Senior Manager, PR & Communications
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £70,000 to £75,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | BH8 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Tru Talent |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3613-41668 |
Summary
Senior Manager, PR & Communications
Location: Bournemouth – Hybrid (3 days in the office)
Salary: £70,000–£75,000 per annum with a 10% bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm – Permanent
We’re looking for a talented Senior Manager, PR & Communications to lead our client’s communications strategy, enhance brand reputation, and ensure their voice is heard across media, public affairs, and industry platforms. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on strategy, leadership, and storytelling.
Key Responsibilities of the Senior Manager, PR & Communications:
• Develop and execute the PR & Communications strategy in collaboration with global and local stakeholders.
• Lead media relations, public affairs, and crisis communications, acting as a spokesperson for senior leadership.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and public affairs entities; participate in events, conferences, and webinars.
• Create high-quality content including press releases, articles, blogs, and professional statements.
• Manage PR agencies, social media, media monitoring, and campaign delivery.
• Plan and deliver media events and conferences; represent the company externally.
• Track and report on PR performance using qualitative and quantitative insights.
• Collaborate with internal departments to maintain a consistent brand voice and engage media communities.
• Handle rapid-response and crisis communications.
• Provide executive support to senior leadership in government and stakeholder engagements.
• Maintain media relations, identify trending topics, and adhere to PR strategy and plan.
Managerial Responsibilities:
• Lead, mentor, and manage the PR team, setting objectives and monitoring performance.
• Plan and delegate work, ensuring high-quality output and effective resource management.
• Propose process improvements and support communication within the team and across departments.
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members.
• Support personal development plans and foster learning and knowledge sharing within the team.
Candidate Requirements:
• 10+ years’ experience in PR & Communications, including 5+ years in a senior or managerial role.
• Strong media relations experience and confidence as a spokesperson.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills across B2B and B2C.
• Experienced in leading and mentoring teams, managing performance, and supporting development.
• Skilled at collaborating with agencies and senior stakeholders.
• Fluent English with strong MS Office skills; technology or cybersecurity experience is a plus.
• Confident translating complex topics into clear, engaging messages.
What’s in it for you as a Senior Manager, PR & Communications:
• Half-yearly performance bonus
• Private Medical Insurance
• Wellbeing allowance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Eye tests & VDU glasses
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Free on-site parking
• Free software licences
• Death in Service benefit
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