Head of Communications

Please note this is a hybrid role that can be based in either London or Bristol.

Our client, a pioneering company at the forefront of scientific and technological advancement, is seeking an experienced communications and marketing professional to lead the development and delivery of its external messaging and brand strategy.

Working on transformative technologies with far-reaching applications, the company is looking for a strategic and articulate individual to enhance its public profile, engage key audiences, and support its continued growth. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven enterprise operating at the leading edge of deep tech innovation.

• Develop and implement communication strategies that reflect the company’s mission, vision, and technological innovation.
• Deliver consistent messaging across a range of platforms, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Lead both proactive and reactive communications activity, including planning and managing crisis responses.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, industry influencers, and key stakeholders to shape public perception and secure positive coverage.
• Represent the company in press engagements, industry discussions, and public forums.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality content including press releases, blog articles, whitepapers, case studies, and presentations.
• Ensure all content is scientifically accurate, clearly written, and accessible to a broad audience.
• Design and lead marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness and engagement among customers, partners, and the wider public.
• Manage digital marketing initiatives such as social media, SEO, content marketing, and online advertising, in collaboration with a digital communications team member.
• Work closely with public policy and government relations teams to ensure messaging supports policy objectives and advocacy work.
• Produce communication materials to support outreach to policymakers, regulators, and government stakeholders.
• Plan and deliver events such as product launches, press briefings, investor meetings, and industry conferences.
• Represent the company at external events, trade shows, and strategic engagements.

• Extensive senior-level experience in strategic communications, with a track record of building and scaling impactful brands, ideally within the technology sectors.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders effectively.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, engaging content.
• Demonstrable experience in media relations, public relations, and managing communications during high-pressure or crisis situations.
• Solid understanding of digital marketing channels and tools, including social media, content marketing, SEO, and online advertising.
• A collaborative mindset, with experience working effectively across teams and with external partners.

Here at Sapio Consulting we are not only proud to be equal opportunity employers in our own right but are also committed to supporting each and every one of our clients and partners in their Diversity & Inclusion objectives and initiatives.

Our clients are equal opportunity employers and on their behalf we welcome candidates, applicants or prospective applicants regardless of Age, Disability, Neurodiversity, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender identity or expression, Marriage or Civil Partnership or Partnership status, Pregnancy and Maternity or Parental status, Race, Religion or Beliefs, and Political Opinion.