Strutt & Parker - Senior Communications Manager

Strutt & Parker - Senior Communications Manager London Permanent Full-Time This is an exciting opportunity to join national property consultancy Strutt & Parker at a pivotal moment in its growth journey, following significant investment and the launch of a refreshed brand identity earlier this year. Reporting to Strutt & Parker’s Head of Marketing and Client Experience and working closely with the Head of Communications across BNP Paribas Real Estate and Strutt & Parker, the Senior Communications Manager will play a central role in shaping how the business is seen and heard across media, social media and thought leadership. The successful candidate will develop and deliver strategic communications that raise Strutt & Parker’s profile, support business growth and bring the brand to life for clients and in the wider market. With a strong focus on reputation and visibility, this role will help position Strutt & Parker as the UK’s leading property consultancy. What You’ll be Doing * Act as the communications partner for Strutt & Parker’s residential business with management of London sales and lettings, including the new Brokerage model, Research and Private Client teams. * Serve as a trusted advisor to key spokespeople, building strong internal relationships and ensuring communications is understood, valued and leveraged across the business. * Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts across trade, national, international, and broadcast media to secure high-quality coverage for the brand and for clients’ instructions. * Plan and deliver impactful communications campaigns to support property launches. * Develop and execute integrated communications campaigns to promote key research reports and thought leadership initiatives. * Identify and respond to property market trends and news opportunities, positioning Strutt & Parker as an authoritative and influential voice in the media. * Create and oversee content for Strutt & Parker’s social media channels to increase reach, engagement and brand impact. * Produce high-quality written content, including press releases, thought leadership articles, SEO-focused blogs, scripts and briefing documents, ensuring consistency with our tone of voice and core messaging. * Edit and refine copy for wider marketing materials, including capability statements, award submissions and pitch documents. * Monitor, evaluate and report on media coverage and campaign performance, providing regular insight and recommendations to stakeholders. * Work closely with the wider Marketing team to ensure communications activity is aligned with and enhances broader brand and campaign activity. * Collaborate with relevant industry bodies, PR agencies and press offices, particularly on joint instructions, and with developers and housebuilders where appropriate. * Plan and support events including journalist engagement, agent workshops, and messaging for key internal conferences and business events. * Partner with internal communications colleagues to ensure key business wins, appointments and achievements are effectively shared across the wider organisation. * Develop a thorough understanding of Strutt & Parker’s Rural business and liaise with Rural communications to ensure alignment on corporate matters, content, and cross-selling opportunities within the business. * Support the Head of Communications in managing issues and crisis communications, helping to protect and enhance the firm’s reputation. * Line management of a Communications Manager. Person Specification * 3-5 years’ experience at manager level, with a strong track record in media relations. * Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to produce compelling content for a range of audiences and channels. * Demonstrable expertise across multi-channel communications, including traditional media, digital platforms and social media. * Commercially aware, with the ability to align communications activity with broader business objectives. * Confident working with senior stakeholders, with experience advising spokespeople in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. * Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.false * Experience managing or mentoring direct reports. * Experience in the residential property sector, luxury/lifestyle brands, or a related industry would be advantageous, but is not essential. Apply online through BNP Paribas Careers. Stutt & Parker and the wider BNP Paribas is passionate about building inclusive culture where everybody feels they belong and can thrive. We celebrate diversity and support all our people to reach their potential, find fulfilment at work and use all their diverse ideas and skillsets to deliver for our clients now, and every day. We are building an inclusive culture so that we offer a supportive workplace that drives innovation, creativity and results. We take discrimination very seriously as an organisation, if you want to raise any concerns of discrimination or issues, please email hr.uk@realestate.bnpparibas Our employee networks We want to make a career at Strutt & Parker a fulfilling and enriching experience for people from all backgrounds. We are committed breaking down barriers are driving positive change within our own organisation and our sector. We know that the only way to affect change is to act and we promise to take action. To find out how we are making improvements towards building a more diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, download our combined Gender & Ethnicity Pay Report. * 86% of employees feel that the company is an inclusive place to work at and supports diversity (gender, age, ethnic origins, disability, sexual orientation and identity) * 80% of employeesfeel they are treated with respect Community We know how important it is to many of our employees to be able to give back to their communities by supporting charities through volunteering and fundraising. Every member of staff has one day each year to volunteer, either through one of our events or in their local community, for a cause they are passionate about. For those raising funds, you may be eligible for BNP Paribas’ matched funding which could see your charity fundraising pot topped up. Employee Networks Everybody at Strutt & Parker has access employee networks that are open to all, and we encourage all people to collaborate and connect with each other: * MixCity- gender equality network * Ability Network- raises awareness of disability related issues * Early Careers Network- provides support to employees in the early stages of their careers, engaging them to feel more connected with the business as well as creating a sense of community * Pride- creating a supportive working environment where colleagues, customers and clients from the LGBT+ community feel safe, respected and valued by all * Multicultural- focuses on creating an inclusive environment by recognizing and celebrating the diverse cultures and traditions of our workforce * Parents & Carers- helps create an effective support infrastructure to working families J-18808-Ljbffr