UK Parliament / MPs (w4mp)

Head of External Communications - The Electoral Commission

London £71,618 - £80,000 Closing Date: 23 November 2026 Permanent
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Lead external communications for the Electoral Commission.

Salary
£71,618 - £80,000
Working Pattern
Full-time
Location
London
Closing Date
23 November 2026
Qualifications & Related Pathways
Degree in Communications or Journalism Desirable
"Degree in Communications or Journalism" — Job Specification
Experience Required
Experience Leading External Communications Functions Essential
"Experience Leading External Communications Functions" — Job Specification
Key Skills
Strong Media Handling and Reputation Management Expertise Desirable
"Strong Media Handling and Reputation Management Expertise"
Requisition Details
  • Job ID: #9848
  • Employer: UK Parliament / MPs (w4mp)
  • Location: London
  • Closing Date: 23 November 2026
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Last Verified: 2026-11-13
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