Senior Financial Communications Manager, High-Growth Passenger Transport Group, London

Hanson Search; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European transport organization is seeking a Senior Financial Communications Manager to shape corporate messaging for investors and media. This role involves leading flagship communications projects and collaborating with senior leadership. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in corporate communications, excellent writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a high-growth environment. Progression opportunities are also available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in corporate communications or financial PR.
• Strong ability to simplify complex financial information.
• Experience in building relationships with C-suite leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of the Annual Report.
• Translate financial messages for investors and media.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders and enhance corporate reputation.
• Collaborate with media relations to promote reports.

Skills

Corporate communications

Financial PR

Editorial focus

Excellent writing and editing skills

Regulatory frameworks knowledge

Media relations

Job description

A leading European passenger transport organisation is seeking a skilled Senior Financial Communications Manager to lead on the development of high-profile corporate content and financial communications. This is a key opportunity to shape how the company communicates its strategy, performance, and values to investors, media, employees and key external stakeholders.

Lead Corporate Storytelling for a Transforming, High-Growth Business

The organisation operates in 11 countries, employs more than 35,000 people and enables over 1.5 billion passenger journeys each year. Following a recent acquisition by a global infrastructure investment firm, the business is entering a new phase of transformation and growth—with communications playing a central role.

As Senior Financial Communications Manager, you will take ownership of flagship communications projects, including the front-end of the Annual Report, corporate website content and investor-facing materials. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and cross‑functional teams to shape a strong and consistent narrative that reflects the company’s performance and future ambitions.

This is a high‑impact role in a values‑led business operating across a broad European footprint. You’ll have the opportunity to work at the centre of a dynamic and evolving communications agenda, helping define how the company presents itself to the market and the world. The role offers flexibility, exposure to senior leadership, and a strong pathway for progression.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Financial Communications Manager

• Lead the planning, drafting and delivery of the front‑end of the Annual Report and Accounts, working with external agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Translate financial and strategic priorities into clear, compelling messages for investors, analysts, the media and wider audiences.
• Develop and maintain corporate content across the website, aligning with the Annual Report and long‑term communications strategy.
• Collaborate with media relations colleagues to amplify core messages and promote the report to target audiences.
• Produce high‑quality supporting materials such as investor presentations, case studies, and executive speaking content.

Collaborate with Senior Stakeholders and Shape Corporate Reputation

This role involves regular collaboration with:

• CEO, Chair, CFO and Finance Reporting team
• Audit and Remuneration Committee members
• Sustainability and ESG leaders
• M&A and Business Development teams
• Group‑wide communications network

Skills & Experience Required for the Financial Communications Manager Role

• Proven experience in corporate communications, financial PR, or content roles with a strong editorial focus.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial or strategic information.
• Strong knowledge of corporate reporting, disclosure practices, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience building relationships with C‑suite leaders and working across senior stakeholder groups.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality work under tight deadlines.
• Experience in media relations is desirable.

If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with our team, including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

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