External Communications Manager - NEUR and UK-IE - 12 Months FTC Maternity Cover

Allianz; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational insurance company is seeking a communications expert to develop and implement their corporate communications strategy in the UK and Northern Europe. Responsibilities include managing external and internal communications, fostering collaboration across teams, and addressing reputational issues. Candidates should have expertise in strategic communications, crises management, and digital media, along with strong organizational skills. The role offers hybrid work flexibility and various employee benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals eager to grow in the industry.

Benefits

Life assurance

Health cash plan

Income Protection

Hybrid Working

Employee Share Incentive Plan

Insurance discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B and financial services communication.
• Capable of strategic internal and external communications.
• Strong skills in journalism and business writing.
• Proven experience in managing reputational issues.
• Proficient in project management and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage external and internal communications for the region.
• Develop and implement a corporate communications plan.
• Maintain messaging consistency and manage reputational risks.
• Coordination with regional communication managers.
• Foster collaboration across teams within Allianz.

Skills

B2B financial services knowledge

Strategic corporate communications experience

Excellent journalism skills

Crisis management expertise

Project management expertise

Public speaking skills

Digital media management

Interpersonal skills

Networking skills

Fluent in English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking someone who contributes to achieving profitable & sustainable growth targeted by the Allianz Trade NEUR/UK strategy by developing & implementing an integrated, region-specific external communications program. Functional responsibilities are reputation management & protection, and thought leadership positioning in partnership with Marketing. Media activity includes targeted annual plan & metrics, agency management & budget, spokesperson development & management, the development of a network of journalist contacts, and social media. Issues/crisis management expert that provides strategic counsel & tactical support at local, regional and Group level.

Main Responsibilities

Operative Communications

• Manages key functional areas: external (including spokesperson function) and serves as a Consultant to CEO, Executive Management Team and executives and peers regionally and locally.

Strategic Communications

• Development of UK & regional corporate communications plan, aligned to regional commercial goals and Allianz Trade Group Communications.
• Sets agenda and priorities. Develops communications guidelines and processes, ensures global standards, best practices.
• Ensures messaging & positioning consistency, and manages reputational risk.
• Development and management of an integrated media relations program supporting key objectives, external agency management
• Optimize existing company initiatives, and materials

Operative Staff Management

• Co-ordination of Northern European network of local communication managers, with the Senior Internal Communications Executive
• Foster cross-OE UK & regional collaboration with Allianz
• Establishes & fosters best practice in Regional Communications operations - 30% NEUR / 70% UK-IE

What we are looking for

1. Market knowledge: B2B and, ideally, financial services
2. Strategic corporate communications experience, internal & external.
3. Excellent journalism & business writing skills
4. Proven reputational issues/crisis experience
5. Project management expertise
6. Proven presentation & public speaking skills
7. Effective with small-team building, ability to improve skills, standards and deliverables
8. Experienced with digital media management- inter/intranets, and social media
9. Excellent interpersonal skills, Executive and business peer coaching, and strong networking skills.
10. Languages: English, excellent written and spoken.
11. Other language capabilities such as Spanish, French, and German desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• Life assurane
• Health cash plan
• Income Protection
• Hybrid Working
• Employee Share Incentive Plan
• Various discounts on insurance through the Allianz Partnership
• And much more
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Interest in the insurance industry and eagerness to lear

We are seeking candidates who are naturally curious and have a keen interest in technology and innovation. As we navigate the future, we value individuals who are eager to stay updated with the latest digital trends and advancements. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a proactive approach to learning and adapting to new tools and technologies, especially Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered tools, showcasing a forward-thinking mindset that aligns with our vision for growth and progress.

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