Director, Regional Communications

S&P Global; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global market intelligence firm seeks a Regional Communications Director to oversee communications across EMEA, Americas, and APAC. The role involves developing strategies, leading teams, and managing media relations. Candidates should have at least 10 years of communications experience, including 5 years in a leadership role. Strong stakeholder engagement and strategic skills are vital. The position offers comprehensive benefits, emphasizing career development and family-friendly perks.

Benefits

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Invest in Your Future

Family Friendly Perks

Beyond the Basics

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in communications, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in media relations and crisis communications.
• Strong communication skills to engage diverse audiences effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy.
• Lead and mentor the regional communications teams.
• Cultivate relationships with key media outlets for high-profile coverage.

Skills

Leadership and team management capabilities

Strategic thinking

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proficiency in tracking and analyzing communication metrics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 13

The Role

The Regional Communications Director for S&P Global Commodity Insights will oversee the communications leads for the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions. This role will work to ensure alignment with divisional and corporate objectives and foster global collaboration of regional communications. The ideal candidate will be an experienced communications professional and leader with a proven track record in strategic communications, media relations, and stakeholder engagement.

The Impact

The Regional Communications Director will play a critical role in shaping S&P Global's communications landscape across regions, ensuring that the organization effectively communicates its vision, values, and achievements to key stakeholders and the media.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive, regionally focused communications strategy for S&P Global Commodity Insights that aligns with business goals across EMEA, Americas, and APAC.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor the regional communications teams, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and excellence in communications practices.
• Cross-Regional Collaboration: Facilitate communication and collaboration among the communications leads for the EMEA, Americas, and APAC regions to ensure consistency in messaging and strategy alignment.
• Media Relations: Cultivate and maintain relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and industry influencers in the commodities and energy sectors to secure high-profile media coverage and enhance the division’s media presence.
• Content Development: Guide the creation of compelling narratives and communication materials for both internal and external audiences, including press releases, statements, and thought leadership content that reflect the division's expertise.
• Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies across regions, adjusting tactics as necessary to meet objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with senior leaders, stakeholders, and industry analysts to promote Commodity Insights initiatives and goals.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in communications, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing multi-regional communications efforts.
• Proven experience in media relations, crisis communications, and strategic messaging within a corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of the financial services, commodities markets, data analytics, or technology sectors is preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills Required

• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across regions.
• Proficiency in tracking and analyzing communication metrics to inform strategy.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose: Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world. Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People: We’re more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we’re able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

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