Zoe Paxton

Zoe Paxton is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in both public and private sectors. Currently serving as the Director of Communications at Imperial College London since February 2022, Zoe has previously held significant roles such as Director of Communications at the United Nations OCHA and Deputy Director of Communications at the Department for International Development (DFID). Additional experience includes positions as Head of News and Press Secretary to the Secretary of State for International Development, Chief Press Officer at The Cabinet Office, and Senior Press Officer at The Home Office. Early career experiences include journalism roles at The Times and Financial Times. Zoe holds a Postgraduate Degree in Journalism from City, University of London and a BA (Hons) in English Literature from UCL.