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Aspiring Director to lead Tech PR Practice

Salary: £ Dependant on experience

Ref: CCt4w

Are you a driven Senior Account Director or Associate Director looking for the next step and a new challenge? Our client is an award winning, forward thinking independant PR consultancy looking for such a self-starter to head up their technology division as they move into a new phase of growth and development.  You will be heading up a young team with innovative thinking patterns and work with an established, wide ranging client portfolio of leading brands across networking, storage, security, entertprise sodtware and consumer tech products - you will have the desire, understanding and ability to counsel clients strategically.

You will be responsible for day to day direction, supervision and hands on management of the division and you will be expected to move swiftly into a position of authority and trust; drawing from the expertise of the team and working with the companies robust professional development programme to get the best from your people.  You will have P&L accountability and will play an active role in business development.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced PR professional to lead a practice within a respected, successful consultancy renowned for their fresh ideas, challenging thinking and entrepreneurial culture.  A strong tech/IT background is desired - alternatively you may have good B2B experience with previous exposure to tech clients.

To apply for this role, recommend someone suitable or to discuss other opportunities with f1 recruitment LLP please contact Caroline Cookson at caroline@f1recruitment.com - all emails are dealt with in the strictest confidence.

About f1 recruitment LLP - based in Soho, established since 2004.  Our Partners have over 70 years recruitment experience between them and have worked together successfully before.  We are a boutique consultancy that works relentlessly hard for our candidates - many of whom come to us through recommendation (70%+) - and our clients.  We work with graduates & college leavers through to Director level candidates & opportunities.

We work across the whole marketing and communications mix: PR, internal comms, events / experiential, sponsorship, digital & online, promotions, integrated marcomms, marketing & sports.  Please view our website for a more detailed description of our services www.f1recruitment.com

Internal Communications Manager, National Research Body

41-45K (including London allowance) - London, UK

Internal Communications - Public Sector

Ref:  TC3149TW

The Medical Research Council (MRC) is a publicly funded organisation dedicated to improving health through world-class medical research. Working closely with the NHS and UK Health Departments, they support an entire spectrum of medical sciences within their own units and institutes based in universities and hospitals throughout Africa and the UK.

Consequently, the MRC has a wide range of internal stakeholders to support, including grant holders, advisory groups and scientific boards, as well as local, regional and internationally based staff. In order to raise the quality of communications between these groups, the MRC have recently created the role of Internal Communications Manager.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Communications, the postholder will be expected to:

• make a significant contribution towards the production of an internal communications strategy
• be responsible for the provision of general and project specific communications advice to internal stakeholders
• ensure that best practice and consistency are maintained through the creation, development and delivery of appropriate communication materials, channels, processes and a network of cross-organisational contacts and advocates.

Your Profile

A motivated and proactive self starter, you will:

• come from a strong stakeholder communications background, preferably from the health or medical sectors
• have a proven track record in disseminating complex information and developing this into clear messages, strategies and programmes
• possess excellent writing, editing and presentations skills, as well as an ability to successfully manage a number of projects simultaneously to tight timescales.

This challenging role offers an excellent opportunity to establish a brand new internal communications function in a complex and unique organisation.

To apply, please email your CV (including current salary details) in complete confidence quoting reference TC3149TW to Tracey Crawford at tcrawford@vmagroup.co.uk or call 020 7436 4243 for further information.

All direct and third party applications will be forwarded to VMA Group.

Internal Communications Assistant – Energy

£45-52k, London

Internal Communications

Ref:  DC2824TW

One of theUK’s largest energy companies is looking for an experienced internal communications manager to develop, deliver and evaluate effective communications with employees within its energy branch.

You will be responsible for the design and implementation of a communications plan in line with the corporate iC strategy, in order to effectively deliver messages to employees across 5 locations in the UK. The role is stand alone within the business unit, so the successful applicant will need to have a good mix of strategic and tactical skills; as well as the gravitas to work with senior management at a consultative level.

You will have significant experience of working strategically in an internal communications role within a complex company; and will be able to demonstrate a track record of delivery.

To apply for this role or other opportunities with VMA Group, please email your CV in complete confidence quoting reference number DC2824TW to dchasemore@vmagroup.co.uk or visit our website on www.vmagroup.co.uk.

Internal Communications Business Partner

£35k + London Allowance + Benefits - London, UK

Public Sector, Transport

Ref:  TC3336TW

This well known Transportation company requires a proactive internal communications specialist to work in close partnership with it’s corporate functions. They will be responsible for developing and delivering an integrated internal communications programme, aligned with the corporate strategy. Previous communications experience is desirable but it does not necessarily have to be within an internal function. However applicants will demonstrate a positive, can do attitude and possess excellent project management experience working to tight deadlines within a complex and sensitive environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to work at senior management level and who really wants to make an impact on the direction of the organisation.

To apply for this role or other opportunities with VMA Group, please email your CV (including current package details) in complete confidence quoting reference number TC3336TW to tcrawford@vmagroup.co.uk or visit our website on www.vmaguop.co.uk.

General Manager, Internal Communications (Surrey)

£56k package plus benefits - Surrey, UK

Internal Communications - Public Sector

Ref: TC3330TW

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Internal Communications Manager to make their mark at one of the leading Healthcare groups in the UK, delivering a range of services through its national network of independent hospitals and other operating divisions. You will be expected to take responsibility for delivering internal communications change projects and strategy to over 9,000 employees.

Responsibilities will include:

• Management of internal communication channels
• Measuring effectiveness through an annual Internal Communications audit and an employee opinions survey
• Developing innovative approaches to communicating business strategy and key initiatives such as industry regulations, pay & reward.
• Providing a consultancy service up to senior management level.

To be considered for this role you will have the following credentials:

• Solid Internal Communications background, preferably at a large Blue Chip company.
• Strong people and project management skills, preferably within a change environment.
• A proactive player, with drive, energy and enthusiasm.

In return, our client is offering an excellent package in the region of £50K+ there is also a generous benefits package on offer and excellent career progression opportunities. 

If you are interested in this role, please don’t delay, call 020 7436 47243 or email Tracey Crawford on tcrawford@vmagroup.co.uk

To apply for this role or other opportunities with VMA Group, please email your CV (including current package details) in complete confidence quoting reference number TC3330TW to tcrawford@vmagroup.co.uk or visit our website on http://www.vmagroup.co.uk.

Editor, Global Channel, Oil and Gas

£40k - £45k - London, UK

Ref: DC3169TW

This global energy company is looking for a talented writer with experience of journalism or writing for large publications to take charge of the production of their largest written internal channel.

Working alongside the internal communications team, you will be responsible for making sure the global audience always finds this channel interesting and informative, by selecting and writing stories from across the business, and presenting them in an appropriate way.

You will have superb writing and editing skills and have experience of running a major channel, as well as being a superb networker.

To apply for this role or other opportunities with VMA Group, please email your CV (including current package details) in complete confidence quoting reference number DC3169TW to dchasemore@vmagroup.co.uk or visit our website on www.vmagroup.co.uk.

VMA Group is one of the UK's leading Executive Search and Selection companies specialising in internal and corporate communications.

We are currently working on several internal communications assignments, both senior and junior levels - for further information as to how we can help you to find the ideal candidate or if you wish to discuss wider career opportunities please contact David Broome or Dan Chasemore on 020 7436 4243 or visit our website at www.vmagroup.co.uk.

Internal Communications Speechwriter, Financial Services – VMA Group

Location: London

Salary range: £40,000 - £50,000

Job description:

This global retail bank is looking for a talented speechwriter to work with the senior figures of the bank at group level on internal speeches.

You will be responsible for working with the group speechwriter to research and write speeches on a number of diverse global themes.

You will have excellent writing skills, and will have a good understanding of business, and economic issues involving the world economy.

To apply for this role or other opportunities with VMA Group, please email your CV (including current package details) in complete confidence quoting reference number DC3247TW to dchasemore@vmagroup.co.uk">dchasemore@vmagroup.co.uk or visit our website on www.vmagroup.co.uk.

PR Adviser, International Accounting Organisation

up to £40,000 - London, UK

TC3158TW

This international accounting organisation requires a PR Advisor to proactively shape its media profile. They will need to command the confidence of internal and external audiences and be a credible source of information.

This terrific opportunity will enable a communicator with an interest in finance or accounting to take a step up into a prominent and influential role.

To apply for this role or other opportunities with VMA Group, please email your CV to Tracey Crawford in complete confidence quoting the above reference number, tcrawford@vmagroup.co.uk.

VMA Group is one of the UK's leading Executive Search and Selection companies specialising in internal and corporate communications.

Account Director, Travel PR

up to £40,000 - London, UK

CW3185TW

The Travel PR team is part of the public relations division within this highly successful agency. The team delivers a range of corporate and consumer PR programmes for leading companies within the travel industry. As an Account Director you will need a thorough understanding of the travel industry preferably gained within a PR agency. You maybe a senior account manager looking for a promotion or a junior AD wanting a change.

To apply for this role or other opportunities with VMA Group, please email your CV in complete confidence quoting the above reference number to mail@vmagroup.co.uk.

VMA Group is one of the UK's leading Executive Search and Selection companies specialising in internal and corporate communications.

PR Manager

£35,000 - London, UK

CW3151TW

Global academic publishing company with offices in London, Los Angeles, Singapore and New Delhi. As part of the company’s rapid growth it is recognised that there is a need for a strong PR professional to manage the corporate communications. Based in London, this role will be focused on the Company’s EMEA markets whilst ensuring the corporate and global branding, and positioning is managed within the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivery of the London PR strategy and campaigns with all key audiences. This role will also actively contribute to the on-going development of the communications strategy for the Group. The successful candidate will need a proven track record in corporate communications and PR either gained in house or within a PR agency. Experience of working in the publishing sector and/or higher education sector is desirable and exposure to academic environments would be a beneficial.

To apply for this role or other opportunities with VMA Group, please email your CV in complete confidence quoting the above reference number to mail@vmagroup.co.uk.

VMA Group is one of the UK's leading Executive Search and Selection companies specialising in internal and corporate communications.