📍London | Hybrid | Senior Role in Strategic Communications
Director / Associate Partner – Thought Leadership & Strategic Communications
Shape the conversation. Lead with impact.
Are you a seasoned communicator with a sharp strategic mind and a passion for turning insight into influence? Ready to work at the intersection of business, innovation and society? This could be your next big move.
Our client a leading Strategic & Corporate comms consultancy is looking for a Director or Associate Partner to join a fast-growing team specialising in thought leadership and strategic communications. You’ll work with major players across financial services, tech, health and infrastructure, helping them craft campaigns that drive change and command attention.
This is a role for someone who thrives on intellectual challenge, values quality over quantity, and knows how to turn data into compelling stories.
🔍 The Role
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Lead the design and delivery of high-impact thought leadership and insight-driven campaigns.
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Act as a senior advisor to blue-chip clients, guiding messaging, positioning, and narrative development.
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Produce standout content—white papers, articles, data-led reports and more—that drives both influence and engagement.
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Collaborate with talented in-house teams and trusted external partners across research, media, and design.
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Help grow the business: pitch, present and nurture long-term client relationships.
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Mentor junior colleagues and foster a culture of excellence, creativity, and rigour.
💼 What You Bring
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10+ years’ experience in communications, marketing or journalism—at least 3 in a senior, client-facing capacity.
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Proven track record in delivering thought leadership and research-led campaigns.
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Expertise in at least two of the following sectors: finance, tech, infrastructure, health.
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Outstanding writing and editorial skills—clarity, tone and substance matter here.
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Confident, strategic thinker who’s as comfortable in a boardroom as a brainstorming session.
Bonus points if you bring:
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Data and market research fluency
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Design or creative direction know-how
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Digital marketing / SEO experience
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Media or public affairs exposure
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International campaign expertise
🚀 What’s On Offer
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A high-trust, collaborative environment where ideas win
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Projects that matter—with influential clients and visible outcomes
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Genuine opportunities for progression and leadership development
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A competitive salary and a flexible, hybrid working setup
Sound like your kind of challenge?
If you're ready to lead bold thinking and drive meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.