Communications Manager – Southwest region (France) (f / m / d)

Thinkproject; Lyon; Hybride; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading technology company is seeking a Regional Communications Manager in Lyon to enhance brand visibility and thought leadership. The role involves shaping local narratives, leading external communications, and driving audience engagement. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in B2B communications, with fluency in French and English. Flexible working arrangements and continuous learning opportunities are provided.

Prestations

Lunch 'n' Learn Sessions

Women's Network

Free English Lessons

Hybrid working

Unlimited learning

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications, PR, or brand management, ideally in B2B or technology.
• Fluent in French and English.
• Strong project management skills with cross-functional work experience.

Responsabilités

• Drive brand awareness and recognition with regional audiences.
• Lead external communications across media and digital channels.
• Grow and engage audiences via owned media.

Connaissances

Storytelling

Content Creation

Media Relations

Social Media Management

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field

Description du poste

Overview

Introducing Thinkproject Platform

Pioneering a new era and offering a cohesive alternative to the fragmented landscape of construction software, Thinkproject seamlessly integrates the most extensive portfolio of mature solutions with an innovative platform, providing unparalleled features, integrations, user experiences, and synergies.

By combining information management expertise and in-depth knowledge of the building, infrastructure, and energy industries, Thinkproject empowers customers to efficiently deliver, operate, regenerate, and dispose of their built assets across their entire lifecycle through a Connected Data Ecosystem.

What your day will look like

As Regional Communications Manager, you will be responsible for driving Thinkproject’s reputation, visibility, and thought leadership within your region. You will shape how our brand is perceived by external audiences, translating our global narrative into locally relevant stories that resonate with customers, partners, and stakeholders.

Working closely with Product Marketing Managers (who lead messaging and product value storytelling) and Campaign Managers (who focus on demand generation), you will own the public-facing voice of Thinkproject in the region. Your work will build long-term brand recognition and trust while complementing global communications strategy with regional priorities. You’ll also closely engage with other global functions (product marketing, events, internal comms) and align closely with the local sales team, ensuring our messaging is deeply rooted in market insight and customer relevance.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities

1. 1. Brand Awareness & Thought Leadership
   • Drive brand awareness and recognition with regional target audiences.
   • Translate the global brand narrative into regional relevance, incorporating local stories, customer evidence, and proof points.
   • Ensure regional communications remain aligned with global guidelines and local priorities.
2. 2. External Communication & Editorial Planning
   • Lead all external communications across media, owned digital channels, and industry platforms in the region.
   • Create and own the regional communication and editorial plan covering news, achievements, thought leadership, and knowledge content.
   • Localize corporate narratives into regional languages and cultural contexts.
3. 3. Owned Media & Social Presence
   • Grow and engage audiences via owned organic channels.
   • Launch and manage the regional newsletter, driving followership and engagement.
   • Own the regional videocast / podcast series, from content planning to promotion.
4. 4. Media, Influencers & Partnerships
   • Identify and engage regional influencers to create amplification opportunities.
   • Build partnerships with regional media and industry associations, securing coverage and speaking slots.
   • Support speaker engagements at third-party conferences, including customer participation.
   • Secure public awards and recognitions for Thinkproject and its customers.
5. 5. Executive & Employee Advocacy
   • Elevate the profiles of regional executives through social media, bylines, and media exposure.
   • Collaborate with Internal Communications to deliver employee advocacy programs, guiding employees on leveraging LinkedIn and other channels.
6. 6. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Alignment
   • Partner with Product Marketing Managers to source content and amplify campaign themes.
   • Align with Campaign Managers to ensure communication efforts support demand generation.
   • Share best practices with global comms teams for consistency and knowledge exchange.
7. 7. Performance Tracking & Innovation
   • Regularly report on communications performance with data-driven insights.
   • Use AI and productivity tools to enhance content creation and planning.
   • Experiment with new formats and tactics to maximize engagement and visibility.

What you need to fulfill the role

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
• Proven experience in communications, PR, or brand management, ideally in B2B or technology industries.
• Proven track record of successfully raising the profile and awareness of a B2B brand in France, indicated by measurable outcomes
• Strong skills in storytelling, content creation, and media relations.
• Native French language proficiency, Fluency in English.
• Experience managing social media channels and digital communication campaigns.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Comfortable using AI tools and adopting new digital communication technologies.

What we offer

Lunch 'n' Learn Sessions I Women\'s Network I LGBTQIA+ Network I Coffee Chat Roulette I Free English Lessons I Thinkproject Academy I Social Events I Volunteering Activities I Open Forum with Leadership Team (Tp Café) I Hybrid working I Unlimited learning

We are a passionate bunch here. To join Thinkproject is to shape what our company becomes. We take feedback from our staff very seriously and give them the tools they need to help us create our fantastic culture of mutual respect. We believe that investing in our staff is crucial to the success of our business.