External Communications Manager Or PR

Harvey Nash IT Recruitment UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey Nash IT Recruitment UK is seeking an External Communications Manager to lead storytelling, media relations and creative campaigns for a major client across EMEA. The role focuses on awareness, engagement and driving coverage of creators.

You will develop press materials, plan PR campaigns, and partner with in-country PR teams, as well as Partnerships, Product, Marketing and leadership across Europe and the US to support launches.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in PR, communications, or media relations, ideally within entertainment, digital or Large Tech industries.
• Prior Experience as a Journalist is additional benefit
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with the EMEA media landscape and cultural nuances across markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling narratives, press releases, blog posts, pitches and other communications materials.
• Plan and execute innovative PR campaigns to boost awareness, engagement and excitement around client
• Partner with in-country PR teams to secure coverage of creators in local and consumer media outlets.
• Work cross-functionally with Partnerships, Product, Marketing and leadership teams in Europe and the US to support strategic launches and initiatives.

Skills

PR and media relations

Cross-functional influence

EMEA media landscape

Journalist background (benefit)

Job description

Job Title: External Communications Manager

Location: London

Mode of Working: Hybrid (3 days in the office)

Contract Duration: 6months +

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic External Communications Manager or PR to lead and execute communications initiatives for the client across EMEA. This role will focus on storytelling, media relations and creative campaigns that highlight creators, drive awareness, and engage audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop compelling narratives, press releases, blog posts, pitches and other communications materials.
• Plan and execute innovative PR campaigns to boost awareness, engagement and excitement around client
• Partner with in-country PR teams to secure coverage of creators in local and consumer media outlets.
• Work cross-functionally with Partnerships, Product, Marketing and leadership teams in Europe and the US to support strategic launches and initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience in PR, communications, or media relations, ideally within entertainment, digital or Large Tech industries.
• Prior Experience as a Journalist is additional benefit
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with the EMEA media landscape and cultural nuances across markets.