Senior PR & Communications Manager | Bournemouth (Hybrid) | Up to £75,000 + 10% Bonus
Rubicon are proud to be supporting a global leader in cybersecurity as they seek a Senior PR & Communications Manager to join their senior leadership team.
This is a pivotal role with significant influence, responsible for leading communications strategy, strengthening brand reputation, and elevating the organisation\'s voice across media, government, and industry platforms. As Senior PR & Communications Manager, you\'ll work closely with UK and Global leadership teams to deliver impactful PR and communications initiatives. You\'ll lead a high‑performing communications team, act as a key media spokesperson, and play a critical role in protecting and enhancing the company\'s public image.
Benefits
- Hybrid working (3 days per week in the Bournemouth office)
- Half-yearly performance bonus
- Private Medical Insurance
- Wellbeing allowance
- Company pension scheme
- Paid maternity & paternity leave
- Free parking
- Career progression within a globally recognised cybersecurity brand
- A collaborative, people‑first culture within a Top 50 \'Best Companies to Work For\' (2025)
Responsibilities
- Owning and delivering the UK PR & Communications strategy in partnership with Global PR teams.
- Leading media relations, public affairs, and crisis communications in line with company guidelines.
- Acting as a primary media spokesperson and supporting executive leadership with interviews and external engagements.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists, editors, industry bodies, and government stakeholders.
- Overseeing internal and external communications channels to ensure a consistent and compelling brand voice.
- Creating and approving high‑quality content including press releases, opinion pieces, blogs, articles, and statements.
- Managing PR agencies, social media communications, and media monitoring activities.
- Planning and delivering PR events, media briefings, conferences, and webinars.
- Representing the organisation at industry associations, trade bodies, and public forums.
- Producing insightful qualitative and quantitative PR performance reports.
Experience & Qualifications
- 10+ years\' experience in PR & Communications, with at least 5 years in a senior or leadership role.
- Proven media relations expertise and spokesperson experience.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills across B2B and B2C communications.
- Strong ability to translate complex technical or cybersecurity topics into clear, engaging messages.
- Experience managing agencies and working closely with senior stakeholders.
- Excellent leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities.
- Fluent English and advanced MS Office skills.
Desirable Experience
- Background in technology, IT, or cybersecurity.
- Experience working within a global or matrix organisation.
- Exposure to crisis communications and public affairs.
If you\'re a confident, strategic communications leader ready to shape reputation and influence at a senior level within a globally respected cybersecurity brand — we’d love to hear from you.
