Communications Manager

Ocean Technologies Group; London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Communications Manager to lead internal and external communications. In this pivotal role, you will craft engaging messaging that aligns with the company's vision and values, enhancing its reputation across the maritime sector. Responsibilities include developing communication strategies, managing corporate messaging, and supporting employer branding initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in communications, excellent storytelling skills, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing organization.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Matching pension contribution up to 5%

BUPA cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Life assurance

Remote working environment

Internal mobility opportunities

Referral fee for new hires

Culture of continuous development

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in internal and external communications.
• Proven ability to translate business priorities into audience-focused strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communications strategies for employee engagement.
• Manage press releases and corporate announcements to enhance public image.

Skills

Storytelling

Writing

Editing

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Media Relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Content Management Systems

Digital Communication Tools

Slack

Teams

Job description

Communications Manager

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: UK- London

Reporting To: Alex Mangan

Description

Discover Lloyds Register Maritime: Today Lloyds Register Maritime are a leading provider of classification and compliance services to the marine and offshore industries, helping their clients design, construct, operate, extend and decommission their assets safely and in line with environmental expectations.

In the drive for efficiency, sustainability and resilience in the ocean economy, their technical and business advisory services enable businesses to reach their full potential and achieve a competitive edge – now and into the future. They offer their clients advice, support and solutions during every stage of the asset lifecycle across the maritime value chain.

As humanity faces some of its greatest challenges, including population growth, climate change, and rapid technological developments, there is an urgent need to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. In this pivotal race, the ocean is a vital resource that plays a crucial role in meeting these challenges.

Founded in 2010, OneOcean is a digital solutions platform providing a seamless connection to unite the digital journey between ship and shore.

The company joined the Lloyd’s Register Group in 2022 and is now one of the leading maritime software providers with over 500 employees. The tool which provides real-time navigation, performance and compliance insight, is currently used on over 22,000 ships.

In January 2025, Lloyd's Register will complete an acquisition of Ocean Technologies Group from Oakley Capital. Ocean Technologies Group is a leader in the maritime industry, providing essential human capital management, training compliance, operational, and HR software to over 1,000 shipowners and operators and over a million seafarers worldwide. This acquisition will enable Lloyds Register to offer OTG advanced solutions across a combined fleet of over 30,000 vessels.

Navigating the position: Communication Manager

The Communications Manager is responsible for developing and delivering both internal and external communications for Ocean Technologies Group (OTG) and OneOcean. This role ensures employees, stakeholders, and external audiences receive clear, engaging, and consistent messaging aligned with the company’s vision, values, and strategic goals. The role will drive internal engagement, support employer branding, and manage corporate communications to enhance OTG and OneOcean’s reputation.

Your Voyage Ahead:

• Develop and execute an internal communications strategy to ensure employees are informed and engaged.
• Craft and manage executive communications, including leadership messages, announcements, and presentations.
• Drive communication of HR programs, cultural initiatives, and business updates.
• Manage internal communication platforms, including intranet, newsletters, and digital collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Teams).
• Organise and manage company-wide events, town halls, and engagement campaigns.
• Measure the effectiveness of internal communications through surveys, feedback mechanisms, and analytics.

• Develop and oversee external communication strategies to enhance OTG and OneOcean’s public image.
• Manage press releases, media relations, and corporate announcements in collaboration with PR agencies.
• Work closely with Marketing to ensure consistent branding and messaging across internal and external channels.
• Support employer branding initiatives to attract and retain top talent.
• Act as a key contact for external communication requests, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

• Support leadership with change management communications during periods of transformation, M&A activity, or restructuring.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans, ensuring clear, timely, and consistent messaging.
• Provide strategic advice on sensitive communication topics and key company announcements.

Recommended to bring on board:

Educational Attainment:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.

Professional Background:

• Extensive experience in internal and external communications, employee engagement, or corporate communications.
• Experience in a global, fast-paced, and multi-location organisation.
• Proven ability to translate business and HR priorities into compelling, audience-focused communication strategies. Strong experience managing corporate messaging, PR initiatives, and employer branding.

Expected Areas of Competence:

• Excellent storytelling, writing, and editing skills, with a strong grasp of tone and messaging.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work effectively with senior leadership.
• Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience with media relations, press releases, and crisis communication strategies.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, content management systems, and digital communication tools.

Navigating Life with LR: Unveil a Treasure Trove of Benefits:

• Private medical insurance
• Matching pension contribution up to 5%
• BUPA cash plan (to fund out of pocket medical costs) and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Life assurance

Further Benefits:

• We operate a remote working environment where we fully support remote working.
• We enable internal mobility by posting all vacancies on our internal job board and encourage all Oceaneers to make their next move within OTG.
• We offer a referral fee to Oceaneers who refer new Oceaneers that subsequently join OTG.
• We provide a culture of continuous development and growth.