Head of Communications job description

To lead the communications strategy for the company

Devise communications strategy that supports the annual sales plan and business strategy

Act as communications consultant to the MD and senior management team

Promote key products at key trade events

Ensure appropriate profile of company in trade media

Ensure visibility at nternational conferences and trade events for senior executives and the various businesses

Devise and lead the communications plans for overseas markets

Ensure strong relationships with communications and publicity counterparts at priority clients

Lead on business and corporate announcements
Consult and lead on crisis communications

Manage internal communications
Work with Internal Comms where necessary to provide information and support for companywide initiatives, public affairs and leadership group activity

Set, manage and control relevant budgets
TEAM
Leads a team of five communcations staff

Substantial experience in communications, with proven experience in a managerial capacity

Proven skills at developing and implementing strategy in line with business priorities

Experience dealing with crises and identifying communications strategy in response

Proven track record delivering high level communications

Knowledge of media industry, ideally in a commercial/international environment

Major European or Asian languages an advantage

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