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Head of PR & Communications - Manchester Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working Available) About the Role We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of PR & Communications to lead and deliver a comprehensive communications strategy across our growing Finance client. Supporting three distinct businesses within the group, this is a senior leadership role responsible for enhancing brand reputation, driving media engagement, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and ensuring consistent messaging across all external and internal communications. Based in Manchester, you will work closely with executive leadership teams to position our companies as trusted leaders within their respective markets. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement an integrated PR and communications strategy across all three group companies. Lead corporate communications, media relations, reputation management, and crisis communications activities. Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, industry influencers, and key stakeholders. Create compelling content including press releases, thought leadership articles, executive communications, speeches, and corporate announcements. Oversee internal communications programmes that engage and inform employees across the group. Support senior executives with media training, public appearances, and communication planning. Manage brand messaging and ensure consistency across all channels and businesses. Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and risks. Develop and manage communication campaigns that support business growth, recruitment, customer engagement, and corporate initiatives. Measure and report on PR and communications performance, providing insights and recommendations to leadership. About You Proven experience in a senior PR, communications, or corporate affairs leadership role. Strong track record of developing successful communications strategies within financial services, professional services, fintech, or related sectors. Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills. Experience managing corporate reputation and media relations at a senior level. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at executive and board level. Experience leading communications across multiple brands or business units would be advantageous. Confident, proactive, and commercially minded with excellent judgement. Degree-qualified in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field (preferred). What We Offer Competitive salary and executive benefits package. Opportunity to shape and lead communications strategy across multiple growing businesses. Senior leadership position with direct exposure to executive teams. Hybrid working and flexible approach. Career development within a dynamic and ambitious finance group. Modern Manchester-based office with excellent transport links. How to Apply If you are a strategic communications leader with a passion for building brands, protecting reputations, and driving engagement, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and achievements. Head of PR & Communications - Manchester

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