Communications Manager

Organisation: Invictus UK 2027 Ltd
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum
Location: The role will be based at our London office, with some hybrid working and travel to Birmingham as required
Contract type: Fixed Term
Closing date: 11 May 2026
Job Description: About us
Invictus UK 2027 is a charity and delivery organisation for Invictus Games Birmingham 2027, taking place in July 2027 at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) and Sandwell Aquatics Centre. Founded by Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex in 2014, the Invictus Games uses adaptive sport to support the recovery of Wounded, Injured, and Sick (WIS) service personnel and veterans.

Birmingham 2027 will bring together 550 competitors from over 25 nations across 12 sports, including Archery, Athletics, Cycling, Esports, Indoor Rowing, Laser Run, Pickleball, Powerlifting, Sitting Volleyball, Swimming, Wheelchair Basketball, and Wheelchair Rugby.

The Games are about more than competition. Success is measured in every step forward, every challenge faced, every barrier overcome. Every throw, stride, and lift is a victory.

Our mission is to celebrate the unconquered spirit of WIS service personnel and veterans, deliver an outstanding Games, and create lasting social impact across Birmingham and the Midlands.
Through our Impact Programme, we will create recovery opportunities for thousands of WIS and their families, while delivering long-term benefits for Birmingham and the West Midlands.

Birmingham sits at the heart of this story, from life-saving care at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham to rehabilitation at the Defence and National Rehabilitation Centre and support at Fisher House, with many competitors returning to the place that supported them.

The role
We are looking for an experienced Communications Manager to join the Invictus UK 2027 team at the heart of one of the world’s most powerful sporting and humanitarian events.

This is a rare opportunity to shape how the Invictus Games is seen, understood, and experienced by millions globally.

Responsible for the Communications Executive, you will lead the delivery of PR, media relations, content, and social storytelling through our agency partner, ensuring every moment - from milestone announcements to Games-time stories - is delivered with impact, clarity, and authenticity.

This role is about more than communications delivery. It is about protecting, shaping, and amplifying a story of resilience, recovery, and human strength on a global stage.

This is a full-time, fixed-term role to 31 October 2027.

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
The role will be based at our London office, with some hybrid working and travel to Birmingham as required. There will be a requirement to attend the office a minimum of 3–4 days per week on appointment, increasing to 4–5 days per week from Quarter 1 next year.

Employee Benefits include:
- 30 days annual leave per annum plus public holidays
- Flexible working arrangements
- Wellbeing time

Candidate Availability Requirements
Given the short-term nature of this project, we are seeking candidates who can commence work in the near future. Unfortunately, it will be challenging to accommodate individuals with lengthy notice periods, as prompt availability is essential for the timely commencement and completion of the project.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Lead the planning and delivery of integrated communications activity across PR, media, content, and social channels
• Manage the relationship with Run Communications, ensuring delivery against agreed scope, timelines, and KPIs
• Support the 24/7 press office function, including media handling, enquiries, and crisis communications support
• Develop and deliver communications campaigns to support key milestones, including awareness, volunteer recruitment, and audience engagement
• Oversee social media strategy and delivery, including organic content, channel management, and community engagement
• Guide content creation across formats, including video, photography, and written content, ensuring consistency of tone and messaging
• Ensure alignment of messaging across all communications outputs, maintaining brand integrity and narrative consistency
• Work closely with the Marketing Manager to align communications and campaign activity, particularly across paid and owned channels
• Collaborate with the Digital Manager to ensure content is effectively delivered across digital platforms
• Support media opportunities, press events, and stakeholder announcements
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on communications performance, providing insight and recommendations
• Support the Director of Communications on strategic planning, stakeholder management, and issues management

Key Relationships
• Director of Communications – to support delivery of overall communications strategy
• Run Communications (agency partner) – to manage delivery of PR, media, content, and social activity
• Marketing Manager – to align campaigns, messaging, and audience engagement activity
• Digital Manager – to ensure effective delivery of content across digital platforms
• Communications Executive – to support delivery and coordination of activity
• Senior leadership team and wider Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 staff
• Key external stakeholders including media, partners, and suppliers

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential qualifications
• None specified
Desirable qualifications
• Degree level in Communications, PR, Marketing or related field
• Professional Qualification in PR / Communications

Experience
Essential experience
• Previous experience in a Communications Manager or Senior Communications role
• Proven track record of delivering integrated communications campaigns
• Experience managing PR or communications agencies
• Experience of media relations and press office management
• Experience of line managing junior team members
• Experience working across social media and digital content channels
Desirable experience
• Experience in events, sport, or large-scale public-facing campaigns
• Experience of crisis communications and issues management
• Experience working in a multi-stakeholder environment

Skills
Essential skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to deal effectively with people at all work levels.
• Strong understanding of PR, media relations, and content strategy
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• Confident in briefing, reviewing, and directing creative and content outputs
• Experience using media monitoring and reporting tools
• Understanding of social media platforms and content performance metrics
• Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused approach
Desirable skills
• Ability to translate strategy into clear, actionable plans
How to apply: For an informal discussion about the role please contact Ritchie Rebbeck / ritchie.rebbeck@invictusgames2027.org To apply please send a CV and covering letter to recruitment@Invictusgames2027.org. Please clearly state in the covering letter how your background, skills and experience meet the criteria set out in the Job Description and Person Specification. Please refer to https://www.invictusgames2027.org/jobs (We reserve the right to close the listing early should we receive sufficient number of candidates before the closing date) Equal Opportunities Invictus Games 2027 is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. Invictus Games 2027 is responsible for ensuring that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, gender, disability, ethnic origin, race, colour, parental or marital status, pregnancy, social or class background, nationality, religious belief, sexual preference or political belief.