Sr. Manager, Public Relations - EMEA

Guidewire; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Sr. Manager of Public Relations for EMEA. The role involves managing PR strategies, developing content across multiple languages, and supporting communication initiatives. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, 5-7 years of PR experience, and fluency in English and either German or French. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in global PR team, preferably in non-HQ location.
• Deep knowledge of insurance industry preferred.
• Willingness to travel and work after hours during emergencies required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage PR content and strategies for EMEA.
• Lead the Guidewire consumer research study in collaboration with PR agencies.
• Provide communication support across regional teams.

Skills

Fluency in English and German or French

Exceptional writing and copyediting skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Project management ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Day to day...

• Develop and distribute EMEA-related press releases, from draft through approvals, translations, distribution, and promotion
• Manage the strategic direction and day-to-day activities of PR agency partners in the U.K., France, and Germany, and provide ad hoc PR support for initiatives across EMEA
• Manage the PR budget for the U.K., French, and German PR programs
• Serve as primary owner of EMEA PR content (press releases, news articles, and blogs) on and make regular updates
• Lead the four-country Guidewire consumer research study in cooperation with regional PR agency partners
• Serve as a thought partner and Communications team liaison to regional teams including Sales, Alliances, Product Marketing, and Demand Generation
• Provide writing and copyediting support as needed in English and French or German, including bylines, media alerts, blogs, messaging, talking points, and narrative storytelling
• Edit and develop social media post content to ensure relevant and timely topics are promoted in Guidewire’s voice
• Provide support for staffing and/or sourcing spokespeople to support analyst and consultancy briefings
• Support attending media and analysts onsite at Guidewire events, as needed
• With Sr. Director of Communications and VP Corporate Marketing, serve as regional lead during cyber or other crises, ensuring that cross-functional response and executive teams have support and training and that urgent media/social media opportunities are professionally handled

Necessary skills and attributes:

• Bachelor's degree preferred in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing, international relations, or related fields
• 5-7 years experience working as part of a global PR team ideally in a non-HQ location, with direct responsibility for PR agency management
• Deep knowledge of insurance industry preferred
• Fluency in English and German or French required, including speaking, reading, and writing.
• Exceptional, demonstrated writing and copy editing skills - samples required
• Strong, clear communication skills and ability to work across teams, disciplines, cultures, countries, and time zones.
• Superior attention to detail and ability to manage projects to completion with a high level of autonomy
• Willingness to travel (domestic and international) occasionally and work after hours during emergency responses are required in the role
• Positive, solutions-oriented approach to work
• Passion for collaboration and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders