Communications Manager

Communications Manager

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team at Gulf, for a talented communications professional to step into a brand-new global position, shaping the communications approach from the ground up while leading internal and external communications, PR activity, corporate storytelling and stakeholder messaging across a global group environment.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: PR Manager, Corporate Communications Manager, Internal Communications Manager, External Communications Manager, Communications and PR Manager, Marketing Communications Manager, Content Manager, Media Relations Manager, Communications Officer, Senior Communications Manager

SALARY: up to £65,000 per annum + Annual Performance Bonus (10% of Base Salary) + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid. Working from the Office in London (SW1Y) 3 Days per Week (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday) and 2 Days from Home (Thursday and Friday)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

This is an excellent opportunity for a Communications Manager to make a real impact in a newly created global role, putting their stamp on the communications function while covering PR, internal communications, external communications, corporate content and senior stakeholder support.

As the Communications Manager, you will develop and deliver proactive communications and PR activity across international markets, helping the organisation communicate clearly and consistently with employees, customers, partners, media contacts and other key stakeholders.

The Communications Manager will identify positive news, business updates, partnerships, people stories and corporate achievements, turning them into engaging communications that support profile, reputation and brand consistency across multiple channels.

ABOUT US

Gulf is part of the Hinduja Group, one of the world’s largest and most diverse business conglomerates. Since 1912, Gulf has built a globally recognised brand synonymous with quality and performance. Operating across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas, we continue to strengthen and expand our global footprint through commercial innovation and strategic partnerships.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Communications Manager include:

• PR Strategy and Media Relations: Develop and implement proactive PR and communications plans aligned with business objectives

• Media Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, trade publications and relevant media organisations

• Press and Corporate Content: Prepare press releases, corporate announcements, media statements, news stories, briefing documents, key messages and Q&A materials

• Internal Communications: Develop a structured internal communications programme, including employee updates, leadership messages, town halls, announcements and business transformation communications

• External Communications: Manage corporate news and content for external channels, including the website, social media and corporate publications

• Corporate Storytelling: Identify newsworthy developments, interview employees and stakeholders, and create compelling stories, case studies, articles, newsletters, speeches and presentations

• Executive Communications: Support senior leaders with communications planning, content and messaging aligned with strategy, values and corporate positioning

• Stakeholder Management: Work collaboratively with senior management, regional teams, agencies, media partners, creative suppliers and external stakeholders

• Communications Reporting: Monitor media coverage and provide regular reports on communications activity, outcomes and results

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related field

Proven ability to manage communications across international markets, ensuring clear, consistent and culturally aware messaging across multiple regions and stakeholder groups

Strong social media expertise

Proven ability to develop strategy and deliver measurable results

Experience managing agencies and stakeholders

Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills

Ability to write clear press releases, blogs, speeches and copy for different audiences

Ability to align messaging campaigns with business goals and brand identity

Ability to handle unexpected public relations issues and protect organisational reputation

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Strong editing and proofreading abilities with excellent attention to detail

Experience managing digital communication channels and social media platforms

Strong skills across multi-channel content platforms, basic SEO and analytics tools

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines

Experience using content management systems, email marketing platforms and Microsoft Office

Experience coordinating multi-platform publication timelines, agencies and cross-functional teams

Creative approach to communication solutions that engage audiences and support organisational objectives

IT literate with Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Project and Excel

First-class presentation skills

Commercially astute and customer focused

Action-oriented, flexible, innovative and results driven

Able to work effectively in a multicultural environment

Strong oral and written communication skills, with fluent English

DESIRABLE

Experience in media relations and reputation management

Experience managing communication during organisational change or crisis situations

Membership of a relevant professional communications body

BENEFITS

Annual performance bonus of 10% of base salary

Generous Health Insurance

Generous Life Insurance

Annual holidays

Tax saving pension contribution

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to accept applications from candidates that require sponsorship

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.

JOB REF: AWDO-P15097

This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Gulf Oil