Head of Communications

Posted 27 days 7 hours ago by THE TALENT SET

Permanent
Full Time
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description

Head of Communications
£50,000 - £61,471
Hybrid - South East London

Summary
This is an excellent opportunity for a Communications leader who is ready to tell the story of innovation in arts education. Working for a pioneer in creative arts, you will be responsible for spearheading the Communications team as the embark on an exciting new chapter.
The institute has recently launched their new three-year strategy which includes expanding their postgraduate offering, intensifying their focus on research and development, and cultivating a more diverse community. They're looking for a strategic communicator to join the team and help tell the story of this transformative journey.

Key Responsibilities
As Head of Communications, you'll be instrumental in shaping and executing the communications strategy, responsibilities include;

  • Lead a team to implement a comprehensive strategic communications plan
  • Oversee the media strategies to engage key stakeholders
  • Manage the creation of compelling content across channels
  • Collaborate on campaigns with the Head of Student Recruitment
  • Be a key member of our Crisis Communications team

Person Specification

  • Experienced communications professional with a strong background in reputation management
  • Ability to execute creative campaigns
  • Strong execution skills and a consultative approach to problem-solving
  • Good understanding of UK Higher Education (desirable)

What's on offer

  • A competitive salary of between £50,000 - £61,471 plus excellent benefits
  • An opportunity to lead a pivotal role in an innovative institution shaping the future of arts education and to make a lasting impact on our institution's global reputation
  • A flexible hybrid working pattern

Interested?
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role.

Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner charity are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.