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Head of Strategic Media and Research Communications

United Kingdom
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Lead the University's earned media strategy to strengthen national and international reputation. Develop and implement strategic communications plans, manage press office operations, and lead a high-performing media relations team. Requires senior leadership experience, reputation management skills, and proven impact measurement capabilities.

Key Highlights
Lead strategic media relations and research communications for University of Bath
Manage press office and media monitoring functions with team leadership responsibilities
Collaborate with senior leaders, academics, and international media partners
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver an ambitious media and research communications strategy that strengthens the University's profile and influence nationally and internationally
Shape integrated communications activity by working alongside communications colleagues to identify and amplify research, expertise and institutional stories that support the University's strategic priorities
Lead, coach and inspire a high-performing media relations team
Oversee the University press office and media monitoring function
Lead on sensitive and high-profile communications issues with sound judgement and professionalism
Act as a trusted adviser to university leaders on media relations, messaging and public positioning
Evaluate impact, champion innovation and continuously improve how we tell our stories
Build strong partnerships with academics, professional services colleagues and senior leaders across the University
Build relationships with media partners and communications agencies in the UK and internationally
Manage communications agency relationships and associated budgets, ensuring value for money and measurable impact
Technical Skills Required
Strategic communications planning Media relations management Reputation management Stakeholder relationship building
Benefits & Perks
Generous annual leave allowance with additional 5 discretionary days
Cycle to work scheme
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Staff discount at Team Bath gym
Discounted postgraduate tuition and language courses
LinkedIn Learning and professional development opportunities
Local discounts including free entry to Holburne Museum
Family-friendly workplace
Relocation allowance
Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan

Job Description

Head of Strategic Media and Research CommunicationsFounded 60 years ago, the University of Bath has grown into a globally respected institution. Renowned for excellence in teaching and research, it is ranked 125th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2027. The University is ranked 8th in the Guardian University rankings and 7th in the UK by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026, where it is also named Sport University of the Year.The Head of Strategic Media and Research Communications will play a pivotal part in building on our strengths as we begin to embed Bath’s new 10-year strategy, with a particular focus on global impact.
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