Head of Group Media and Issues (12 month FTC)

At L&G were building a better society through inclusive capitalism. As Head of Group Media and Issues youll play a pivotal role in shaping our external voice and protecting our reputation. This is a high-impact leadership role where youll work across teams to deliver bold strategic communications that reflect our values and ambitions.

What youll be doing:

• Leading the development and execution of L&Gs Group media and issues strategy
• Managing corporate and financial media relations across UK and international outlets
• Collaborating with Investor Relations and divisional teams to ensure consistent messaging
• Advising senior leaders on public-facing matters including crisis and reputation management
• Coaching spokespeople and positioning executives through thought leadership and press activity
• Tracking media sentiment and identifying emerging risks and opportunities
• Mentoring a high-performing team and managing external agencies effectively
• Ensuring communications governance and alignment with internal policies

Qualifications :

Who were looking for:

• Proven experience in PR or corporate communications within complex organisations
• Strong understanding of the media landscape and established media relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strategic planning expertise
• Ability to influence and build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
• Experience managing sensitive issues with discretion and sound judgement
• Demonstrated leadership in fostering inclusive values-driven team culture
• Commercial awareness and analytical thinking to support decision-making
• Expertise in managing complex projects including budgeting and resource allocation
• Confidence navigating ambiguity and driving change in a fast-paced environment

Whatever your role we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

• The opportunity to participate in our annual performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemes
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only)
• At least 25 days holiday plus public holidays 26 days after 2 years service. Theres also the option to buy and sell holiday
• Competitive family leave
• Participate in our electric car scheme which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only)
• There are the many discounts we offer both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online
• In 2023 some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart

Additional Information :

At L&G we believe its possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. 

If you join us youll be part of a welcoming inclusive culture with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds views and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.

We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand we accommodate requests when we can. 

It doesnt matter if you dont meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths potential and connection to our purpose. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time