Communications Manager

External Communications

Promote the FT’s reputation as a source of outstanding global journalism, extending its reach and the impact of its journalism by securing powerful and strategic media coverage for FT journalists and their work.
Secure positive and impactful media coverage for corporate and commercial stakeholders, positioning the FT as a leader in digital subscriptions; a trusted, data-led innovator in advertising; and the home for a range of customer-focused business and intelligence services.
Write and distribute FT news and announcements, social media posts and other PR materials.
Build relationships with key media influencers and reporters to maximise corporate announcements and advocacy around FT brands, products and campaigns.
Support the FT’s editorial and commercial awards programme in the US by highlighting suitable opportunities, quality-checking entries and promoting wins for other teams.
Enhance the FT’s reputation as a responsible business and employer through external communications around our sustainability commitments; diversity and inclusion efforts; and financial literacy and inclusion campaign.

Press Office

Serve as the main press office contact in the US, handling incoming media requests and working with colleagues across time zones for 24h cover.
Provide counsel and support for senior management and journalists, including the coordination of media training and the writing of holding statements, Q&As, position papers and briefings. Advise on external communications needs and best practices.
Report on results and successes, and contribute to/edit a monthly communications report.
Identify/try new and emerging communications tools, services and software to make communications processes work more effectively.

Internal and Employee Communications

Ensure the US is connected to global strategy through staff updates, town halls and internal talks and create materials to support these activities.
Support the leadership team with internal announcements as needed.

Further Information

The FT are committed to providing an inclusive working environment for all. We are an equal opportunities employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best talent regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We also promote flexible working and will consider specific requests around flexibility for all roles where it can be accommodated. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements, or have any questions, please contact a member of our HR team who will be happy to help.

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $70,000-$80,000. To ensure pay fairness, the successful candidate will be offered a salary within the estimated salary range based on a number of considerations including but not limited to: skill set; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organisational needs. The disclosed range estimate is for our NYC office and has not been adjusted for other locations.