Communications & PR Manager

Communications and PR Manager Near to Watford – Flexible – Multi-site role £45,000 – £48,500 – Depending on experience Focus 5 Recruitment is proud to be supporting a leading education provider in the search for a Communications and PR Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a communications expert to shape internal and external messaging, lead on media relations, and play a key role in protecting and promoting the organisation’s reputation. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced communicator with a background in internal communications and public relations, ideally within a complex organisation. If you\’re proactive, strategic, and thrive in a fast-paced, values-led environment, this could be the ideal next step. Key responsibilities for the Communications and PR Manager – * Support the Director of Marketing and Student Recruitment, representing the marketing and comms function both internally and externally * Lead on all internal communications, developing strategy, managing platforms, and collaborating across departments to engage staff and support organisational change * Create and manage high-quality content for a wide range of channels including newsletters, press releases, social media, speeches, and internal briefings * Develop and deliver an effective PR strategy, building media relationships, handling press enquiries, and managing reputation through proactive and crisis communications * Monitor communications performance, media sentiment, and sector trends to inform strategy, ensure brand alignment, and identify opportunities for positive exposure Experience and skills we’re looking for – * Senior-level experience in communications or PR, ideally within education or the public sector * Expertise in internal communications, employee engagement, and media relations * Excellent writing, editing, and content adaptation skills across multiple platforms * Strong crisis communication skills and sound judgement under pressure * Organised, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment * Collaborative, confident, and proactive with strong stakeholder management skills This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact in an organisation that values communication, transparency, and community. For immediate consideration and further details, please apply ASAP