Head of Marketing and Communications

At HR Wallingford, we design smart, resilient solutions across the natural and built environments to help everyone live and work more sustainably with water. By harnessing research, data insights and the power of our collective expertise, we help the world to better understand the changing influence and impact of water.

We’re looking for an experienced and creative marketing leader to join our team as Head of Marketing and Communications. In this pivotal role you will shape and deliver our global marketing and communications strategy, strengthening brand visibility, reputation, and engagement across diverse sectors.

Based in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, with an option for hybrid working, you will lead an established team and oversee all aspects of marketing and communications, including brand management, digital strategy, content creation, media relations, and internal communications. You will manage budgets and resources effectively, ensuring our campaigns and initiatives deliver measurable impact and align with our strategic goals.

This is a varied and influential role with key responsibilities including:

• Development and hands-on delivery of integrated marketing and communications strategies
• Leadership of brand management and digital marketing initiatives
• Oversight of content strategy and storytelling across multiple channels
• Management of internal communications to support organisational culture and change
• Media relations and reputation management, including crisis communications
• Support for product marketing and external engagement activities

About you

To be successful, you will have:

• A degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent senior-level experience
• Proven track record in leading marketing and communications strategies at a senior level
• Expertise in brand management, digital marketing, and content strategy
• Strong experience in media relations and reputation management
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling narratives
• Experience managing budgets and delivering cost-effective campaigns

You will be a strategic and collaborative thinker with excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands. Creativity, adaptability, and strong stakeholder engagement skills are essential, along with excellent written and verbal communication.

We value diverse perspectives and welcome candidates who bring curiosity, empathy, and a commitment to continuous learning.

This role requires regular presence at our Wallingford office, so you should be within a good commutable distance. We support flexible working arrangements to help you balance professional and personal commitments.

Further information

• Download a full job description and person specification.
• Check out our exceptional benefits at hrwallingford.com/careers.
• Salary from £55,000 - £70,000 dependant on experience.
• We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer both hybrid working and flexi-time. We are also open to exploring other flexible working arrangements, including part-time.
• The closing date for applications is 2^nd March 2026

How to apply

If you are excited about this role but unsure whether you’re the right fit, we encourage you to apply. We’re also happy to answer any questions by emailing careers@hrwallingford.com

Interested? Please apply providing your CV with covering letter. 

Additional information

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HR Wallingford are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate, and work to create an inclusive culture across our business.