Lead – Strategic Communications (Corporate & Consumer)
Cancer Research UK (CRUK)
Job Description
Lead – Strategic Communications(Corporate & Consumer)
£63,000 - £65,000per annumplus benefits
Contract: 12-month Fixed Term Contract
Closing date: 13thSeptember 2026
Recruitment Process: Two-stage competency-based interview process
Interviews: First stage remote, second stage in person
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
We’re looking for an exceptional communications leader tojoin our Strategic Communications & Campaignsteam, andlead our Corporate & Consumercommunications function. Leading a team of six communications professionals,you’llhelp shape how CRUK engages audiences, builds brand relevance, supportsfundraisingand protectsits reputation through impactful, insight-led communications.
What will I be doing?
Lead CRUK’s Corporate & Consumercommunications function, ensuring alignment withorganisationalpriorities, brandstrategyand narrative.
Oversee integrated, multi-channel communications campaigns that support fundraising, partnerships, trading,eventsand brand-buildingobjectives.
Drive a unified approach to campaign planning across national and regional PRactivity.
Lead corporate communications including CEO communications, employer brand, EDIcommunicationsand Annual Report & Accounts activity.
Provide strategic leadership on crisis communications, issues management and reputational risk.
Manage and develop a team of six, creating a collaborative,inclusiveand high-performing culture.
What are we looking for?
Extensive senior-level communications experience.
Proven success delivering integrated PR campaigns and multi-channel communications strategies.
Experience using audience insight,dataand evaluation to inform decision making.
Expertise incrisis communications, issues management and reputation protection.
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
Experience managing teams,budgetsand external agencies.
Ourorganisationvalues are designed toguideall that we do.
Act with ambition,courageand determination
Credible: Act with rigourand professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing andprovidea generous benefits package, career developmentopportunitiesand high-quality tools.
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