Communications & Policy Manager

Kooth plc

. Develop and deliver communications strategies for target audiences .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £45,000 - £60,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and delivering communications strategies, with a strong understanding of the policy and regulatory environment relevant to mental health. Capable of managing multiple priorities while collaborating effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

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Communications Strategy DevelopmentPolicy and Regulatory UnderstandingProject Management SkillsCrisis Communications SupportRelationship Building with Policymakers

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Hard Skills

Press Release WritingExecutive Briefing DraftingPolicy Position Paper DevelopmentInternal CommunicationsData Analysis for Insights

Soft Skills

Clear and Persuasive WritingExcellent JudgementAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaboration in Remote TeamsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsWorkflow Automation Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

DBS Check

Industry Keywords

Public AffairsMental Health PolicyCrisis CommunicationsStakeholder EngagementLegislative Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and deliver communications strategies for target audiences
Work with marketing and creative teams, external agencies and advisors
Draft press releases, talking points, executive briefings, op-eds, policy position papers and internal communications
Support crisis communications and rapid-response activity
Monitor cultural, policy, legislative and regulatory developments relevant to the business
Translate developments into actionable insights for leadership
Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, clinical leaders, campaign groups and regulators
Represent Kooth in industry coalitions, working groups and public forums
Partner with senior leadership, commercial, research and marketing teams to inform strategic decisions
Turn internal insights into compelling stories and identify barriers to growth
Lead tools and systems tracking the impact of policy and communications activity
Own internal project management tools
Work with data science colleagues on agents and workflow automation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in communications, public affairs or policy roles, or a related field
Ability to write clearly and persuasively for media, policymakers, executives and the public
Strong understanding of the policy and regulatory environment relevant to mental health
Strong project management and administrative skills
Excellent judgement and discretion
Ability to work independently under time pressure
Ability to learn quickly
Ability to work collaboratively in a remote, geographically dispersed team
Ability to manage multiple priorities
DBS check required prior to appointment

Benefits

Comp & perks

28 days of annual leave, in addition to public holidays
Pension contributions
Comprehensive AXA Health Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with 24/7 telephone mental health support and GP consultations
Life assurance providing up to four times annual salary
Flexible hybrid/remote working
Cycle to Work Scheme
Incapacity Income Protection