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Head of External Communications

Posted 03 June 2026 I By VMA GROUP

  • Location: London
  • Job Type: Fixed Term Contract
  • Contact: Deborah Le
  • Work Model: Hybrid
  • Sector: Communications
  • Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 Per Year

Job Overview:

A global technology business having recently formed as a result of a merger is looking for a new Head of External Communications to join at this exciting period of change.

Working alongside Director of Global Communications, you will jointly devise the strategic PR strategy with the aim to launch the new brand, position the new organisation and raise their exec’s profiles.  The role will involve:

  • Managing an external PR agency
  • Providing strategic counselling to execs on reputation, messaging and media engagement
  • Building and maintaining relationships with top tier media
  • Identifying story angles and opportunities to elevate brand
  • Leading on crisis comms and issues management

This is a fast paced role, suitable for someone with lots of energy and creativity.

This Is a 6-12 month position paying up to £70,000.  Their office is based in Liverpool Street and they operate a hybrid working model of 2-3 days in the office.  Alternatively, the role can be based in Amsterdam and annual salary is 80,000 euros. 

Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application.

 

VMA GROUP is a leading international interim, contract, temporary and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist. We are specifically focused on providing support to the communications, marketing, digital and change communities.

 

Our specialist practice areas cover: communications, corporate communications, internal communications, change communications, PR, media relations, financial communications, CSR, public affairs, investor relations, marketing, brand, digital marketing and agency services.

 

We have a reputation for providing expert consultancy services and advice, supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications, marketing, digital and change industries, supporting planning and decision-making for organisations of all shapes and sizes.

 

In the UK, VMA GROUP has offices in London, Bristol and Manchester and in Europe, VMA GROUP has offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, but we work with organisations and individuals on a global basis.

 

VMA GROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.

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