Communications Specialist

Infor; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Infor is seeking a Communications Specialist in Farnborough, UK to enhance brand awareness across the EMEA region. This role focuses on public relations, requiring strong relationships with journalists and translating technical topics into clear narratives.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of PR experience, excellent writing skills, and an analytical mindset. Proficiency in German is preferred. Join Infor to play a key role in shaping their brand voice!

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in PR or communications.
• Demonstrated experience securing earned media.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute regional PR initiatives to enhance brand awareness.
• Build and maintain relationships with regional reporters.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to support campaigns.

Skills

Public relations

Strong writing and storytelling skills

Analytical mindset

Relationship building

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Description

The Communications Specialist role is responsible for enhancing Infor’s brand awareness across the EMEA region, with a primary focus on public relations. The position centers on securing high quality earned media coverage by cultivating strong relationships with regional reporters and key publications, and by translating complex, technical topics into clear and engaging narratives. Working closely with senior leaders, marketing partners, and external PR agencies, the role plays a key part in shaping and amplifying Infor’s voice across the region.

Typical Day in the Life Includes

• Execute regional PR initiatives across EMEA with a primary focus on earned media and brand awareness
• Build and maintain relationships with reporters and publications across the EMEA region to secure media opportunities
• Engage with senior leaders to identify, shape, and elevate technical and industry stories for press coverage
• Develop creative PR approaches to make complex technology topics relevant and appealing to external audiences
• Collaborate with regional marketing teams to support industry and regional campaigns
• Manage and coordinate work with external PR agencies to ensure consistent messaging and delivery
• Track, measure, and report on PR activities and performance metrics in partnership with agencies
• Ensure all communications activities align with Infor and Koch policies and standards

Basic Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in PR or communications (agency and/or in house)
• Demonstrated experience securing earned media through established press relationships
• Ability to work directly with senior leaders and translate complex or technical topics into clear media stories
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills in English
• Analytical mindset with experience tracking and reporting PR metrics
• Comfortable working cross functionally and managing multiple stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Full professional proficiency in German
• Experience supporting PR programs across the EMEA region
• Background in technology, enterprise software, or similarly complex industries (preferred but not mandatory)
• Experience working with external PR agencies

Equal Opportunity Employer

Infor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Infor does not discriminate against candidates or employees because of their sex, race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. If you require accommodation or assistance at any time during the application or selection processes, please submit a request by following the directions located in the FAQ section.