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Head of Marketing and Communications, HERITAGE OF LONDON TRUST
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Head of Marketing and Communications, HERITAGE OF LONDON TRUST
Head of Marketing and Communications
Report to: Director
Salary: £50 - £55k per annum depending on experience
Full time
Are you a confident and experienced marketing expert ready to make a real impact?
We are looking for a Head of Marketing and Communications to evolve and lead our marketing function at an exciting stage of growth.
Heritage of London Trust is a charity with an outstanding reputation for innovative heritage projects, involving communities all over the city. We have thirty restoration projects on the go at any time and have recently taken on the restoration of David Bowie’s childhood home in south London, due to open in late 2027. Proud Places is our groundbreaking engagement programme which has reached over 10,000 young people in five years. In September 2026 we will open our Proud Places Hub next to the Barbican, running creative workshops and programmes for young people.
HOLT is entering a defining chapter and we would love you to become part of it. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in a creative and forward-thinking organisation.
We are looking for someone with vision and practical skills who can help deliver a marketing strategy that amplifies our work and brings it to life, drives engagement and brings in new opportunities across the city.
The role will include the full marketing mix to promote HOLT’s projects and initiatives including Bowie’s House leading up to its opening date and beyond. This will include digital communications, writing copy and creating new partnerships. Your work will build HOLT’s profile and appeal. It will be central in supporting fundraising and you’ll be working closely with the Director and Board of Trustees as well as a wide range of stakeholders.
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You’ll need to understand brand development, be able to juggle multiple projects at a time and have strong design awareness.
You will work alongside a small dynamic team in high quality co-working offices in Victoria. The role is hybrid with work in the office 3 days a week or out and about across London. Please get in touch if you require any further information.
Key responsibilities:
Lead brand, marketing and communications to raise awareness and enhance the charity’s work. Develop compelling messaging tailored to diverse audiences across various channels, including digital, print, and events. Manage the creation and delivery of content and marketing materials that reflects our values and impact. Manage digital marketing, including website and social and oversee design. Build and maintain relationships with media, partners and stakeholders to maximise visibility. Evaluate performance and outcomes of marketing and communications activities, contribute to wider impact assessment of HOLT.
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Essential skills:
Proven experience in marketing, brand and communications functions. Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with a focus on measurable outcomes. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Proficiency with digital marketing tools, social media platforms and analytics software. Organisational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Good attention to detail, analytical and results-oriented Creative flair, including ideally design skills, photography and videography. A deep interest and enthusiasm for London’s arts and culture. Open-minded, inclusive, warm and positive with a commitment to our mission and values.
Application deadline: 5 pm on 3 July 2026.
Please apply with the information below:
Your CV and cover letter as PDFs When you would be available to start Where you are based
Please note that we will not consider any applications without the above information. If you have any questions about the role please feel free to contact us on 020 7099 0559 or info@heritageoflondon.org and we will arrange a phone call.
Heritage of London Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We embrace the diversity of the communities we work in and welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
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