Head of Content and Communications

We’re looking for a creative, imaginative and driven leader to be our Head of Content and Communications while the current post-holder is on maternity leave.

Theos is a Christian think tank which seeks a world in which Christian ideas about human flourishing are drawn upon to answer some of the world’s biggest challenges. We stimulate debate about the place of religion in society, challenging and changing ideas through research, commentary and events.

Location: London / Hybrid

Hours: Part time, four days a week (30 hours)

Salary: £48,000 to £50,000 per annum FTE (£38,400 - £40,000 Pro Rata)

Contract: Maternity cover, 12-month fixed term contract

Closing date: 16 February 2026

Interview date: 23 or 24 February 2026 at our offices in London

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to shape how the UK’s leading religion and society think tank tells its story and uses its public voice to have impact. You’ll have a bold and creative vision for our content and communications, leading a committed team to turn the research and big ideas we have about human flourishing into stories, conversations and interventions that go beyond the Westminster bubble. You will be responsible for our diverse communications channels, including our website, digital and social media, and podcasts The Sacred and Reading Our Times.

Playing a key part in the Theos senior leadership team, you’ll be an invaluable voice in steering our vision and strategy. You’ll also blend intellectual curiosity with narrative flair, spotting cultural moments and opportunities, experimenting with types of content, and ensuring Theos is not just part of the debate, but helping to frame it.

About You

We’re looking for a strategic, imaginative communicator with a sharp editorial eye, a feel for public discourse, and a deep interest in how religion continues to shape society.

You will have experience of:

• Creating and implementing a media and communications strategy and desirable experience of contributing to organisational-level strategy
• Gaining cut-through in digital and mainstream media through creative and compelling public engagement activity
• Working in or with mainstream media and through social media channels
• Performance management, motivating, supporting and developing staff
• Networking and building fruitful long-term relationships which deliver organisational objectives
• Managing multiple projects efficiently and building positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, delivering projects on time and budget

If you have the legal right to work and remain in the UK, please provide your CV and a 250-word statement that sets out your interest in and suitability for this position.

In Return…

• Commitment - As a Christian organisation, the charity believes you have gifts and abilities that are all your own. So they’re willing to explore how what you have might fit what’s needed.
• The checklist – There’s no such thing as the perfect candidate. You don't have to tick every box on the job description before you apply!
• It’s personal - You have a life outside work, and the organisation wants you to be able to live it well. So are happy to talk to you about flexible working hours and working from home.
• Learn and grow - When you’re trained in a new skill, or learn a different perspective, it benefits everyone. The organisation is committed to making it possible for everyone to flourish, with a huge variety of learning resources available.
• Together and apart - The charity believes in home working where it’s appropriate, and during lockdown they made that work really well. But know how important it is to meet face to face, too and are committed to making the office an enriching environment, where people are glad to be.
• Celebrating difference - Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the organisation and it promotes diversity of thought, culture and background. Diversity is valued and this is reflected in the workforce.
• Level ground - We want you to bring your best to the application and selection process. If you need any adjustments to be made for that to happen, let us know and we’ll be glad to help.

Theos is part of Bible Society and is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome applications from people representing all sections of the community.