Head of pr and communications

Head of PR and Communications

Location: Brighton

Salary: £49,920 – £65,520 per annum

Our client is more than just an educational institution; they are a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, they offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Their commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets them apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

About the Role

As Head of PR and Communications, you will shape and deliver a clear, consistent approach to communications across our client, leading how they present themselves to both external and internal audiences. This will ensure our brand, messaging, and reputation remain aligned with their strategic priorities.

Working in close partnership with senior leaders, you’ll provide expert advice on communications, reputation management, and the handling of complex or sensitive issues, alongside overseeing public relations, internal communications, social media, and content to ensure a coherent and effective approach across all channels.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the development of an integrated communications and PR strategy aligned to organisational priorities.
• Shape and maintain a clear and consistent brand narrative across all channels.
• Provide strategic advice to senior leadership on communications, reputation, and messaging.
• Oversee media relations, including proactive PR, press engagement, and external storytelling.
• Lead internal communications that connect colleagues to the organisation’s purpose, strategy, and culture.
• Ensure social media and digital channels are used effectively to support engagement, recruitment, and reputation.
• Manage and respond to reputational risks, including leading on crisis and issues communications.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality, audience-focused content across internal and external platforms.
• Support senior stakeholders with briefings, speeches, and key messaging.
• Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary communications team.
• Use insight and performance data to evaluate and improve communications activity.

What You'll Bring:

• Strong experience in PR, communications, or journalism, with a track record of delivering at a senior level.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt tone and content for different audiences.
• Experience developing and delivering communications and social media strategies.
• A clear understanding of brand positioning and narrative development.
• Experience leading internal communications within a complex organisation.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and providing clear, constructive advice.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Experience leading teams and working with external partners.
• An ability to manage competing priorities and respond calmly in a fast-moving environment.
• A thoughtful and inclusive approach to communication and leadership.

Why Our Client?

They are a values-led organisation, meaning their core values underpin all that they do:

Believe in Everyone, Challenge the Norm, Grow Together, Do The Right Thing, Own It.

In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
• SMART pension
• A comprehensive benefits package

They continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that they truly represent their diverse communities. They particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in their organisation.

They are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of their students therefore, all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.

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