Bringing together people, planet, and technology, PLP Architecture drives innovation in architecture and urban design from our London hub, extending our impact through studios in Amsterdam, Tokyo, and Singapore. Our experience in design, research, and strategy is underpinned by our commitment to creating meaningful change in our cities and supported by our in-house research collaborative PLP Labs.

Our strength lies in our diversity. This diversity not only fosters creativity but reflects in our portfolio, which spans over 650 projects in 37 countries. PLP is currently designing projects across three continents and has buildings under construction in Japan, Korea, Singapore, UK, Italy, Kuwait, India and China. Notable work includes the Korean Government’s first net-zero building the National Meteorological Centre, Singapore’s biophilic luxury residential tower, Park Nova, the world’s most sustainable building The Edge in Amsterdam and the tallest tower in the City of London, 22 Bishopsgate.

Role:

Responsible for developing and executing communication strategies to enhance the organization’s reputation, strengthen media and stakeholder relationships, and ensure consistent, compelling messaging across all traditional and new communication channels.  He or she will also be involved in crisis communication matters with the leadership group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an integrated PR and Communications Strategy aligned with business goals determined by the leadership group, and brand positioning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, media outlets, influencers, and key external stakeholders.
• Responsible for the planning, drafting, and approval of press releases, media statements, speeches, Q&As, and other PR materials.
• Prepare organisation’s spokesperson for key announcements, media interviews, and public events when required.
• Design and develop creative PR campaigns and events to boost brand awareness, thought leadership, and positive share of voice across traditional and digital channels.
• Monitor media coverage, public sentiment, and issues affecting the organisation, provide insights and recommendations to the leadership group.
• Involved in issues management, response protocols, and rapid communication.
• Coordinate closely with inhouse creative teams to ensure consistent branding and imagery across all outlets, releases and PR materials.
• Coordinate with and manage external agencies.
• Manage brand presence on various social media platforms (Instagram, Linkedin, WeChat, Line).
• Manage internal comms within the organisation.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field required.
• Proven experience as a senior PR Manager, or similar senior communications role. Typically, with 7+ years in PR and at least 3-5 years in leadership.
• Demonstrated track record in designing and delivering successful PR and media campaigns across multiple channels (print, broadcast, online, social).
• Strong media relations experience, including handling high‑profile announcements and sensitive or complex issues.​

Skills:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft clear, persuasive narratives for diverse audiences.​
• Proven people leadership skills, with experience coaching and developing teams in a fast‑paced environment.​
• Solid understanding of digital and social media, analytics tools, and how to measure the impact of PR activities.​
• Software skills required:
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
  • Microsoft Word & PowerPoint, for executive comms, presentations, and strategy decks
  • Digital/social media tools – such as Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Buffer, HubSpot for scheduling and monitoring
  • Use of LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, WeChat, Line
  • Data analytics tools/platforms – such as Google Analytics, social media platform analytics, PR measurement software

About the company:

• Be part of an internationally respected studio that represents 37 nationalities and speaks 45 languages
• Great studio environment with a very friendly atmosphere to work in
• Large, international, established practice of 100+ team members
• Modern office space
• Excellent transport links in the heart of London.
• Excellent benefits package including Private Healthcare, Healthcare Cash Plan & Pension Scheme

Please send a covering letter, CV and samples of your work (maximum 10MB) to careers@plparchitecture.com and include ‘Head of Communications’ in the subject line.

All Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.

This is a full-time permanent position with benefits, based in our London office. All candidates should be eligible to work in the UK.

PLP is an equal opportunity employer.