EMEA Head of Communications & Content - Interim & Permanent

Colliers; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in real estate services is seeking a Head of Communications & Content to lead strategic communications initiatives across the EMEA region. This role involves shaping high-impact content strategies, managing stakeholder engagement, and enhancing brand reputation. The ideal candidate will possess extensive managerial experience in communications, a strong educational background, and a passion for storytelling.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a managerial-level communications or content leadership role.
• Demonstrable success in creating and managing impactful multi-channel campaigns.
• Native-level English proficiency is essential; additional language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and execution of content and communications initiatives.
• Design and deliver compelling, multi-channel content plans.
• Manage content performance using analytics tools.

Skills

Strategic Vision

Content Mastery

Influencing Skills

Digital Fluency

Project Leadership

People Development

Agility & Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, English or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital content tools

Content management systems

SEO

Analytics

Social media platforms

Job description

Company Description

Colliers is a leading diversified professional services and investment management company.

With operations in 68 countries, our 22,000 enterprising people work collaboratively to provide expert advice to maximize the potential of property and real assets to accelerate the success of our clients, our investors, and our people.

We are at the forefront of the real estate industry, leading the way and backed by an exceptional record of success. We are building for our future – and yours.

We strive to build our business at a competitive pace by augmenting internal growth with smart strategic acquisitions that increase market share, expand service offerings, and extend our geographic reach for the benefit of our clients and shareholders.

For more than 27 years, Colliers has created value for shareholders that has resulted in superior returns and industry growth. Our people also own significant equity in our business, which brings pride of ownership to everything we do. We are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what's right for our clients, people, and communities.

Job Description

Role Summary

Colliers is seeking a dynamic and enterprising communications and content expert to lead a core function within our EMEA Marketing & Communications team. As Head of Communications & Content, you will shape and deliver high-impact communications strategies and campaigns that enhance our brand reputation, support business growth, and amplify our thought leadership across commercial real estate services.

Working collaboratively with marketing, research, creative, and digital teams, as well as service line and business leaders, you will drive multi-channel content that speaks to our clients, our people, and the wider industry — reinforcing Colliers' position as a global leader in real estate services and investment management.

Key Purpose

To lead the creation and execution of content and communications initiatives that drive engagement, support business priorities, and elevate Colliers’ market profile across the EMEA region.

Key Responsibilities

Communications Excellence

• Design and deliver compelling, multi-channel content plans that elevate our insights, services, leadership and expertise.
• Deconstruct complex business themes into clear, engaging communications for internal and external audiences.
• Produce thought leadership and campaigns that reflect our tone of voice and brand values across digital, media, and social platforms.
  
  

Strategic Thinking & Content Leadership

• Shape regional communications strategies in support of key business initiatives, acquisitions, and leadership changes.
• Identify, craft, and amplify stories aligned to our corporate, service line, and thematic priorities.
• Manage regional content calendars and campaign rollouts with consistent messaging and measurable outcomes.
  
  

People & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead and mentor a matrix of in-country PR and content professionals to develop capability and consistency across the region.
• Collaborate effectively with business leaders, senior stakeholders, and global colleagues to align priorities and maximise reach.
• Offer expert guidance and constructive feedback to internal teams to drive best practice.
  
  

Media & Platform Management

• Manage content performance using analytics tools and adapt strategies to enhance effectiveness.
• Maintain strong relationships with sector-specific media, ensuring impactful coverage of Colliers activity.
• Leverage the martech and AI tools to enhance efficiency, engagement, and content delivery.
  
  

Project & Campaign Management

• Lead content workstreams and stakeholder engagement for major campaigns and strategic business initiatives.
• Track campaign milestones, measure success, and adapt as necessary to ensure outcomes are met.
• Maintain a service-oriented approach, acting as a trusted partner to the business.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strategic Vision – Able to link communications and content to broader business goals.
• Content Mastery – Excellent storyteller with strong editorial judgement and an eye for quality.
• Influencing Skills – Adept at managing senior stakeholders and collaborating across functions.
• Digital Fluency – Familiar with platforms, tools and channels for effective content dissemination.
• Project Leadership – Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
• People Development – Passion for mentoring and sharing expertise within a matrix structure.
• Agility & Problem Solving – Comfortable navigating change and ambiguity with a proactive mindset.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, English or a related field.
• Extensive experience in a managerial-level communications or content leadership role, ideally within real estate, B2B, professional or financial services.
• Demonstrable success in creating and managing impactful multi-channel campaigns.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills across digital, media, and internal communication platforms.
• Proven experience in media relations and crisis communications.
• Strong familiarity with digital content tools, content management systems, SEO, analytics and social media platforms.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and comfortable adopting new technologies, including AI-powered tools.
• Native-level English proficiency is essential; additional language skills are a plus.
  
  

Additional Information

At Colliers we actively promote a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and mutual respect. Join us and be part of a team where diversity is embraced, and every voice is heard.

What sets Colliers apart from their competition is not what we do, but how we do it. We invest in relationships to create enduring value. Our most valuable asset is our people – we are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what’s right for our clients. We attract and develop industry leaders, empowering them to think and act differently to drive exceptional results.

About You

You are an expert.

You collaborate.

You invest in relationships.

You are enterprising.

You do what’s right.