Communications Executive, F1 ACADEMY

Motorsport Network, LLC; Greater London; Híbrido; GBP 40 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Private healthcare

Dental care

Grand Prix paddock passes

Maternity/paternity leave

Staff shuttle to Biggin Hill

Snacks in office

Canteen discount

25 days annual leave

Learning and development

Merchandise discounts

Experiences discounts

Perkbox

Resumo da oferta

Formula 1 is seeking a Communications Executive for the F1 ACADEMY to support the delivery of the series’ communications strategy across media, broadcast, digital and stakeholder channels.

You will handle media relations, race weekend communications operations and stakeholder management, acting as a primary contact for drivers, teams, media and broadcasters. The role requires excellent written and verbal communication and strong organisational skills.

Qualificações

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous experience in public relations or communications, in-house or agency, is required.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Responsabilidades

• Manage day-to-day media relations, including interview requests and media enquiries.
• Draft and distribute press releases, briefing documents, media notes and quotes.
• Coordinate communications across race weekends, tests and events, managing schedules and on-site requirements.
• Prepare spokespeople and drivers for media appearances and interviews.

Conhecimentos

Written communication

Verbal communication

Public relations

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Are you ready to make your mark in the world of Formula 1?

At Formula 1, we are passionate about delivering the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle leaving a positive legacy wherever we race. Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do ever since our first Grand Prix in 1950. Now, more than 75 years on, the sport remains a pioneer, developing technologies that have made a significant impact on society beyond the track.

Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our passionate and dedicated people. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications there is always a talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.

Role Overview

The F1 ACADEMY Communications Executive supports the delivery of the series’ communications strategy across media, broadcast, digital and stakeholder channels, helping to grow awareness and strengthen engagement with key audiences.

The role supports media relations, race weekend communications operations and stakeholder management, acting as a key point of contact for drivers, teams, media and broadcasters.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day media relations, including interview requests, accreditation and media enquiries.
• Draft and distribute communications materials including press releases, briefing documents, media notes and spokesperson quotes.
• Coordinate communications activity across race weekends, tests and major events, managing schedules, media commitments and on-site requirements.
• Draft briefs to prepare and support spokespeople and drivers for media appearances, interviews, broadcast activity and public speaking engagements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media, content creators, partner communications teams and key stakeholders, identifying new opportunities to expand F1 ACADEMY's reach.
• Manage F1 ACADEMY media accreditation processes and communications tools, including the media inbox, distribution lists, press materials, templates and online resources.
• Proactively identify, pitch and develop media opportunities for F1 ACADEMY, its drivers and spokespeople.
• Manage the day-to-day delivery of the F1 ACADEMY creator engagement programme, coordinating creator access to race weekend and events and supporting content plan ideation and talent access.
• Work with the F1 ACADEMY social media, editorial, commercial and events teams to coordinate announcements and maintain consistent messaging across channels.
• Support issues management by escalating enquiries and sensitive matters promptly and coordinating responses in line with agreed communications strategies.
• Manage media rights approvals and camera permit processes for race weekends, tests and events, ensuring filming activity complies with relevant access requirements.
• Monitor media coverage, maintain reporting trackers and produce regular communications performance reports.
• Support the wider F1 Communications team when required, including with performance reporting and the delivery of major events.

What Are We Looking For

Personal Qualities

• Ability to work calmly and effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Proactive, solutions-focused and collaborative approach.
• Strong attention to detail.

Experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous experience in public relations or communications, gained in-house or at an agency, is required.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Interest in motorsport, women's sport and the media landscape.
• Understanding of media rights, accreditation and event operations is desirable.

Career Progression - Where Can You Go Next

From this position, your next step could be into the role of Senior Communications Executive

Why join the force behind the sport

Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard, and employee contributions truly make an impact. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people to play their role in accelerating the future of the sport. As a member of the F1 team, you will be able to access our amazing benefits:

• Private Healthcare scheme
• Dental Care
• 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
• A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding trains stations near to Biggin Hill
• Free healthy snacks in our offices
• Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
• 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
• Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in-house Learning and Development team
• Discount on F1 merchandise
• Discount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
• Perkbox benefit portal and more

Recruitment Fraud Warning

We only communicate with candidates through official @f1.comemail addresses. We will never contact you via personal email accounts, messaging apps, or request payment as part of our recruitment process. If you receive suspicious communication claiming to be from our talent team, please report it to [e-mail].

Division

Commercial