurance (AXA PPP) including mental health and specialist care.
• Discounted gym membership and access to wellbeing programmes.

Career Development & Progression

You’ll be part of a team driving innovation at a national scale, with the opportunity to influence long-term ticketing strategy. This role provides real ownership, the chance to work with leading-edge technologies and partners, and visibility at senior levels across the rail industry. You’ll also gain wide exposure to transport and government stakeholders, opening up exciting development and progression opportunities within RDG.

Apply Now & Shape the Future of UK Rail

If you are interested in joining RDG as a Lead Solution Architect and shaping the future of digital ticketing, we’d love to hear from you!

Click Apply now to start your application and be part of a team that is leading digital innovation in the rail industry.

Please note that we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK.

• Develop and implement strategic communication and PR plans for broadcast properties.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media contacts and industry influencers.
• Manage media inquiries, press releases, and proactive media outreach.
• Craft key messages, talking points, and speeches for senior executives.
• Develop and execute crisis communication strategies to protect brand reputation.
• Oversee media monitoring and reporting, providing insights to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, programming, legal) on communication initiatives.
• Organize press conferences, media events, and talent interviews.
• Support internal communications efforts to ensure employee engagement and alignment.

• Proven experience as a Communications Manager or Senior PR professional, preferably in media or broadcast.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic PR campaigns.
• Extensive network of media contacts in the UK and internationally.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations, corporate communications, and crisis management.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.

• Develop and implement comprehensive public relations strategies for a diverse range of clients across various industries.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, journalists, bloggers, and influencers.
• Proactively identify media opportunities and pitch compelling stories to secure positive coverage in relevant publications.
• Write and edit press releases, media kits, speeches, and other communication materials.
• Manage crisis communications situations effectively, providing strategic counsel and timely responses.
• Develop and manage client communication plans, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, providing insightful analysis and reporting to clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., marketing, social media) to ensure integrated campaign execution.
• Advise clients on reputation management and corporate communications best practices.
• Manage budgets for PR campaigns and activities.