Job Details
Posted 28 July, 2026
Job Id: 629618
Business Support Manager – Communications Office
Job Description
This is a high profile role sitting at the centre of the Communications, Marketing and Corporate Affairs function, acting as a trusted partner to the CCO and ensuring priorities, governance and operational activities run smoothly.
We are particularly interested in candidates who have progressed from a senior Executive Assistant or Executive Business Partner background into a broader business management, operations or chief of staff style role.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide proactive support to the Chief Communications Officer, ensuring priorities, actions and decisions are effectively managed.
- Prepare high quality briefings, presentations, reports and stakeholder communications.
- Support planning, governance and reporting activities across the function.
- Line manage the CCO’s Executive Assistant and help maintain a high quality support model.
- Coordinate operational processes including budgets, approvals, sponsorships and reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement across processes, governance and ways of working.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure effective delivery of key initiatives.
About You
- 5+ years’ experience supporting senior leaders at Executive or C Suite level.
- Experience in a Business Manager, Executive Business Partner, Senior Executive Assistant or similar role.
- Excellent written communication and drafting skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Experience supporting governance, planning, reporting or committee processes.
- Confident working with senior stakeholders and handling sensitive information.
- Strong Microsoft Office and SharePoint skills.
Desirable
- Experience supporting Communications, Marketing or Corporate Affairs functions.
- Experience managing or overseeing Executive Assistants within a shared support model.
- Background within life sciences, research, healthcare, charity or other knowledge led environments.
- Degree educated or equivalent experience.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a purpose driven organisation and work closely with a senior executive in a role that combines strategic support, operational oversight and leadership responsibility.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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