Senior PR Manager (Europe)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior PR Manager to lead and develop European public relations strategy for a highly regarded international law firm. Based in London, this is a high-impact role working closely with senior leadership to enhance market profile, strengthen media presence and support ambitious growth objectives.

The Role

You will drive strategic communications initiatives across the UK and Europe, building relationships with key media contacts, promoting market-leading work and positioning senior stakeholders as thought leaders within their sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an integrated PR and communications strategy across European markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with legal, business and industry media.
• Manage media enquiries, reputation management issues and high-profile communications activity.
• Create compelling content including press releases, media briefings, thought leadership and external communications.
• Promote significant deals, matters and client successes through targeted PR campaigns.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, business development and leadership teams to maximise profile-raising opportunities.
• Manage external agency relationships and measure campaign effectiveness.

About You

• 5+ years' experience in public relations, external communications or media relations, ideally within professional services or a complex corporate environment.
• Strong network of UK media contacts and understanding of the media landscape.
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling abilities.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders and managing sensitive communications matters.
• Highly organised, commercially aware and confident operating in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

What's on Offer?

• High-profile, strategic communications role
• Significant exposure to senior leadership and key stakeholders
• Opportunity to shape brand reputation across Europe
• Collaborative, international and fast-growing environment
• Excellent career development prospects

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

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