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Senior Manager, Global Media Relations

AT Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric

Senior Manager, Global Media Relations

Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Senior Manager, Global Media Relations

Location: New York City, NY or London, UK

Mission:

As the Senior Manager of Global Media Relations, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Schneider Electric's reputation and driving impactful media coverage. Based in one of the world's major media markets, New York City or London, you will collaborate closely with Schneider Electric's executive team, business units across geographies to identify compelling stories and translate complex technical information into engaging narratives for the media.

Key Responsibilities:

• Media Relationship Management:

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive media relations strategy aligned with Schneider Electric's corporate objectives.
  • Build and nurture relationships with top-tier journalists and editors at influential media outlets.
  • Proactively pitch compelling stories that showcase Schneider Electric's innovations and sustainability initiatives.
  • Respond to media inquiries promptly and effectively, providing accurate and timely information.

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• Storytelling:
  • Develop compelling narratives that highlight Schneider Electric's value proposition and differentiate the company from competitors.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to create engaging content, including press releases, byline articles, and other media materials.

• Media Training:
  • Conduct media training sessions for executives and key spokespeople, equipping them with the skills to deliver impactful messages.

• Event Support:
  • Support media programs at key industry events and company initiatives, including press conferences, media briefings, and executive interviews.

• Measurement and Analysis:
  • Track and analyze media coverage to measure the impact of media relations efforts.
  • Utilize media monitoring tools to identify opportunities and measure key performance indicators (KPIs).

Skills and attributes:

• Solid years of experience in media relations, preferably within a corporate or agency setting.

• Proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with Tier 1 media outlets.

• Experience in the energy, sustainability, or technology sectors preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

• Experience working with senior executives and managing complex communication challenges

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.

"We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability."

What we offer you:

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

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36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations

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Client-provided location(s): Maitland House, Southend-on-Sea SS1 2JY, UK
Job ID: Schneider_Electric-https://careers.se.com/jobs/82581?lang=en-us
Employment Type: Full Time