THE ROLE (Hybrid working) This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced corporate communications professional to join a business entering a new phase. You will shape and deliver a robust and cohesive communications and PR strategy that strengthens the company's reputation, raises its profile and supports its future ambitions. Using your understanding of markets, customers, communications channels, the industry and legislative landscape, you will lead corporate communications and PR activity to engage stakeholders, drive loyalty and recognition, and ensure communications remain aligned with business priorities. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and deliver a communications plan aligned to business objectives, supporting the company's strategy, future direction and growth. * Develop the in-house PR team and manage the external PR agency to maximise impact and ensure consistent messaging. * Build strong relationships with senior leadership, media and key stakeholders, identifying opportunities to raise the company's profile. * Lead communications around key business developments, milestones and strategic initiatives. * Oversee crisis communications, ensuring timely, clear and effective messaging to protect the company's reputation. * Monitor media coverage and communications performance, identifying opportunities to strengthen engagement and recognition. THE PERSON The successful candidate will have: * Proven experience in corporate communications or PR at a level of significant influence in a larger company environment, with proven ability to develop and deliver effective communications strategies. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong understanding of storytelling and the ability to turn complex messages into compelling narratives. * Experience in media relations and corporate reputation management, including crisis communications. * Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with experience working with teams and managing external agency relationships. * The ability to translate business priorities into clear, cohesive communications plans and deliver multiple activities to tight deadlines. * A proactive, creative and commercially minded approach, with an understanding of market dynamics and the wider industry landscape. THE OPPORTUNITY This is an exciting opportunity to shape the corporate voice and reputation of a business entering a new chapter. If you are a strategic and hands-on communications professional who can bring people together, tell compelling stories and deliver communications that make a measurable difference, apply today