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PR Director

  • Location: London
  • Salary: Negotiable per year

Posted about 1 year ago

  • Sector: Marketing
  • Contact: Rosie MacPhail
  • Contact Email: rosiemacphail@betterplaced.com
  • Expiry Date: 24 February 2023
  • Job Ref: 51774_1674671968

PR Director - Fixed Term Contract - 9 month Maternity cover

My client are in industry disruptor paving the way for innovative insurance solutions - with a global presence and millions of customers in the UK alone, they have plenty of audiences that require a senior level PR and communications expert to bring C-suite advisory skills to the table.

Reporting into the CMO, you will have senior leadership capabilities that not only allow for strategic media planning but also provide a platform to lead your team to success. My client pride themselves on being a dynamic, fast paced employer who offer significant career opportunities, and want the right kind of ambitious talent to join them on this journey.

Role responsibilities;

  • Define and lead the PR and external communications strategy on a national basis
  • Drive the PR, social media and content teams in a proficient and successful manner
  • Advise senior stakeholders in reputation management, guiding them through potentially challenging crisis comms
  • Deliver a coherent and compelling brand story across multichannel campaigns
  • Manage all media output in line with company TOV and expectations
  • Monitor and evaluate campaign and team performances
  • Management of external PR agency resource, as and when required
  • Support business growth by monitoring and proactively securing key media opportunities

Skills and experience required;

  • Verifiable experience in operating in a senior level PR and Communications role
  • Senior Team Leadership experience
  • An exceptional network of media relations in the relevant consumer and trade industry
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to align every key stakeholder to your communications strategy
  • A track record of shifting media narrative to align with core company values
  • Excellent writing skills and an ability to generate market leading compelling content

They offer a competitive salary and discretionary bonus, incredible healthcare benefits and a collaborative workplace culture with hybrid working.

They are looking for a natural leader to step in and steer the ship with confidence and ability - if this sounds like the role for you then get in touch for a confidential conversation.