External Communications Manager UK&I

Schneider Electric Corp; Little London; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible work options

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Senior Specialist, Thought Leadership Communications, to craft strategic messaging that positions the company as a trusted industry authority across global markets. You will work with subject matter experts and senior leaders to develop content that highlights our innovations and broadens influence.

In this high-visibility role, you will amplify narratives across owned, earned, and social channels, harness new platforms, and measure impact to continuously sharpen

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker who connects communications to business objectives.
• Collaborative partner across cross-functional teams and external influencers.
• Confident decision-maker who thrives in ambiguity with minimal oversight.
• Self-starter who proactively identifies opportunities and drives initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute thought leadership communication strategies establishing Schneider as an authority on emerging trends.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and leaders to develop content showcasing expertise and influence.
• Amplify messaging across owned, earned, and social channels to engage stakeholders.
• Harness new technologies and platforms to maximize reach and impact.

Skills

Content strategy

Copywriting

Media relations

Executive communications

Analytical thinking

Storytelling

Social media communication

Prompt engineering

Job description

Join us as a Senior Specialist, Thought Leadership Communications, and help position Schneider as a trusted industry authority. You'll craft strategic communications that elevate our brand, shape industry dialogue, and amplify our expertise across global markets.

What will you do?

• Build and execute thought leadership communication strategies that establish Schneider as a voice of authority on emerging trends and innovations
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and business leaders to develop content that showcases our expertise and drives industry influence
• Amplify messaging across owned, earned, and social channels to enhance credibility and engage key stakeholders
• Harness new technologies and platforms to expand reach and maximize communication impact

What are the key skills we are looking for?

• Content Strategy — intermediate level; building cohesive plans that align thought leadership with business priorities
• Copywriting — intermediate level; crafting compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences
• Media Relations — intermediate level; securing earned coverage that amplifies executive visibility and brand authority
• Executive Communications — intermediate level; translating complex ideas into clear, impactful messages for leadership
• Analytical Thinking — intermediate level; using data and insights to refine messaging and measure impact
• Storytelling — developing level; weaving narratives that connect innovation with audience needs
• Social Media Communication — intermediate level; engaging audiences and driving dialogue on digital platforms
• Prompt Engineering — intermediate level; leveraging AI tools to enhance content creation and efficiency

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Strategic thinker who connects communications work to broader organizational objectives
• Collaborative partner comfortable working with cross-functional teams and external influencers
• Confident decision‑maker who thrives in ambiguous situations with minimal oversight
• Self‑starter who proactively identifies opportunities and drives initiatives to completion

What's in it for me?

• High‑impact role with visibility across global markets and senior leadership
• Opportunity to collaborate with industry experts on innovative, forward‑thinking content
• Dynamic team environment that encourages creativity, growth, and professional development
• Flexibility to shape your work and make a meaningful difference

Our Total Rewards

For this UK based position, the expected pay range is GBP 65,600 - GBP 98,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short‑term incentives. The compensation range for this full‑time position applies to candidates located within the United Kingdom. Our pay ranges are determined by the local market.

• Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: health and life insurance, paid time off, parental and care leave, flexible work options, and confidential counseling for life’s challenges.
• Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs: your base salary, short‑term incentives or sales incentives, opportunities to own company shares, and retirement savings plans for your future.
• Grow Your Skills and Career. We commit to helping you grow with ongoing performance and development conversations, Senior Talent Program, global career opportunities, access to our Schneider Career Hub for new positions, projects, and mentors, and learning platforms like Coursera to equip you with the skills for today and tomorrow.
• Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage teaming up through project opportunities on the Schneider Career Hub, smart ways to collaborate, celebrating contributions via a recognition program, sharing your voice in our engagement survey, and fostering an inclusive, caring workplace.
• Support Your Community. We make a difference in your community with volunteer leave, programs through the Schneider Electric Foundation, and initiatives that support youth education.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

€40 billion global revenue

+9% organic growth

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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