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Company Description:

J. Barbour & Sons Ltd founded in 1894 is a British lifestyle brand, home to the iconic wax jacket we design, manufacture and market stylish functional clothing and footwear for men, women and children inspired by the unique values of the British countryside. We are the proud holder of two Royal warrants and remain true to our core values as a fifth-generation family business. Barbour is sold in over 40 countries worldwide, including Europe, the US and Japan but we have our headquarters and roots firmly located in the North East of England.

Position Overview:

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Communications / PR Manager to join our established and experienced Global Marketing team based at Barbour House, South Shields. This role will focus on connecting our global marketing strategies, culture, purpose, and collaborations to support key growth strategies, played out through PR, Media, and Digital communication opportunities. You will have experience in delivering communication strategies, crafting stories and angles to drive reach, engagement, and affinity through a carefully curated approach to drive maximum relevance, maximum efficiency and maximum cut-through to end consumer segments. You will be responsible for the management of central PR and Digital teams, and will partner with local teams, to drive global strategies, support local strategies as required and in line with 5yr plan needs, and you will manage agency partner/s to deliver key KPIs across the spectrum. PR and Digital (social) experience is integral for this role, as well as a focus on innovation and the role this can play across the shifting consumer landscape.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Global Marketing calendar planning

• Understand global marketing strategy and market business requirement.
• Drive content and communication strategy through PR and Digital focussed initiatives.
• Align with local counterparts to develop and agree execution of CC/Key strategies initiatives.
• Support regional activities that can help to drive brand elevation & love in the market.
• Oversee the quality and delivery of marketing contents & experience.
• Reporting of marketing activities, peer’s activity, and market insight.

PR

• Develop and execute the global PR & influencer strategy.
• Cultivate new and existing press & influencer relationships.
• Outline & craft relevant PR materials for the season.
• Define focus markets, media lists and key messages to pitch to editors.
• Manage all press budgets.
• Ensure strong editorial coverage in line with key product categories.
• Generate and manage all PR events to help promote Barbour’s concept and product focuses.
• Manage and support commercial partnership proposals.
• Produce and execute influencer & press gifting programs
• Strengthen Barbour’s network of influencers / brand ambassadors.

Media planning

• Partner with PR and Digital teams to execute annual media plan across offline & online platforms incl paid social strategy.
• Align media spend with counterparts based on global strategy & local business needs.
• Seek for new media & market first platforms that can drive brand innovation.
• Set media KPI and monitor delivery and progress.
• Budget review & tracking

Digital Marketing

• Actively contribute to devising a brand-led digital marketing strategy.
• Visibility & clear view of global digital initiative and communications.
• Oversee the social media strategy for Barbour and Barbour International.
• Support HOM and E-commerce on the growth of global databases and SVC insights.
• Drive digital global presence of the brands, with a focus on UK, US, DE, and Asia.
• Build and develop a specific digital approach and blueprint for APAC markets using prior knowledge and expertise in this area, working alongside Head of Ecom and supporting Head of Marketing to achieve.
• Work closely with Head of ecommerce to drive traffic to Barbour.com.
• Seek for new media & market first platforms that can drive brand innovation.
• Set media KPI and monitor delivery and progress.
• Channel Innovation will help to bring the digital innovation vision to life through the creation and delivery of pioneering customer experiences for the metaverse and beyond.
• Budget review & tracking.

Skills and Experience:

• Understanding of organic and paid strategies.
• Good level of insight on market trend & consumer’s behaviour.
• Experience in Brand communications.
• Experience in brand events.
• Strong communication experience, proven experience in delivering content strategies driven across traditional and non-traditional PR and the role of digital within this.
• Strong understanding of PR and of building a brand with purpose messaging.
• A strong understanding of taking central strategy and ensuring adherence and implementation in local market.
• Strong experience in understanding the nuances of developing strategies with a British heritage brand with strong heritage and authenticity.
• A brand guardian and champion, a real passion for the brand.
• Experienced in dealing with difficult PR and social media situations.
• Demonstrates high standards of attention to detail.
• Able to work well under pressure, remain calm
• Information Technology including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Internet packages
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to build strong relationships internally and externally
• Flexible methods with a positive approach to change
• Extremely self-motivated
• Strong organisational and time management ability

Additional Information:

• The job will require travel from time-to-time (possibly international)
• Driving license essential

Benefits:

• Discretionary Company bonus scheme
• Staff discount
• Staff shop
• Healthcare cash plan
• 25 days holiday as standard increasing with length of service plus bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised canteen

Note: In the event that a sufficient volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

Barbour

—–urgently hiring!——

Are you a PR pro looking to join a young and vibrant startup? Would you like to work in a PR agency environment? do you want to use your expertise to launch a new PR & Design company?If so, keep reading.

Public Relations Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responds to requests for information from the media.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with consumers, community, employees, and public interest groups.
• Writes press releases and prepares reports for the media to promote clients.
• Plans or directs the development of programs to maintain favorable public and stakeholder views of the organization’s agenda and accomplishments.
• Coaches client reps in effective communication with the public and employees.
• Analyzes the organization’s objectives, promotional policies, and needs to build public relations strategies that influence public opinion and promote products, ideas, and services.
• Maintains the organization’s image and identity.
• Drafts speeches and schedules interviews.
• Prepares and edits organizational materials, including employee newsletters and other publications for internal and external audiences.
• Updates and maintains the organization’s digital content.
• Collaborates with managers to identify trends and evaluate advertising to determine whether it is in sync with the organization’s public relations efforts.

The right candidate will be there from day 1 to set up PR processes, brainstorm, and assist clients with their PR needs.

We are a brand-new startup! A fast-paced and exciting agency environment where creative individuals thrive. We mainly specialize in marketing and branding. We work with social influencers, businesses, musicians, etc

Public Relations Qualifications / Skills:

• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of consumer marketing
• Ability to make media pitches
• Creative thinking
• Research skills
• Inquisitive
• Deadline-driven
• Reporting skills
• Attention to detail
• Social media savvy

Education and Experience Requirements:

• BA in public relations, journalism, communications, marketing, or related field
• Experience in handling a press conference
• experience with both traditional & non-traditional PR

• Are you or someone you know a good fit? Feel free to apply! everyone is welcome.

Hire Up Works

Your new company

Your new firm is an international insurer and reinsurer operating internationally across the commercial, speciality, and personal product range. You will be working as part of their UK and European business, sitting in a wider Marketing and Communications team of 25 to produce engaging employee communication plans.

Your new role

Due to continuous growth in the firms marketing function, they are recruiting a Senior Employee Communications Advisor to support the Senior Employee Communications and Brand Manager to drive employee engagement across a global organisation. You will business partner with several senior stakeholders to deliver, manage, and create employee communications strategies that are aligned to the organisations business objectives.

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Support the management of the communication content schedule
• Business partner with senior stakeholders within the business in order to influence, drive, deliver, and create engaging and effective employee communication plans
• Create content that is measurable to evaluate engagement
• Drive consistent messaging using the intranet
• Utilise data-led insights and work with senior stakeholders to help create and deliver engaging content
• Create, review, and edit employee stories in a variety of formats
• Support the wider Comms team with their CTAs and key messaging

What you’ll need to succeed

In order to succeed in this role, you have to be an experienced internal / employee communications professional with a background in a medium to large scale organisation. You need to have a strong track record in strategically delivering communications plans, and be able to provide excellent solutions and guidance, as well as experience in juggling multiple priorities.

• Excellent understanding of best practice employee communications
• Understanding of channels, audience, content and measurement within communications
• Outstanding written, editing and copywriting skills
• Proven history of working with senior leaders, building trusted relationships and having the confidence to influence leaders

What you’ll get in return

This firm is an inclusive employer that continuously strives to better their employee benefits – they always listen to the inclusion networks to make improvements and take their ideas seriously. They treat their people with respect and like adults who accountable within their roles and despite being a global firm, have a local feel in the UK meaning you can make a real impact.

• Up to £60,000 + Bonus
• Flexible working
• 30 day annual leave
• Private medical, individual and family cover
• Fully paid 26 week maternity and paternity leave
• Lifetime leave
• Flexible public holidays
• Life assurance
• Season tickets and employee discounts

Hays

ENGAGER | CONTENT CREATOR | COMMUNITY BUILDER | NETWORKER | DIGITAL NATIVE | COLLABORATOR | PROJECT MANAGER | EXPERIENCE DESIGNER | INFLUENCER |

YPO is a member organization for over 30,000 CEO’s and leaders all over the world. Our purpose is to create a better world by creating better leaders. YPO provides a variety of platforms, programs and opportunities for life-long learning and personal development.

YPO has more than 40 business, personal, family, and social impact networks, within the larger global network, dedicated to robust education and idea exchange, providing members with instant confidential connections to other YPO members around the world.

Our Network Engagement Managers (internal title) focus on the creation and execution of comprehensive engagement strategy aligned to the strategic roadmap of the network.

Qualified candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in a communications, marketing, content creation or account management position and will have experience designing and executing engagement strategies for virtual audiences. A portfolio exhibiting the candidate’s experience in creating visual and written content is required. Verbal and written fluency in English is required.

YPO is a remote-first organization. This role is work-from-home but will require 2-4 trips per year (domestic and international).

POSITION PURPOSE

The Networks Engagement Manager (NEM) engages YPO members and spouse/partners along their Network journey, working across networks and their communities of interest (Business, Personal, Family and Impact) to ensure optimal engagement. An NEM manages multiple networks and focuses on the creation and execution of a comprehensive engagement strategy, aligned to the overall mission, vision and strategic roadmap of the specified network. The Networks Engagement Manager is a unique blend of being a community advocate, relationship manager, member engager, platform manager, creative collaborator, data driven influencer, effective communicator, and project manager.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a key ambassador to networks, engaging and activating members and champions, encouraging conversations and connections throughout the YPO community, as well as planning and executing marketing strategies to educate audiences on the various products, opportunities and offerings in YPO (from Forum, Learning, Events, and Strategic Partnerships).
• Plan and design material with the purpose of bringing the community closer within and across Networks, inspiring virtual participation that creates a vibrant space with valuable offerings.
• Drive the shaping of the community experience for Network participants, in alignment with the needs of the Network strategy and engagement strategy, by creating the environment, leading the strategy based on data, influencing involvement among members, and by educating the various Network offerings.
• Support the member experience by curating tailored content, conducting targeted campaigns, marketing events, and collecting and responding to feedback. Measure the performance of these efforts by analyzing data, presenting findings, and adapting strategies to meet ongoing priorities.
• Manage the day-to-day activities of web and mobile Network platforms and related social media pages, from content planning and development to approvals and communication.
• Lead the creation of content (written, visual, audio, video), in partnership with members, Network Directors, Global Network Specialists, Event Managers and Member Experience Insights and Marketing (MXIM) partners.
• Collaborate within Networks and with internal stakeholders to support and drive projects, programs, and goals and deliver events and activities.
• Drive a data driven strategy through retrieving reports and presenting through storytelling, drawing observations, providing insights, and establishing KPIs based on member response.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong diplomacy skills with the ability to build meaningful relationships with all levels of associates, members and vendors. Adaptable, insightful, empathetic and reliable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading, with meticulous attention to detail. Adjusts communication style appropriately to the audience.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a multi-cultural, virtual environment, being sensitive to local and regional customs and practices.
• Ability to effectively manage trade-off decisions, prioritize competing opportunities, balance member and internal stakeholder needs with business priorities, manage cross functional expectations, and clearly articulate the rationale behind decisions.
• Resourceful and able to work independently with initiative and good judgement. Effective time management, organization and prioritization skills with the ability to focus on varied projects.
• Ability to maintain discretion and integrity of confidential information.
• Ability to identify problems, research alternatives, provide solutions and/or resolve issues in a timely manner. Anticipates member needs and delivers with clarity.
• Analytical thinker with ability influence and guide processes with appropriate approach and execution. Natural curiosity and desire to learn more; proficiency and interest in applying new technologies and tools.
• Professional presence, appearance, and stature to interact easily with YPO members, C-level executives and high-profile corporate leaders.

EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND

• 5+ years of experience in a communication, marketing, or account management position.
• 3+ years of experience in an association or membership organization, specifically with membership, governance, marketing, events, or social media management.
• Experience creating visual and written content for multiple platforms, intended for diverse audiences to drive engagement.
• Experience in designing, developing, and monitoring communication and engagement strategies for virtual audiences across multiple channels.
• Experience in digital marketing, including an understanding of the importance of consumer research, advertising principals, social media management, and data best practices.
• Experience with Smartsheet and Microsoft suite required.
• Experience with Salesforce (CRM tools), Canva, Publicate (email marketing tools), or Tableau (data visualization tools) highly preferred.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, public administration, or equivalent experience required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours to accommodate members and associates in multiple time zones.
• Ability to travel globally 10-15% per year to events, strategy meetings, and team retreats.

YPO

ENGAGER | CONTENT CREATOR | COMMUNITY BUILDER | NETWORKER | DIGITAL NATIVE | COLLABORATOR | PROJECT MANAGER | EXPERIENCE DESIGNER | INFLUENCER |

YPO is a member organization for over 30,000 CEO’s and leaders all over the world. Our purpose is to create a better world by creating better leaders. YPO provides a variety of platforms, programs and opportunities for life-long learning and personal development.

YPO has more than 40 business, personal, family, and social impact networks, within the larger global network, dedicated to robust education and idea exchange, providing members with instant confidential connections to other YPO members around the world.

Our Network Engagement Managers (internal title) focus on the creation and execution of comprehensive engagement strategy aligned to the strategic roadmap of the network.

Qualified candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in a communications, marketing, content creation or account management position and will have experience designing and executing engagement strategies for virtual audiences. A portfolio exhibiting the candidate’s experience in creating visual and written content is required. Verbal and written fluency in English is required.

YPO is a remote-first organization. This role is work-from-home but will require 2-4 trips per year (domestic and international).

POSITION PURPOSE

The Networks Engagement Manager (NEM) engages YPO members and spouse/partners along their Network journey, working across networks and their communities of interest (Business, Personal, Family and Impact) to ensure optimal engagement. An NEM manages multiple networks and focuses on the creation and execution of a comprehensive engagement strategy, aligned to the overall mission, vision and strategic roadmap of the specified network. The Networks Engagement Manager is a unique blend of being a community advocate, relationship manager, member engager, platform manager, creative collaborator, data driven influencer, effective communicator, and project manager.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a key ambassador to networks, engaging and activating members and champions, encouraging conversations and connections throughout the YPO community, as well as planning and executing marketing strategies to educate audiences on the various products, opportunities and offerings in YPO (from Forum, Learning, Events, and Strategic Partnerships).
• Plan and design material with the purpose of bringing the community closer within and across Networks, inspiring virtual participation that creates a vibrant space with valuable offerings.
• Drive the shaping of the community experience for Network participants, in alignment with the needs of the Network strategy and engagement strategy, by creating the environment, leading the strategy based on data, influencing involvement among members, and by educating the various Network offerings.
• Support the member experience by curating tailored content, conducting targeted campaigns, marketing events, and collecting and responding to feedback. Measure the performance of these efforts by analyzing data, presenting findings, and adapting strategies to meet ongoing priorities.
• Manage the day-to-day activities of web and mobile Network platforms and related social media pages, from content planning and development to approvals and communication.
• Lead the creation of content (written, visual, audio, video), in partnership with members, Network Directors, Global Network Specialists, Event Managers and Member Experience Insights and Marketing (MXIM) partners.
• Collaborate within Networks and with internal stakeholders to support and drive projects, programs, and goals and deliver events and activities.
• Drive a data driven strategy through retrieving reports and presenting through storytelling, drawing observations, providing insights, and establishing KPIs based on member response.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong diplomacy skills with the ability to build meaningful relationships with all levels of associates, members and vendors. Adaptable, insightful, empathetic and reliable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading, with meticulous attention to detail. Adjusts communication style appropriately to the audience.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a multi-cultural, virtual environment, being sensitive to local and regional customs and practices.
• Ability to effectively manage trade-off decisions, prioritize competing opportunities, balance member and internal stakeholder needs with business priorities, manage cross functional expectations, and clearly articulate the rationale behind decisions.
• Resourceful and able to work independently with initiative and good judgement. Effective time management, organization and prioritization skills with the ability to focus on varied projects.
• Ability to maintain discretion and integrity of confidential information.
• Ability to identify problems, research alternatives, provide solutions and/or resolve issues in a timely manner. Anticipates member needs and delivers with clarity.
• Analytical thinker with ability influence and guide processes with appropriate approach and execution. Natural curiosity and desire to learn more; proficiency and interest in applying new technologies and tools.
• Professional presence, appearance, and stature to interact easily with YPO members, C-level executives and high-profile corporate leaders.

EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND

• 5+ years of experience in a communication, marketing, or account management position.
• 3+ years of experience in an association or membership organization, specifically with membership, governance, marketing, events, or social media management.
• Experience creating visual and written content for multiple platforms, intended for diverse audiences to drive engagement.
• Experience in designing, developing, and monitoring communication and engagement strategies for virtual audiences across multiple channels.
• Experience in digital marketing, including an understanding of the importance of consumer research, advertising principals, social media management, and data best practices.
• Experience with Smartsheet and Microsoft suite required.
• Experience with Salesforce (CRM tools), Canva, Publicate (email marketing tools), or Tableau (data visualization tools) highly preferred.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, public administration, or equivalent experience required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours to accommodate members and associates in multiple time zones.
• Ability to travel globally 10-15% per year to events, strategy meetings, and team retreats.

YPO

This job opportunity is posted on DIARY directory on behalf of Phoenix Beauty.

Please apply to the hiring company via the apply link.

Who we are

Phoenix Beauty is a fast-growing distributor/Agent of fine fragrance and beauty products in the UK and Eire. We have a diverse and exciting portfolio of brands including, Elie Saab, Tommy Hilfiger, BDK Parfums, Goldfield & Banks, Billie Eilish & Florence by Mills.

Working with the Marketing team this role will be pivotal in further enhancing our business as we grow and develop. 

Job Summary

We are seeking a creative Public Relations Manager to oversee our communications and media relations. In this role, you will develop communication strategies to engage customers, increase brand trust, and cultivate and maintain positive relationships with media contacts. You will primarily work on strategies in house, but we may occasionally collaborate with outside public relations firms on large-scale media campaigns.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop public relations strategies for current and existing products, launches, and promotions
• Write and pitch relevant products for editorial inclusion in both press and influencer outreach
• Manage content team to produce relevant, compelling social media updates with links to products or promotions
• Develop and produce high-quality, informative, and interesting press releases, press kits, and related materials unless by brand partners
• Maintain excellent relationships with media and brand partners
• Analyse media coverage; develop responses when needed
• Organize events, press conferences, tours, visits, and exhibitions
• Manage the influencer marketing strategy and be up to date with social platforms and the latest trends in this area; IG, Youtube, Tiktok etc
• Create and manage PR budgets, deadlines, objectives, and schedules
• Develop weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual media activity reports

Requirements and Qualifications

• Degree in marketing, journalism, business, or related field preferred but not necessary
• 2+ years of experience in Beauty PR Managerial role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel, Word and Powerpoint required
• Outstanding communication skills
• Excellent written English skills

What we offer

• Up to 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays
• An additional days holiday on your birthday
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Private healthcare package
• Product allocation
• Pension

DIARY directory

Company presentation

Founded by the Della Valle Family, Tod’s Group is an Italian multi-brand company that includes Luxurious footwear and Leather Goods Brands among which Tod’s, Hogan and Roger Vivier.

The company is widely known for its handcrafted products mixing elegance and comfort, promoting styles that have become the inspiration for a classic yet elegant lifestyle.

Although each brand has its own signature, they are bound with the same philosophy characterized by a blending of tradition, modernity, combining great quality, creativity and functionality.

Maison Roger Vivier, dubbed the “Fabergé of shoes” and credited with creating the stiletto heel in the 1950s, was acquired by the Tod’s Group in 2003. It has since extended its range of products to include include leather goods, jewelry and luxury accessories. Maison Roger Vivier continues to pursue the characteristics that have made it world famous, namely to embody an extravagant and elegant luxury brand. The store network is present in America, Europe and Asia.

Job description

Missions:

• Support the execution of the brand PR strategy set out by the Communications Director, working closely with internal and external contacts to ensure maximum proactive and relevant exposure of the Roger Vivier brand in the UK and Ireland
• Day to day contact for fashion, consumer and trade media, handling all press enquiries quickly and effectively
• Management of PR showroom, coordinating all samples for all press and VIP requests as well as seasonal showroom collection orders in an organised manner
• Assist the Communications Director with the seasonal presentations by managing press and influencer attendance, invitation send outs, talent dressing, VIP attendance and appointment schedules
• Help coordinate and develop the influencer strategy to build and manage the Roger Vivier communities in order to maximise brand awareness on social
• Research and present opportunities with VIP’s and monitor social and event sightings involving talent in order to share with corporate and VIP team for content regeneration purposes
• Compile daily press clippings for HQ in an organised and timely manner
• Assist with invoicing and seasonal team reporting
• Management of press intern

Profile:

• At least 1 years’ experience working at a PR agency or in-house PR team, fashion background preferable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy are essential
• Energetic, resourceful, flexible, and hands-on approach to tasks
• Proactive and assertive reactions to key business requirements in a timely manner
• Have a thorough knowledge of the fashion business, public relations, marketing, and social media
• Have strong interpersonal skills and can build and maintain strong relationships at all levels, both within the business and externally
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint are essential

**Please send CV attached

Roger Vivier

PR Account Director | Cultural Strategist & Communications Agency | Lifestyle, Fashion & Beauty | London

The Client:

Harmonic operations are excited to partner exclusively with one of the UK’s most exciting cultural strategist agencies, on their search for a PR Account Director. You’ll join an expert team working on client partners from Lifestyle, Fashion & Beauty brands, aiming to capture the imaginations of the next generation. Using cultural strategy and insights to create communications that connect with people, build brand perceptions, and articulate to the consumer.

Put simply the agencies culture can be described as work hard and be nice to people. They describe themselves as compassionate and collaborative, with an emphasis on inclusion and a flat structure. All voices are heard, employees feel valued and encouraged to grow professionally to progress in their career.

Role:

This agency is searching for a dedicated hands-on Account Director to manage multiple client profiles and act as a key client liaison to support their strategic direction. You’ll be responsible for upholding the representation and perception of the clients to the target audience, deploying a range of PR and integrated comms tools at your disposal such as press releases, news assets, social media and influence.

This is an amazing opportunity to show off your excellent relationship management skillset and make an impact on the trajectory of a growing agency.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall client-agency relationship
• Management, development and mentoring of direct reports
• Acting as a key point of contact for your client business on all brand and communications planning
• Maintaining an in depth understanding and knowledge of your client’s business and goals
• Guiding campaigns form planning through to delivery
• Working closely and maintaining relationships with key media contacts
• Working closely and maintaining relationships with key influencer assets
• Contributing to agency brainstorming sessions, developing stories and briefs in order to reach the target audience effectively
• Having your finger on the cultural pulse of current trends and industry news
• Demonstrate professionalism and attention to detail at all times

What we need to see (Essential):

• PR Agency Experience
• Relevant industry contacts, particularly in Fashion and Beauty
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple clients
• A master of nurturing relationships – both internally and externally
• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail
• Demonstratable excellent written and verbal communication skills
• In depth cultural understanding of the target audience and what earns their attention
• Creative, positive and ambitious
• A social, fun, and outgoing personality

Location: London

Salary: £53,000 – £60,000

Please get in touch at [email protected] or give me a call on 020 3773 2530

Please feel free to circulate this with any friends or contacts that may be interested.

Harmonic Operations™ | Certified B Corp

About Fosun Pharma USA Inc.

Fosun Pharma is a leading innovation-driven international healthcare group and operates businesses in the pharmaceutical and health industry, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical devices and medical diagnosis, and healthcare services. Through in-house R&D, co-development, in-licensing and incubation, Fosun Pharma had established platforms for small molecule innovative drugs, antibody drugs and cell therapy, focusing on major therapeutic areas, including oncology, immunology, “4 hypers” (hypertension, hyperlipidemia, hyperglycemia and hyperuricemia) and their complications, as well as central nervous system. In the meantime, Fosun Pharma keeps close track of cutting-edge technologies, such as targeted protein degradation, RNA, oncolytic virus and gene therapy to enhance its innovation ability. For more information, please visit www.fosunpharmausa.com

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Communications and PR expert to join Fosun Pharma USA. The ideal candidate will act as the Communication lead and will provide management guidance and develop divisional messages for key events including conferences, tradeshows, employee meetings and events in line with corporate branding strategy.

Main responsibilities:

• Provides strategic communications and issues management counsel to internal stakeholders, development and execution of Public Relation plans
• Develops, implements and integrates strategic communications to advance the business brand identity in the market
• Creates marketing strategies in order to enable the cultivation and enhancement of strong and meaningful relationships with the target audience, external partners, and key media outlets, which favorably positions the business/product in the market
• Must have experience managing agency teams
• This position is an individual contributor but will manage a broad internal stakeholder group to ensure integrated and coordinated communication plans
• Oversees the creation of business’ content, such as newsletter, blogs, social influencers, annual reports, and other marketing collateral materials. In addition, He/She will oversee all online web content and communications as well as social media interactions
• Ensures all content put out by the business, both in print and online, is edited to conform to the business’s overall values and messages
• Negotiates, ensures and develops local Marketing agency agreements and partnership
• Acts as the subject matter expert, including keeping current with latest developments in corporate and customer communications, providing advice, and making recommendations for enhanced customer and employee experience
• Acts as the business/product’s spokesperson and lead point person in conventional media interactions, such as newspaper interviews, ensuring a positive portrayal of the business at all times
• Engages, cultivates, and manages press relationships that ensure the coverage of the business’s/product’s programs, events, public announcements, among other projects. He/She is also in charge of the day-to-day communications activities on top of providing marketing counsel to publication departments to ensure positive impact of each publication towards the business
• Other relevant responsibilities will be assigned when needed

Job Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations
• 7+ years of Industry experience
• Exceptional communication skills, proven ability to communicate complex and technical messages in simple terms that different audiences can relate to
• Successful track record in garnering positive media coverage for a business or product
• Proficient in MS Office Suite

Candidate Profile

• The chosen individual will be a dynamic, result oriented, entrepreneurial professional who is excited about building a growing organization in a fast-paced environment and possesses strong leadership skills
• Proven ability to manage ambiguity, be resourceful, effectively use influence across the organization and communicate with senior leaders
• Ideal candidate will have outstanding people skills. As the lead representative of the business to the media, consumers, external partners etc., He/She must be extremely likeable and relatable, able to build strong, meaningful, and lasting relationships with any audience.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to lead and influence others
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment required

Job title is subject to change based on candidate experience.

Fosun Pharma USA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Fosun’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fosun Pharma USA Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

Fosun Pharma USA Inc.

• Manage the PR for an independent board for a global tech giant.
• Be part of a team that ensures freedom of expression is preserved.

Client Details

Our client was established to ensure that freedom of expression is respected on a global social media platform.

The team reviews content decisions made by the platforms and ensures they align with the organisation’s values.

Description

• Manage the day to day PR for the body.
• Work closely with media outlets including proactively pitching stories and managing enquiries.
• Develop external communications based on internal complex information.

Profile

• Experience working with and influencing media outlets including pitching stories, responding to enquiries, managing news releases.
• Experience developing high quality communications based on complex internal information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage highly sensitive matters and working to tight deadlines in a fast paced environment.

Job Offer

• Hybrid working

Michael Page