‍The Organisation

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Our client is a well-established strategic communications consultancy. They work across a range of sectors, supporting clients through complex and often high-profile situations.

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The Opportunity

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This is a senior role within a growing and ambitious practice, offering the opportunity to shape and develop crisis and issues communications capabilities. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading client work, contributing to the broader growth of the practice, and defining areas of specialism within a generalist offer.

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Main Responsibilities

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• Lead the delivery of crisis and issues communications programmes for a range of clients
• Provide senior strategic counsel on reputational risk, litigation, and high-profile issues
• Support the development and positioning of the crisis practice within the wider business
• Build strong, trusted relationships with clients and key external stakeholders
• Oversee and develop account teams, ensuring high-quality delivery
• Contribute to new business activity, including pitches and proposals
• Maintain high standards across client work, ensuring consistency and efficiency
• Mentor and support the development of junior colleagues

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Skills & Experience

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• Strong experience in crisis, issues, and/or litigation communications (essential)
• Excellent understanding of the media landscape and handling of sensitive situations
• Proven ability to advise senior stakeholders in complex environments
• Demonstrated leadership capability with a collaborative approach
• Commercial awareness, with experience supporting business development activity
• Ability to operate with sound judgement in fast-paced, high-pressure situations

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Benefits

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• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Generous leave and wellbeing support
• Structured learning and development opportunities
• Inclusive, collaborative culture with regular social and team activities

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To Apply

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To apply, please submit your CV via the link.

For more information on communications roles, contact Tasmin at tasmin@ellwoodatfield.com.

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