Public Relations Manager - Volvo UK

We are driving change in automotive
Let’s create change together.
Nothing beats being part of positive change. We’re on a truly exciting journey, working together in a fast-paced global environment to break new ground in almost every aspect of our operations. Right now, we have an exciting job opening for you as Public Relations Manager.

What’s in it for you?
In the role of PR Lead you will be responsible for executing PR Strategy and working with senior Volvo Car UK colleagues to identify news opportunities to support business operations and customer promotions, as well as enhancing and protecting the brand’s reputation in the UK media.
You will be reporting to the Head of Brandspace, which forms part of the wider Consumer Division of Volvo Car UK. In this role, you will also be responsible for all of Volvo’s relationships with editorial media as well as bringing a fresh perspective in developing new media relationships, too. You will be managing a team of three and will be responsible for directing and managing the team’s performance to ensure Volvo is positioned as the leader in the automative industry when it comes to safety, sustainability and electrification. Furthermore, you will be responsible for setting KPIs for Public Relations and through your work with the media, ensuring those KPIs are achieved and contributing to the overall goals of the Consumer Division.
Flexibility and agility are key with the role and you will be relied upon as the expert in your field to advise senior management on anything from crisis communications, high-level corporate communications and overall PR performance and brand perception within the media landscape.
You’ll be joining one of the most respected luxury brands at a critical time as it undergoes an incredible transformation to becoming an electric-only car manufacturer by 2030.
By applying for this position, you will be in charge of bringing brand stories to life in a creative way while working alongside a coordinated and collaborative marketing communications team that is collectively driving the brand forward.

What you’ll do
In this role as our Media Relations Lead you will be responsible to:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key journalists which help capitalise on coverage opportunities and help mitigate negative coverage
• Manage corporate/crisis PR strategy and tactics
• Creative thinking when it comes to storytelling with the media
• Ad hoc support for company executives speaking at corporate events
• Work with the UK and the global team at Volvo Cars as well as colleagues in the EMEA communications teams to capitalise on coverage opportunities by setting up media interviews with key company spokespeople
• Act as company spokesperson in media-facing interviews
• Line management of Product Communications Manager, PR and Media Events Executive and Press Fleet Coordinator
• Fosters a changing environment and ensures direct reports are focused on implementing change that will deliver tangible business results

Do you fit the profile?
We are looking for you who are social, passionate and creative with experience in devising and delivering PR strategies and campaigns. You have experience in crisis communications and are used to managing budgets.
You thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment and are at ease adapting to change and seeks to improve. You combine your natural interest in creating innovative communication strategies with an ability to always find the right channel for every story. You also know what it takes to create high-performing teams and engaged and motivated employees.

It is a benefit if you also have experience in Automotive and EV-specific knowledge together with broader luxury and lifestyle/consumer sector experience.

How to learn more and apply
We welcome your application with CV via the link provided in this ad at the latest July 14th, 2021. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted. For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Senior Recruiter, Maria Nilzon maria.nilzon@volvocars.com.

Who are we?

Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them.

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.

Location:Maidenhead UK

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