Director of Strategic Communications, Policy and Influencing

City of Westminster, Westminster, UK (On-site)

£105K/yr – £115K/yrDirector/ExecutiveFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

Job Summary

A senior strategic communications leader will own Parkinson’s UK’s external voice, policy influence, and national campaigns, driving strategy, organisational change and high-impact engagement with government, NHS bodies and media.

  • Shift the organisation's voice from defensive to proactive and openly challenge healthcare bodies and policymakers
  • Translate complex data into sharp campaigns that compel a response
  • Leverage government, NHS, and tier-one media networks to set the national agenda

Job Description

Requirements

  • We are specifically looking for a senior leader with significant experience within a lobbying consultancy, public body, healthcare organisation or major charity, who can demonstrate a successful track record of driving strategy and organisational change.
  • A proven track record of shifting organisational voice from passive to proactive, planning and driving sharp uncompromising positions that constructively challenge healthcare bodies, government and the NHS.
  • Deep understanding of the UK political landscape, parliamentary dynamics, and health policy frameworks.
  • The ability to convert complex scientific, clinical and population data into sharp, high-impact campaigns that force response.
  • High-level networks across government bodies, NHS bodies and tier-one media and sound crisis management experience.
  • Exceptional communication skills, capable of drafting high-stakes briefings, keynotes, and strategic positions for a wide range of stakeholders.
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We’re Parkinson’s UK. The charity that’s here to support every Parkinson’s journey, every step of the way.We don’t wait for change, we make it happen. Campaigning for better health and care. Funding research into groundbreaking new treatments. Running life-changing support services.We’re a powerful community united by one mission: improving life with Parkinson’s.

Founded in 1969
London, England, GBR
759 employees (91 in marketing)
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Salaries

Posted range

£105K/yr – £115K/yr

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54.9%
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8.2%
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4.9%
Paid
0.4%

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Director of Strategic Communications, Policy and Influencing

Parkinson's UK · City of Westminster, Westminster, UK · On-site