Communications Manager
At a glance
Manager-level Communications role at Clarionhg (Clarion External Careers). Hybrid · full-time · £59,136–£69,572 base.
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What you'll do
- Run the press office as the first contact for journalists, handling their questions and maintaining media relationships
- Tackle emerging issues quickly and protect the organisation’s reputation through careful communications
- Coordinate annual reporting, financial updates and major announcements with senior stakeholders
- Lead corporate communications projects and shape messages for organisation-wide use
What you bring
- A strong track record in corporate communications or public relations
- A clear understanding of media and strong writing and stakeholder skills
- Experience steering complex projects and managing communications that require care
- Confidence guiding senior leaders and influencing their decisions
Who this fits
This manager role suits an experienced communications professional comfortable with fast-moving media work and senior-level advice. The hybrid role is based in Camden, London, with at least three office days each week and national travel as needed. You must live in England or Wales and have UK work eligibility; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
From the employer
Location: Hybrid with London base location
Salary: £59,136 to £69,572 per annum
Hours: 36 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
This is a great opportunity to join our team, Employer of the Year Housing Heroes awards 2025 and Winner 2026 Inspiring Places to Work™ UK & Ireland
Are you an experienced communications professional with a talent for managing high-profile media relations and delivering impactful corporate communications?
We’re looking for a Communications Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and protecting our reputation, leading our press office function and delivering key corporate communications projects across the organisation.
In this varied and highly visible role, you’ll be the first point of contact for media enquiries, managing relationships with journalists and responding to issues at pace. You’ll oversee the production of major corporate reports, including annual reporting, financial updates and significant organisational announcements, working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.
The successful candidate will bring substantial experience in corporate communications or public relations, ideally within the housing, charitable or wider public-facing sectors. You’ll have a strong understanding of the media landscape, excellent writing and stakeholder management skills, and the confidence to advise and influence senior leaders. Experience managing complex projects, handling sensitive communications and developing compelling corporate narratives will be key to success.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation where your work will have a direct impact on reputation, engagement and organisational success.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building strong media relationships and have a passion for strategic communications, then we want to hear from you now!
Please review the full role profile Communications Manager and Behaviours & Mandatory Accountabilities OD level 4 before applying.
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Closing Date: Thursday 29th October 2026 at midnight.
This is a hybrid role with a base location at our offices in Camden, London. Candidates will be expected to work from the office at least 3 days per week.
Applicants must be able to travel nationally as required.
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You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment.
This vacancy may close without notice.
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