Communications Manager Region West Europe: London and Hamburg

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

Maritime Communications supports DNV Maritime, the world’s leading classification society, in driving the industry transition towards a digital, efficient and eco-friendly future; through broadening our reputation as a thought leader and accelerating revenue generation.

The Regional Communications Hub Europe, Middle East & Africa is an integral part of the global Maritime Communications network, comprising a committed team of international marketing and communications experts in 3 countries responsible for strategy and leadership communication, marketing and campaign management, branding, digital communications, media relations & PR, event management, social media as well as employee communications.

We are looking for an ambitious Communications Manager to manage DNV Maritime’s regional communications activities for the Region West Europe.

This position will be based in Hamburg or London and report to the Head of Regional Communications for Europe, Middle East & Africa.

What we offer

Your responsibilities

• Develop and implement the regional communications and marketing strategy, key messages and targeted campaigns to increase brand awareness and generate leads across DNV Maritime’s product and service categories
• Act as a key sparring partner for all communication related activities to the Regional Management and Business Development team of the Region West Europe
• Contribute to the development, execution, and delivery of content across all channels (such as PR, social media, marketing collateral, online publishing, internal communication)
• Foster local media relations and act as a spokesperson for local media requests
• Plan, design and execute trade shows, conferences and other marketing events incl. invitation management
• Create impactful campaigns following our “digital first” communications strategy with a potential to scale local initiatives globally
• Drive internal and leadership communications across different channels to provide a line of sight between high-level strategy and individual actions and goals
• Apply data analytics to personalize and optimize content and measure success
• Be the regional gatekeeper for global brand consistency, messaging, and tone of voice
• Oversee the regional marcoms budget, including event sponsoring and media spending
• Manage various agencies, freelancers, and student interns

About you

Qualifications

• University degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration or similar
• More than five years of experience in a communications, marketing or PR role
• Proven understanding of working a multitude of communications and marketing channels
• Event-management experience
• Familiarity with or openness to work with digital platforms & tools such as Eloqua

We offer

There are plenty of opportunities for personal growth through our 70-20-10 philosophy (70% learning on the job, 20% coaching and 10% training) and an individual career development plan.

• Become part of a truly international company with more than 150 years of heritage in a transitioning industry
• Work with great colleagues who value teamwork and flat hierarchies.
• Enjoy international dynamic working environment that supports your personal and professional growth.
• Fantastic career progression opportunities, with the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.
• Lifestyle benefits: annual leave + bank holidays. Opportunity to take unpaid leave, sabbatical leave, flexible working options
• Wellbeing benefits: include Private Medical and Dental Insurance, Health Assessments, Gym allowance). Company contribution towards eye tests and glasses (for computer/laptop users), and Flu Vaccinations.
• Financial Benefits: including a Pension Scheme with employer pension contributions up to 9%, Life Assurance and Income Protection
• Travel benefits: Cycle to Work Scheme, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (for personal use).