Chief Exec Communications Strategist

Kyriba; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in financial solutions is seeking an experienced Head of CEO and Exec Communications in the UK. This role, reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, focuses on developing strategies to enhance the CEO's influence as a thought leader in finance and liquidity. Candidates should possess a strong background in communications, particularly at a senior level, with excellent writing and strategic skills. The role includes crafting speeches, managing media relations, and executing social media strategies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications at a senior level, CEO/executive communication experience preferred.
• Strong track record writing executive speeches, talking points, op-eds, etc.
• Excellent judgment and strategic thinking skills.
• Experience managing executive social media presence.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work quickly.
• Strong relationships with UK, US, German and French business, political, and media contacts.

Responsibilities

• Craft impactful speeches, talking points, and op-eds.
• Prepare the CEO for high-profile external engagements.
• Build productive relationships with target media contacts.
• Develop and execute a social media strategy for the CEO.
• Manage PR agencies and partners.
• Write clear, persuasive communications for employees.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Executive communication

Writing skills

Strategic thinking

Public relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or related field

Job description

A global leader in financial solutions is seeking an experienced Head of CEO and Exec Communications in the UK. This role, reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, focuses on developing strategies to enhance the CEO's influence as a thought leader in finance and liquidity. Candidates should possess a strong background in communications, particularly at a senior level, with excellent writing and strategic skills. The role includes crafting speeches, managing media relations, and executing social media strategies.