Head of Communications

A rare opportunity to join Paul Hamlyn Foundation as Head of Communications, shaping our approach to internal and external communications and how we talk about and demonstrate our impact as a funder.

3/9/2026

Paul Hamlyn Foundation (PHF) is one of the largest independent grant making foundations in the UK. We use our resources to support social change, working towards a just and equitable society in which everyone, especially young people, can realise their full potential and enjoy fulfilling and creative lives. We are looking for a Head of Communications, someone with ambition and commitment to shape our approach to communications, internally and externally, and to help us understand how we talk about and demonstrate our impact as a funder. You will be part of a small team that helps to communicate the work of the Foundation externally, drives internal communication, and promotes the work of those we support.

The Head of Communications is a critical post, drawing together our shared story across the different areas of our work and communicating this to key audiences in support of our mission and vision. The communications team plays a crucial role in advancing our commitment to being an anti racist funder and working towards greater diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and you will lead on how this is embedded into all of our internal and external communications activity. You will act as a crucial bridge between the Foundation and our various audiences, in particular those people and organisations we are seeking to support through our funding.

For further information about the role, including the full responsibilities and person specification, please see the full Job Description via the link provided. First stage interviews are expected to take place remotely on Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th March. Second stage interviews are expected to take place in person on Tuesday 24th March.

Hybrid London, UK

Hybrid

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To apply, please visit the link provided.