Are you a highly collaborative media relations professional looking for a new challenge? Do you have a keen interest in health and care research and an appreciation for the difference it can make to the lives of patients and the public?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to raise the profile of the NIHR, its people, programmes and centres of research excellence in traditional and social media. You will be part of a small NIHR corporate communications team that works closely with coordinating centre communications teams, achieving change through influencing skills rather than through a traditional hierarchical structure. You will lead the cross-centre Press Office team, supported by a senior communications officer with strong media skills, and also provide strategic input into NIHR social media channels. This is a hands-on role requiring energy, tenacity and emotional intelligence.

To explore the post further or for any enquiries you may have, please contact:

Frances Beves, NIHR Director of Communications

Telephone: +44 (0)20 3328 6741, email: frances.beves@nihr.ac.uk

Further Information

The University of Leeds is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offers a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN and holds the Bronze award. We will be happy to consider job share applications and are committed to flexible working for all our employees.

Location:      London
Faculty/Service:      Faculty of Medicine & Health
School/Institute:      NIHR CRNCC
Section:      NIHR CRN CC London Office
Category:      Professional & Managerial
Grade:      Grade 8
Salary:      £41,526 to £49,553 p.a.
plus London weighting
Working Time:      100% FTE
Post Type:      Full Time
Contract Type:      Fixed Term (until 31 March 2022)
Closing Date:      Sunday 24 November 2019
Interview Date:      To be confirmed
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