Head of Brand and Marketing (14 month contract)

Job details

Posted Tuesday 19 May 2026
Location London
Job type Contract
Discipline PR/Marketing
Reference 1999
Recruiter Name Clare Murphy

This AJ100 practice, based in Central London, is looking for a Head of Brand and Marketing (12-14months) starting next month.

This is a maternity leave cover, and will include a 2-month handover. 

Full-time postiion in the office with potentially 1 day WFH. 

You will be responsible for strategically enhancing this practice's reputation by promoting the Practice, its Projects and its People in line with the marketing strategy. You will lead the development and execution of marketing, PR and communications strategies that elevate the practice, strengthen client relationships and support long‑term commercial growth. 

Experience & Qualifications:

  • Prior experience working in a similar role within the built environment
  • Experience working in digital media
  • Prior experience liaising with external PR and other consultants
  • Knowledge and passion for architecture and the built environment

Skills & Attributes:

  • Design focussed approach; graphic design prowess essential
  • Excellent interpersonal skills. Enjoys building internal relationships and collaborating, has confidence speaking to staff and external consultants all levels
  • Working under pressure to meet tight deadlines
  • Social media management
  • Website management
  • Copy writing skills
  • Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
  • Works to a high level of accuracy and with strong attention to detail
  • Proactive, responsive, punctual and approachable
  • Initiative, ability to prioritise and work with minimal supervision
  • Problem solving ability, integrity and reliability

IT & Software:

  • Highly IT literate
  • Adobe InDesign and Photoshop are essential
  • Microsoft Office 365 essential
  • Excellent knowledge of LinkedIn is essential
  • Social media scheduling platforms
  • MailChimp
  • Google Analytics desirable