Senior PR Manager

Are you passionate about media relations? Do you thrive in a relationship-based role? Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below. London Business School is thrilled to be looking for a Senior PR Manager to join our Communication team on a fixed-term basis. The role of the Senior PR Manager will be to serve as the custodian of the London Business School brand and reputation across the globe, but with a particular focus on the UK. The purpose of this role is to increase London Business School’s share of voice with respect to chosen issues and themes, across the UK market, and to strengthen the reputation of the School as a key player with target audience groups. The Communication function, within the wider Engagement Department, is responsible for strategic communication, uniting the School behind a single narrative that promotes our vision, celebrates our impact and amplifies faculty research and thought leadership content through corporate communication, brand and campaign management. Please note, this is a fixed-term role until March 2026 only. Main Responsibilities Plan and implement scopes of work which amplify Accounting, Finance and Management Science & Operations faculty research and thought leadership in top tier and relevant specialist media. Develop strong relationships with key journalists (e.g. financial) that are relevant to subject areas and research institutes. Develop an effective programme of media engagement and ensure continuous stewardship of media relationships for the School. Work in collaboration with the Executive Education marketing team where appropriate and ensure communication plans are aligned to Brand & Marketing departmental strategy and overall, School goals. Provide stakeholder communication counsel and where required, support Head of Communication and CCO to advise the School’s Advancement department. Design communication solutions that deliver impact. Act as a key liaison for internal customers and stakeholders to build relationships, understand their needs and develop Communication solutions that deliver impact. With oversight from the Head of Communication, the Senior PR Manager will lead on the delivery of a portfolio of projects and campaigns in own area of specialism, or act as an expert resource in a work stream in a large/complex project to ensure successful delivery within budget and to quality standards and targets. Provide strategic communication counsel to amplify and elevate School events. Research and keep up-to-date with industry advancements and trends and use these to ensure that innovative and effective Communication solutions are developed. Manage data collation and analysis, and prepare reports to inform review, planning and decision-making. Who we are looking for Established, relevant (e.g. finance) media contacts. Passionate about media relations and engaging with journalists. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage a variety of audiences and to communicate complex research Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple internal and external stakeholders. Up-to-date knowledge of industry and technological advancements. Experience of leading/playing a part in innovative projects, campaigns or initiatives. Experience of managing contractors and/or agencies. Knowledge of business education desirable. Why London Business School London Business School; a global and vibrant business community based in two of the world’s most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. It’s where extraordinary minds and diverse perspectives connect, to have a profound impact on the way the world does business and the way business impacts the world. We offer best in class hybrid learning to our students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, supportive and dynamic working environment for our people to excel in, whatever their location. What you can expect from us Generous annual leave of 27 days plus extra between Christmas and New Year Generous pension package, 14.5% employer contribution (in return for employee enrolment and contribution) Free onsite gym and swimming pool Amazing range of professional development to support your career path Enhanced cycle to work scheme Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health Up to 5 days paid emergency leave for staff who have caring responsibilities for a family member, dependent or friend who is ill. All enjoyed in a Smart (hybrid) Working environment so we’re looking forward to discussing how, where and when you might work best to deliver in your new role. Our commitment to driving inclusion and belonging We are a globally reaching institution, committed to creating tangible and sustainable change in driving inclusion & belonging within our School, education and society at large. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone in our community feels they belong and thrive. This is a key school priority, and we want everyone who joins LBS to feel respected, welcomed, and heard. Candidates needing sponsorship should assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by evaluating their circumstances against the relevant criteria before applying. Please note we start screening CVs and interviewing candidates from the start of a campaign. A successful candidate could progress to offer before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in any roles. Closing Date: 27th January 2025