Communications Manager

Dow Jones is seeking an experienced and experienced Communications Manager to drive our media relations and internal communications efforts in the EMEA region. In partnership with the Director of Communications, EMEA, this role will be responsible for developing and executing a regional communications strategy to enhance our organization's reputation and drive employee engagement.

Based in our vibrant London office, you will have the opportunity to manage a busy press office, coordinate high-profile events and gather compelling stories from our regional news bureaus and product teams. With your established media contacts in the UK, you will be at the forefront of telling Dow Jones's story in the region.

You Will:

Lead regional media relations efforts and pitching to promote Dow Jones and its brands, including the flagship Wall Street Journal, in the UK and across EMEA

Create thought leadership platforms and narratives that resonate with a C-Suite and consumer audience

Keep abreast of daily news headlines, identifying opportunities to newsjack or insert Dow Jones and our reporting where appropriate

Draft media pitches, press releases, proactive commentary and bylined articles to amplify Dow Jones's journalism, products and people

Develop briefing materials for media interviews and public speaking engagements

Collaborate with Director of Communications, EMEA to build strong relationships with and proactively advise leaders on communications opportunities, pitching strategies, stories and tactics

Support internal communication strategies and tactics to promote EMEA news and achievements that help build a sense of community across the region

Proactively identify potential stories from across teams and geographies, building these into the global communications calendar

Coordinate and execute regional employee events, activities and all-hands meetings

Collaborate with the communications team in the U.S. and international markets to employ communication channels in creative ways that resonate with audiences and align with the overall strategy

You Have:

Minimum of five years agency experience in PR and corporate communications at an agency and/or in-house in a multinational or EMEA-focused role

Strong media relations experience with expert knowledge of the ever-evolving news landscape and established relationships with relevant national and broadcast media in the UK and across EMEA

Exceptional writing and editing skills

Storytelling and messaging, with solid experience of articulating complex issues in an easy-to-digest manner

Proven ability to build and execute communications strategies and plans across traditional and digital channels

A diverse mix of experience of external and internal communications

Degree in Communications, Public Relations and/or a background in Journalism, or a related field

If you are a strategic thinker, a creative communicator, and possess a passion for news and media, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and make a significant impact on our company's success.

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