External Communications Lead

Westhill, Aberdeen, UK (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableMid LevelPermanent

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own external communications and thought leadership to shape how the Group is seen, translating complex tech and operations into clear messages and driving proactive promotion across key channels.

  • Brand & Content Ownership: Lead white papers, case studies, and corporate editorial to elevate the Group narrative.
  • Message Translation: Turn technical and ops insights into compelling content with cross divisional collaboration.
  • Social & Channels: Own LinkedIn and other external channels to amplify credibility and trust.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead high impact external communications content, including white papers, thought leadership pieces, case studies and corporate editorial, strengthening and elevating the Group narrative
  • Translate complex technical expertise and operational insights into clear, compelling communications, working closely with divisional teams and subject matter experts across the business
  • Develop content that brings the Group’s capabilities to life, supporting sector positioning and enhancing reputation with key external audiences
  • Take ownership of the Group’s social media presence, including LinkedIn, using strategic content to build trust, amplify thought leadership and strengthen brand reputation
  • Provide expert communications guidance to stakeholders across the Group, ensuring all external content is clear, consistent and aligned to business priorities
  • Lead proactive external communications activity, driving the effective promotion and amplification of corporate content across the most relevant channels.
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James Fisher & Sons PLC

Above, below and beyond the world’s oceans. James Fisher is a global marine solutions provider like no other. Our market is the Blue Economy, water is where we come alive. We have the technical expertise and experience that spans centuries, industries and continents. Our track record allows us to deliver on complex customer challenges in the most demanding environment - the world’s oceans. We enhance the global shift towards more productive and cleaner energy production. We connect the world’s supply chains through maritime innovation. And we protect lives and assets above, below and beyond the surface. Our commitment to a safer, more secure and sustainable future will continue to inspire and drive us forward.

Barrow-In-Furness, England, GBR
497 employees (22 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
18.1K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
39.8%
Direct
35%
Referral
15%
Social
9.1%
Paid
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~497

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
10 (2% of company)