Don't worry, we can still help! Below, please find related information to help you with your job search.
Vp/Svp Global Communications
Company | The Economist |
Address | New York, United States |
Employment type | FULL_TIME |
Salary | |
Category | Information Services |
Expires | 2023-08-13 |
Posted at | 10 months ago |
The Economist Group is a global media company with a long-standing reputation built on trust and rigour in both the B2C and B2B markets. Dedicated to the pursuit of progress -- for individuals, companies and the world – we have a footprint on five continents. We are in the midst of a major company transformation that sees us working together differently, launching new products, services and experiences and rolling out new brands. This is an exciting time to join and help us shape the future.
The Global Head of Communications role will be responsible for defining both our B2C and B2B external communications strategy as well as steering internal and corporate communications. With a focus on building awareness of and equity for the Group and its four core brands, you will oversee all aspects of the global communications function including key messages to external and internal audiences, crisis communications management, and executive communications. Specific to corporate matters, messaging and outreach for topics including corporate social responsibility and innovation will be a focus. You will report into the President of The Economist and have a direct relationship with all executive leaders including the CEO and Editor-in-Chief. You will lead a team of 7 as well as manage key agency partners around the globe.
We are seeking a leader with exceptional media relations experience, superior writing skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and a belief that words and ideas really do matter
How you will contribute:
- Shape the organisation’s response to current events
- Manage PR agencies and maintain relationships with key media outlets and press while continually measuring key performance indicators
- Develop an integrated communication plan that aligns with the overarching Group vision and strategy
- Work with the executive team to craft meaningful corporate messages that articulates the organisation’s value to key audiences and activates it through content narratives, thought leadership, social media, events, earned media
- Partner with our Chief Talent Officer, CEO and Head of Internal communications’ to develop an internal communication strategy focusing on increasing employee engagement
- Raise the profile of the Company and its executives by identifying and securing stories in key media as well as on industry panels
- Lead external and internal communications and oversee consistent and competitive placement for The Group in national media, trade and business press
- Ensure that the Communications team is functioning at the highest standard and as a cohesive unit
The ideal candidate brings:
- Comprehensive understanding of digital communications and how all program components (PR, social, editorial, thought leadership) fit together to create an integrated strategy
- Sound judgement, problem-solving skills and collaborative decision-making
- Rich experience staffing and prepping senior executives, as well as rapid response and issues management communications
- Advanced writing and communications skills; experience writing speeches
- Exemplifies the highest standards of integrity and professional excellence
- Resilient, persistent, optimistic, and curious
- Deep experience planning, executing and measuring global communications campaigns
- Is an advocate for equity, inclusion, and uplifting marginalised voices
- Compelling storyteller with a demonstrated ability to craft a clear narrative that has impact Outstanding presentation skills and is equally comfortable with leaders across the C-suite and business units, editorial, and product
- Passion for The Group mission
- Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to guide, develop and retain a growing team
- B2C and/or B2B experience in driving the creation and execution of complex communications plans
- Track-record securing top-tier coverage and strong relationships with consumer-facing and trade media
- Ability to balance competing priorities in a rapidly changing environment
-
Systems Analyst - Excel, Xml, Sql, Scripting
By CyberCoders At Salt Lake City, UT, United States 8 months ago
-
(Senior) Finance & Shared Services Manager
By Catholics For Choice At Washington, DC, United States 8 months ago
-
Paralegal - Probate Administration
By CyberCoders At Miami, FL, United States 8 months ago
-
Account Executive - Automotive Software
By ECW Search At United States 8 months ago
-
Construction Project Coordinator Jobs
By CyberCoders At River Falls, WI, United States 8 months ago