External Comms Marketing Manager

External Communications Manager (Contract) 📍 London (Hybrid - approx. 40% onsite) 📅 6-month contract £500 - £550 per day via Umbrella The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced External Communications Manager to join a high-performing communications team on an interim basis. This role will play a key part in delivering impactful external communications activity, helping to build awareness, strengthen engagement, and support organisational priorities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, can operate with autonomy, and is confident managing a varied and high-profile workload. Key Responsibilities Deliver external communications campaigns aligned to organisational priorities Develop engaging content, including press releases, briefings and stakeholder materials Build and maintain relationships with media, influencers, and external stakeholders Support corporate publications and key communication outputs Contribute to a reactive press office environment Identify opportunities to proactively promote key messages and stories Support senior stakeholders with external engagement, including media and events Monitor the external environment and provide insight and briefings Contribute to managing reputational risk through effective communications About You Experience in external communications, media relations or public relations Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences Confident stakeholder manager, able to build relationships and influence effectively Able to translate complex information into clear, engaging content Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities Collaborative approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team Comfortable working in a time-sensitive environment and delivering to a high standard What We're Looking For We're particularly interested in individuals who can quickly establish themselves, take ownership of their work, and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment. Additional Information Hybrid working: approximately 40% onsite in London Background checks will form part of the onboarding process