Significant communications leadership experience within a blue-chip brand-led organisation and/or PR firm
Proven track record delivering internal communications programmes and supporting executive profiles (speechwriting, media)
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary communications partner for DCP leadership in EMEA and the main liaison with global and in-market communications teams
Develop long-term, insight-led communication strategies tied to business priorities; support markets on issues and stakeholder communication
Ensure campaigns are leveraged with B2B audiences to maximise commercial value; prioritise activations across EMEA and the UK
Create 12–18 month strategic plans and toolkits for markets, with clear target audiences, KPIs and budget guidance; lead reporting and analysis across local, regional and global activity
Provide executive support across presentations, speech writing, internal messaging and profile development; keep leaders informed on coverage, potential issues and competitor activity
Oversee an inclusive, robust internal communications programme (e.g., Town Halls, internal platform content) in partnership with regional teams
Lead issues management and corporate communications: develop messaging, internal announcements and press statements; coordinate cross-functional responses for product recall or IP leak scenarios; monitor sentiment and guide proactive troubleshooting
Co-create annual strategic communications plans aligned to segment AOPs; partner with commercialisation, marketing and category leadership to identify growth areas and build innovative campaigns
Own budget planning and tracking; set campaign KPIs and ensure creative strategies meet business objectives; align planning cycles across markets and share timely plans
Lead campaign delivery: strategic media engagement, approval of all media materials, senior journalist relationship management, PR event oversight, and third-party agency briefing, pitching and performance management
Model Disney culture—operate with integrity, champion change, collaborate across TWDC, and mentor a high-performing PR team to deliver earned media and social buzz across the region
Lead the communications function across the region—covering PR, internal communications, executive engagement, issues management and B2B communications; partner closely across The Walt Disney Company to unlock synergy on key campaigns and collaborate with integrated marketing/promotions to amplify impact; manage a team of 4–5 based in London and across the region
Skills
PR
Internal Communications
Executive Engagement
Issues Management
B2B Communications
Communication Strategy
Team Management
Stakeholder Liaison
The Walt Disney Company
Leading producers & providers of entertainment and information