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Essential
29 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems
- Experience
Demonstrable experience of working in a communications/ PR/senior journalist role preferably within a large and complex organisation
- Experience
Experience of writing excellent copy for a wide range of outlets and for a wide range of target audiences
- Experience
Demonstrated experience of managing communications projects including development, planning, implementation and evaluation
- Experience
Experience of developing brand strategies and managing relationships with design and print agencies
- Experience
Experience of successfully delivering communications strategies and implementing communications programmes
- Experience
Experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment
- Experience
Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at senior level
- Experience
Experience of managing stakeholder events, launches and campaigns
- Experience
Managing stakeholder and public affairs projects including writing and production of communications materials
- Experience
Managing stakeholder and partner relationships and engagement, and representing organisations
- Knowledge and skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge and skills
In-depth knowledge and understanding of current PR practice and theory
- Knowledge and skills
Public Affairs and stakeholder relations campaign planning, development and implementation skills
- Knowledge and skills
Ability to grasp complex issues and concepts
- Knowledge and skills
Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required
- Knowledge and skills
The ability to identify the target audience for any given issue, understand their needs and the best channels to reach them, adapting writing styles to suit and developing copy with speed and accuracy
- Knowledge and skills
Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders
- Knowledge and skills
Excellent report writing skills
- Knowledge and skills
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload
- Knowledge and skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge and skills
Ability to think creatively and to assess the merit of design work
- Knowledge and skills
Ability to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail
- Knowledge and skills
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with people at all levels
- Knowledge and skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Knowledge and skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team
- Values and behaviours
Ability to act in accordance with our values and behaviours
- Training and qualifications
Educated to Masters level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
- Training and qualifications
Evidence of continuing professional and personal development
Desirable
11 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Other
Personal experience of mental health problems
- Experience
Experience of working in mental health
- Experience
Experience of working in NHS communications
- Experience
Experience of working in higher education, science or research communications
- Knowledge and skills
Good understanding of the national government and the NHS, how it works, the issues it faces and how to communicate within it
- Knowledge and skills
Experience of communicating with diverse audiences including hard to reach groups
- Knowledge and skills
Policy design, development and implementation skills
- Training and qualifications
CIPR diploma or advanced certificate
- Training and qualifications
Prince 2 Practitioner
- Training and qualifications
Professional qualification in marketing, journalism or public relations (CIM, CAM, IPR or similar)
- Training and qualifications
Professional qualification in e-communications
Job overview
Are you passionate about making a lasting impact on the mental health of young people? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where groundbreaking work is the norm? The King’s Maudsley Partnership for Children and Young People is on a mission to revolutionise the understanding and treatment of youth mental health—and we need a communications leader like you to help us share this vital work with the world.
The King’s Maudsley Partnership brings together world-leading experts in mental health from South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and King’s College London’s Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN). This unprecedented collaboration unites the largest group of mental health scientists and clinical academics in Europe, aiming to predict, prevent, and treat mental health disorders in children both locally and globally.
Please submit an application of no longer than 500 words detailing your interest in the role and relevant experience.
Main duties of the job
As Senior Communications and Engagement Manager, you will be at the forefront of our efforts to raise the profile of this groundbreaking Partnership.
You will:
- Drive strategic communications: Develop and implement communications and engagement strategies that highlight our work, influence mental health policy, and foster public and professional support
- Lead high-impact projects: Oversee a variety of initiatives, ensuring they are delivered on time and to the highest standards. You’ll identify opportunities for growth and work with senior leaders to expand our reach
- Build strong relationships: Use your exceptional relationship-building and negotiation skills to craft compelling stories and campaigns that resonate with stakeholders, including journalists, policymakers, third-sector partners, and the community
- Navigate complex environments: Manage internal and external communications across multiple organisations, ensuring that the Partnership’s voice is consistent, clear, and impactful
What you bring:
- Versatility and expertise: A broad background in communications, with skills ranging from expert copywriting to PR and event management.
- Strategic mindset: The ability to develop and execute plans that engage diverse audiences and drive meaningful change.
- Influence and collaboration: Proven experience in working across complex, matrixed organisations, with a talent for bringing people together and aligning them with common goals
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To oversee the delivery and evaluation of communications and engagement plans that support the Partnership’s strategic objectives and build the Partnership’s reputation as a leading organisation on children and young people’s mental health, ensuring that communications and engagement activity is in line with the Trust's overall communications and engagement strategy
- To ensure that relationships with key stakeholders are maintained and proactively developed
- To oversee the development and delivery of communications and engagement plans to support clinical service development and academic research programmes, and influence children and young people mental health policy at national, regional and local level, providing leadership and expert advice, ensuring communications plans align with broader communications strategies including staff engagement and involvement programmes at both South London and Maudsley and IoPPN
- To work with senior managers to identify and develop communications campaigns to support the Partnership in meeting its strategic objectives, providing strategic advice and expertise to enable opportunities for feedback, involvement and contribution to decision-making
- To ensure that all communications materials and channels help build the Partnership’s profile and influence, that they are correctly tailored for the appropriate target audiences, including hard to reach audiences, and are in line with the Trust's overall communications strategy
- To ensure the Partnership’s brand and visual identity are protected, including supporting other staff in the correct application of corporate style guidelines, ensuring compliance and addressing inconsistencies
- Deputise for the King’s Maudsley Partnership Programme Lead where appropriate
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This advert is for King’s Maudsley Partnership Senior Communications & Engagement Manager with South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Communications manager role. The advertised salary is £66274.00 to £73496.00. The contract type is 20 months (Fixed term). The application deadline is 10 Sep 2026.
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