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Senior External Comms Specialist - Financial Services Sector
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Want a role where your words actually influence the conversation? This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced PR and external communications specialist to take a senior role within a respected national trade association in the financial services sector and help shape its voice, reputation and influence.
You’ll be at the heart of the organisation’s external communications finding the story, creating the narrative and turning complex industry issues, research and data into compelling campaigns, media coverage and thought leadership.
What will you be doing?
- Leading PR and external communications across trade, business and national media.
- Building strong journalist relationships and spotting opportunities to generate coverage.
- Writing everything from press releases and reactive statements to CEO commentary, speeches and thought leadership.
- Developing creative, integrated campaigns around major industry issues and organisational priorities.
- Working closely with senior leaders, helping shape messaging and preparing spokespeople for media opportunities.
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About you
- You’re an excellent writer, confident communicator and natural storyteller.
- You know what makes a story interesting and aren’t afraid to challenge a brief or find a better angle.
- You’ll have significant experience in external communications, PR, corporate communications, journalism or a similar environment, with a strong track record across:
- Media relations and generating quality coverage.
- Thought leadership and research-led content.
- Translating complex subjects into clear, engaging communications.
- Advising and working with senior stakeholders.
- Experience in financial services, professional services, business finance, a trade association or another regulated sector would be a big plus.
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In Return
- Salary of £60,000–£70,000 with hybrid working come into the office as often or little as you like.
- 28.5 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Comprehensive health-care package including dental and optical cover.
- Discounted gym membership, life insurance and income protection.
- 6% employer pension contributions.
To Apply
- Please apply online or by sending your CV to andy@prfutures.co.uk.
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