Head of Communications job description

Key responsibilities

While the job title's responsibilities can vary depending on the company and industry, the core responsibilities usually include:

• Engage external and internal audiences through clear and consistent messaging
• Manage a team of communications specialists to execute campaigns 
• Nurture, build and influence relationships with PR agencies, journalists and media outlets to identify opportunities
• Work collaboratively with marketing, legal and HR to ensure aligned external and internal communications strategies
• Develop strategies for crisis management and identify and advise senior leaders on any communications issues that arise

Skills and requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience on their CV:

• 10+ years of experience in a communications and/or marketing role
• Track record in leading communications teams to execute external and internal comms strategies
• The ability to implement and manage communications processes across different channels
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing communications strategies aligned with business goals
• Understanding of how to target audiences across a wide range of platforms, including social media, print, video and audio