Hybrid Head of Communications

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About the role

  • Head of Communications overseeing SailGP's communications strategy across Europe and the Middle East. Leading proactive media relations and integrated communications strategies for business objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver integrated communications strategies to grow SailGP’s profile and meet league business objectives in key EMEA markets
  • Lead proactive media relations across consumer, trade and broadcast outlets, securing consistent Tier 1 coverage and driving year-round storytelling for the league and its athletes in EMEA markets
  • Oversee strategic media planning and on-site communications delivery for all EMEA events, including the management of all EMEA event campaigns, agencies and budgets
  • Lead in the delivery of communications programmes for EMEA events, including media programming, servicing and the delivery of key media touchpoints on-site
  • Manage league announcements, press opportunities and narrative development as it relates to the EMEA region; write and edit press materials, messaging and executive briefings
  • Working closely with EMEA broadcasters and teams to drive cohesive communications strategies and growth plans within priority markets
  • Collaborate with commercial and partnerships teams to amplify SailGP’s global and regional partners through creative PR activations that drive visibility and value
  • Work alongside marketing, content, digital and social teams to ensure aligned narrative development and cohesive execution across markets
  • Support global issues and crisis management, developing and executing regional response plans while advising on reputational considerations

Requirements

  • 8+ years relevant experience preferred
  • Proven experience and success in communications within sport and / or live events
  • Successfully implemented global communications strategies and campaigns
  • Exceptional media relations skills, with expert knowledge of global media landscape
  • Excellent verbal, written, analytical and organizational communication skills
  • Strong strategic thinking capabilities, creative, with demonstrated problem-solving skills
  • Entrepreneurial and passionate with a desire to exceed expectations
  • Superior organization, prioritization and project and budget management skills
  • Strong attention to detail – can multi-task and meet deadlines with limited supervision
  • Works effectively in a small team, deliver results and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-starter, action-oriented – can take a project or program from start to completion
  • Culturally sensitive and able to work effectively globally
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including to most or all SailGP events in the EMEA region

Benefits

  • Equal opportunity workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Collaborative work environment

Job title

Head of Communications

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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