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Ben Mitchell: Head of Interim Communications

Ben is Head of Interim Communications and works across both Hanson Search and our sister company, The Work Crowd. A former Head of Communications, Ben now helps organisations source the very best talent for contract or interim assignments. His work spans communications, media relations, corporate affairs and more for both agencies and in-house teams.

After starting a career in journalism, Ben spent a decade and a half in media relations and corporate comms roles. He now uses his practical industry experience to help others make the next move in theirs. If you’re an organisation seeking to enhance your media and comms function with interim talent, navigate extended periods of employee leave with supporting talent, or you’re a PR professional looking for your next challenge, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Ben is always happy to share advice on the state of the interim talent market.

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  • 29.09.2025

    Senior Associate (Polish speaker) – EU Government Affairs (Biotech Sector)

    • Location: Brussels
    • Type: Permanent
    • Salary: Competitive
    • Specialism: Public Affairs, Government Relations & Policy
    About the Role Our client, a leading consultancy, is partnering with one of the world’s largest biotech companies to establish a new government affairs strategy within Europe. This role sits at the heart of a high-profile, long-term project focused on policy and regulatory issues impacting the CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation) sector. This is a unique opportunity for a Polish speaker to lead the development an...
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  • 25.09.2025

    Digital & Social Media Account Director, London (Interim)

    • Location: London (hybrid) 3 months initially
    • Type: Interim / Hybrid
    • Salary: £350-£375 PD
    • Specialism: Consumer Communications, Corporate Communications, Digital, Editorial & Content
    Join a Growing, Creative Team We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Digital & Social Media Account Director to join a leading international consultancy on an interim basis. This role is perfect for an ambitious, organised and motivated individual who thrives on delivering innovative campaigns and staying ahead of social media trends. You’ll need to be available immediately and able to spend circa 2x days per week in a central London office. In this a...
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  • 24.09.2025

    Head of Planning, 6-month fixed term contract, Oxford (Hybrid)

    • Location: Oxford (Hybrid)
    • Type: 6 Month FTC / Hybrid
    • Salary: £60,000 pro rata
    • Specialism: Digital, Editorial & Content
    About the Agency My client - a boutique, award-winning agency specialising in digital PR, social and influencer marketing - is looking for a seasoned pro to seamlessly take the reins during a period of maternity cover, ensuring continuity and leadership across their client portfolio. The Head of Planning Role As Head of Planning you’ll act as the agency’s strategic anchor, bringing clarity, rigour and commercial sharpness to everything they do. With two direct reports, yo...
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  • 17.07.2025

    Interim Global Communications Senior Manager – Renewable Energy, London / Paris / Berlin / Hamburg – European travel required

    • Location: London/Paris/Hamburg/Berlin
    • Type: Interim / Hybrid
    • Salary: £500 - £550 per day
    • Specialism: Interim, Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Editorial & Content, Sustainability and ESG
    Locations: London/Paris/Hamburg/Berlin; hybrid working. Duration: 4-month assignment initially Our brilliant client - one of the world's leading offshore wind platforms – requires immediate, experienced interim support to quarterback a number of ongoing communications projects. You’ll be a highly credible, senior-level practitioner who is entirely comfortable in international environments and adept at both external & internal communications ...
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  • 09.07.2025

    Interim Director – Corporate, London

    • Location: London
    • Type: Interim
    • Salary: £90,000 - £110,000
    • Specialism: Corporate Communications
    Our client - a brilliant, award-winning PR agency – needs a highly credible, Director-level contractor to supplement a Corporate team in growth mode. To be in the mix for this meaty 6-month assignment, you’ll need solid B2C agency credentials, a wise head and immediate availability. Working at Director level, you’ll be well-versed in providing senior counsel to big-brand, large-scale clients globally in sectors like FMCG, retail and hospitality. This is the sort of brief that ...
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  • 07.07.2025

    Interim Senior Advisor – Multi-sector, Canada

    • Location: Canada (Eastern)
    • Type: Interim / Hybrid
    • Salary: £600 - £700 / $1,100-$1,300 CAN per day
    • Specialism: Interim, Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Public Sector Communications, C-suite & Advisory, Digital, Public Affairs, Government Relations & Policy
    Join a Global Consultancy Expanding Across Eastern Canada Duration: 6-month initial term, 3/4 days per month Our client - a brilliant transformation consultancy with global reach - is in full growth mode in Canada so we are looking for a highly accomplished, super-credible professional to drive new business in the region. First & foremost, you’ll need to be based in Eastern Canada. You’ll also need a detailed understanding of - and strong ...
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  • 11.06.2025

    Interim Director of Corporate Communications | London (Hybrid)

    • Location: London (Hybrid)
    • Type: Interim
    • Salary: Competitive
    • Specialism: Interim, Corporate Communications
    Lead Strategic Communications for a Leading UK Non-Profit Our client, a respected UK non-profit organisation, is hiring an Interim Director of Corporate Communications to lead its external communications during a critical period of change. This senior interim role requires a communications leader who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery to protect and enhance the organisation’s reputation.
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  • 23.04.2025

    Account Director (Interim), Communications Agency, Fully remote

    • Location: Fully remote, 3-4 days per week
    • Type: Interim / Remote
    • Salary: £325-£350 per day
    • Specialism: Interim, Technology Communications
    Interim Account Director Our brilliant client - a small but perfectly-formed comms consultancy specialising in advising companies that transform lives with technology - is on the hunt for a savvy Account Director to step in during a busy period. This is the sort of assignment that requires a blend of strategic nous and hands-on execution, with plenty of opportunity for media engagement and managing high-profile global clients.  You’ll be equally comfortable leading client account...
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  • 14.04.2025

    Senior Event Planner (Interim), Logistics USA or Europe

    • Location: USA or Europe – regular international travel required
    • Type: Interim / Remote
    • Salary: £500PD - £600PD
    • Specialism: Interim, Operational, Events
    Our multinational client is seeking a driven, senior event planner with global expertise to spearhead a programme of strategically-important activity.   Interim Senior Event Planner Key Responsibilities In this critical role, you’ll be responsible for managing the end-to-end logistics for a range of internal & external events, ensuring seamless execution and coordinating resources effectively. You’ll need to build strong relationships with ve...
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