External Communications Manager | London, UK

Company Description

Legal & General (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and a major global investor. We have been safeguarding people\’s financial futures since 1836, aiming to build a better society, improve our customers\’ lives, and create value for shareholders.

We are one of the world\’s largest asset managers, providing robust asset origination capabilities that support our retirement and protection solutions. We operate as an international player in pension risk transfer, UK and US life insurance, and UK workplace pensions and retirement income.

L&G Asset Management is one of Europe\’s largest asset managers, offering complex, responsible investment solutions across public and private markets. Our global presence spans Hong Kong, Singapore, Chicago, and major European financial hubs.

Our division, created by combining investment management (LGIM) and asset origination (LGC), collaborates with our Institutional Retirement and Retail divisions to benefit clients and customers, including individual savers, pension scheme members, and global institutions, while delivering enhanced shareholder returns.

Joining us means becoming part of a market-leading team with capabilities across all asset classes, committed to responsible investment and creating sustainable long-term value.

Job Description

We are recruiting an External Communications Manager for our Corporate Affairs team. This role supports L&G’s asset management division, a major global investor with £1.122 trillion in assets, across public and private markets. The role involves engaging with external audiences such as media, the public, and international agencies to uphold and enhance our brand profile and reputation as a responsible investor. Creativity, agility, and understanding of regulatory contexts are advantageous. We believe reputation is a long-term investment, and our success depends on being trusted and valued by stakeholders, clients, customers, and employees.

Responsibilities include:

1. Developing and executing strategic external communications to protect and promote the firm\’s profile, managing risks, and fostering relationships with journalists.
2. Collaborating with internal teams to identify opportunities and create engaging content, researching topics, and gathering information from diverse sources.
3. Promoting products and business priorities through strategic communications, including social media and employee communications, working with external agencies as needed.
4. Supporting external communications for pensions and investments, showcasing expertise, and sharing media coverage timely with stakeholders, including evaluation of media impact.
5. Ensuring communications adhere to compliance, governance, and risk policies, aligning with business ethics and stakeholder expectations.
6. Working closely with the Corporate Affairs community and marketing team to deliver campaigns aligned with business strategy.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have:

• Knowledge of external and internal communication, campaigns, PR, and media relations practices.
• A strong understanding of the UK pensions landscape, financial advice, and investments; familiarity with sectors like Real Estate, Private Credit, Venture Capital, or Infrastructure is beneficial.
• Experience in a communications consultancy, media relations, or within financial services or asset management sectors.
• Proven ability to develop and execute PR strategies for high-profile organizations in the UK.
• Strong media contacts within the UK and possibly internationally.
• A global outlook and experience working across different markets is advantageous.
• A collaborative, organized, and detail-oriented approach, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Performance-related bonus and share schemes
• Generous pension contributions
• Life assurance and healthcare plans
• At least 25 days holiday plus public holidays, with options to buy/sell holiday
• Family leave, electric car schemes, and employee discounts
• Modern, wellbeing-focused offices and flexible working options available

Additional Information

At L&G, we are committed to building a better future through positive returns and inclusive culture. We value diversity and support flexible working arrangements. We encourage you to apply even if you don\’t meet every criterion—bring your strengths, potential, and passion for our purpose.

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