External Comms Marketing Manager

External Communications Manager (Contract)

📍 London (Hybrid - approx. 40% onsite)

📅 6-month contract

£500 - £550 per day via Umbrella

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced External Communications Manager to join a high-performing communications team on an interim basis. This role will play a key part in delivering impactful external communications activity, helping to build awareness, strengthen engagement, and support organisational priorities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, can operate with autonomy, and is confident managing a varied and high-profile workload.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver external communications campaigns aligned to organisational priorities
Develop engaging content, including press releases, briefings and stakeholder materials
Build and maintain relationships with media, influencers, and external stakeholders
Support corporate publications and key communication outputs
Contribute to a reactive press office environment
Identify opportunities to proactively promote key messages and stories
Support senior stakeholders with external engagement, including media and events
Monitor the external environment and provide insight and briefings
Contribute to managing reputational risk through effective communications

About You

Experience in external communications, media relations or public relations
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences
Confident stakeholder manager, able to build relationships and influence effectively
Able to translate complex information into clear, engaging content
Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Collaborative approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Comfortable working in a time-sensitive environment and delivering to a high standard

What We're Looking For

We're particularly interested in individuals who can quickly establish themselves, take ownership of their work, and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.

Additional Information

Hybrid working: approximately 40% onsite in London
Background checks will form part of the onboarding process