AGILE COACH : WPP OPEN - Contract / Permanent
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LondonnWPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.nWorking at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 115,000 accomplished people in 110 countries. WPP has headquarters in New York, London and Singapore and a corporate presence in major markets worldwide.nWe create transformative ideas and outcomes for our clients through an integrated offer of communications, experience, commerce, and technology.nWPP and our award-winning agencies work with most of the world's biggest companies and organisations – from Ford, Unilever and P&G to Google, HSBC, and the UN.nWhy we're hiring:nAs an Agile Coach for the WPP Open Programme, you will play a pivotal role in embedding Agile principles and practices within teams across the organisation. You will work closely with leadership, project teams, and stakeholders to enable a culture of agility, foster continuous improvement, and ensure high-performing teams. This role requires deep expertise in Agile frameworks, strong facilitation skills, and the ability to inspire and coach teams toward self-organisation and operational excellence.nWhat you'll be doing:nAgile Transformation and CoachingnDrive Agile adoption across teams, departments, and projects within the WPP Open Programme.nAct as a mentor and coach to teams, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and leadership to build Agile capabilities and foster self-governing, high-performing teams.nSupport the scaling of Agile practices, tailoring frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.) to fit the programme's unique needs.nFacilitate Agile ceremonies, workshops, and retrospectives to drive collaboration, alignment, and continuous improvement.nTeam and Stakeholder EngagementnCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with Agile values, principles, and best practices.nEducate and engage leadership and stakeholders on Agile principles, enabling their role in supporting Agile transformations.nHelp resolve impediments that block team progress, working closely with stakeholders to streamline workflows and remove barriers.nContinuous Improvement and MetricsnAdvocate a culture of feedback and learning, driving continuous improvement in team processes and outcomes.nDevelop and track Agile metrics to measure team performance, program progress, and the impact of Agile adoption.nProvide actionable insights and recommendations based on metrics and retrospectives to optimise delivery and team efficiency.nChange Management and FacilitationnAdvocate for Agile mindsets and cultural shifts, building a shared understanding of its benefits throughout the organisation.nFacilitate workshops and training sessions to educate teams on Agile frameworks and improve their ability to adapt to changing demands.nSupport teams through organisational changes, ensuring transitions are smooth and sustainable.nDesired Skills and Experience:nEducation: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; certifications in Agile frameworks (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, SAFe Program Consultant, ICAgile Certified Professional) are actively preferred.nExperience: 5+ years as an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, or similar role, with a proven track record of driving Agile transformations in large organisations.nAgile Expertise: Deep knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, etc.) and the ability to tailor approaches to diverse team needs.nFacilitation Skills: Exceptional facilitation skills to guide teams, lead workshops, and mediate conflicts to build alignment and consensus.nLeadership and Communication: Strong ability to engage, influence, and coach stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.nProblem-Solving: Skilled at identifying and addressing impediments, using creativity and collaboration to develop effective solutions.nTechnical Proficiency: Familiarity with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or equivalent platforms to support transparency and collaboration.nWho you are:nYou're open :
We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views.nYou're optimistic :
We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures for our people, our clients and our communities.nYou're extraordinary:
we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing.nWhat we'll give you:nPassionate, inspired people
– We promote a culture of people that do extraordinary work.nScale and opportunity
– We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.nChallenging and stimulating work
– Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?n#LI-OnsitenWPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability.
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Senior Back-End Developer (.Net) - WPP Open
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Senior Back-End Developer (.Net) - WPP Open – LondonnWPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.nWorking at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.nWPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.nOur people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.nWhy we're hiring:nAbout WPP Open:nWPP Open is at the forefront of transforming how WPP delivers value to its clients. We are building a unified product ecosystem that empowers our agencies and clients with cutting-edge tools and data-driven insights. Our product organization is driven by a clear vision, strategic execution, and a commitment to continuous innovation. We are seeking Strong Product Engineers to join our WPP Open Team and be part of our future AI vision.nThis program of work is central to WPPs’ continued success, helping augment their world class AI with a back-office workflow platform. The value add is to enable agencies to manage their work end to end within our innovate platform.nThis is a greenfield program of work to replace their existing workflow system with bespoke .Net development using a microservice architecture in Azure and Kubernetes.nResponsibilities
What you'll be doing:nWrite clean, scalable code using .NET programming languagesnWrite unit tests and drive code from those testsnRemain up to date with the terminology, concepts and best practices for codingnContribute to architecture and software design with other team membersnContribute to cloud design in AzurenCreate proof of concepts to prove assumptionsnDevelop client displays and user interfacesnAssist software personnel in handling project related work and other requirementsnCoordinate with other software professionals and developersnQualifications
What you'll need:nFamiliarity with design patterns and pattern of enterprise application architecturenExpert knowledge of SOLID principlesn5+ years of development experience using C#nProven track record of software design from Test Driven DevelopmentnKnowledge of at least one other OO language (e.g. C++, Java) and HTML5/CSS3nFamiliarity with architecture styles/APIs (REST, gRPC)nUnderstanding of Agile methodologiesnStrong attention to detailnExcellent troubleshooting and communication skillsnAble to work well in a team settingnWho you are
u2018You're openu003cem>:u2019
We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.nu2018You're optimisticu003cem>:u2019
We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.nu2018You're extraordinaryu003cstrong>:
we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.nWhat we'll give you
Passionate, inspired people
– We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.nScale and opportunity
– We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.nChallenging and stimulating work
– Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?n#LI-OnsitenWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.nWPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.nInterested in building your career at WPP? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.
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Senior Front-End Developer (ReactJS) - WPP OPEN
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LondonnWPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.nWorking at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.nWPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.nOur people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.nWhy we're hiring:nThis program of work is central to WPPs’ continued success, helping augment their world class AI with a back-office workflow platform. The value add is to enable agencies to manage their work end to end within our innovate platform.nThis is a greenfield program of work to replace their existing workflow system with bespoke .Net development using a microservice architecture in Azure and Kubernetes.nWhat you'll be doing:nWe are looking for a talented Senior Front-End Developer to join our dynamic team. This role will focus on building and maintaining high-quality web applications with a focus on ReactJS (or similar frameworks), micro frontends, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and automation testing. If you're passionate about creating seamless, scalable, and maintainable user interfaces, we'd love to meet you!nThis role will report into the Tech Lead of your work stream or into the Senior Director of Development.nDesign, develop, and maintain modern web applications using ReactJS (or similar front-end frameworks).nArchitect and implement micro frontends to ensure modular, scalable, and efficient solutions.nCollaborate with cross-functional teams (design, backend, product) to deliver seamless user experiences.nEnsure the quality of code through Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices and write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.nImplement automation testing frameworks to improve testing efficiency and coverage.nOptimize front-end performance for speed and scalability.nParticipate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to junior developers.nStay up to date with the latest front-end development trends, tools, and best practices.nMentor and guide junior and mid-level developers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.nWhat you'll need:nProven experience working with micro frontends architecture and principles.nSolid understanding of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and hands-on experience in writing testable code.nFamiliarity with automation testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress, Selenium).nExperience with state management libraries like Redux, Recoil, or similar.nStrong understanding of version control systems, especially Git.nKnowledge of RESTful APIs and integrating front-end with back-end services.nFamiliarity with build tools like Webpack, Babel, and task runners like Gulp or Grunt.nExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously.nStrong communication skills and ability to work in an agile team environment.nNice to have:nExperience with containerization and Docker.nKnowledge of cloud-based platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).nExperience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.nWho you are:nYou're open:
We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.nYou're optimistic:
We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures for our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.nYou're extraordinary:
we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.nWhat we'll give you:nPassionate, inspired people
– We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.nScale and opportunity
– We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.nChallenging and stimulating work
– Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?n#LI-OnsitenWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.nWPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.nInterested in building your career at WPP? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.
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Public Relations Specialist
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This role focuses on raising the firm's profile by securing positive media coverage for partners and key practices across UK and legal press. It involves developing and executing PR plans to promote thought leadership, events, campaigns, partner hires, and other marketing initiatives in the London market
Client Details
A leading law firm in London who are looking for a new PR and Comms Manager. You will report into the Associate Director of PR and Comms
Description
Serve as day-to-day media contact.
Research and secure media opportunities across national, trade, regional, and legal press.
Build relationships with target journalists and pitch story ideas.
Connect media with firm partners and coordinate media briefings.
Prepare partners for interviews and advise on press engagement.
Monitor editorial calendars and identify visibility opportunities.
Write press releases, pitches, and media content.
Develop compelling angles for firm news to boost media interest.
Maintain media contact database.
Attend practice group meetings to align PR with business goals.
Collaborate with external PR agencies to ensure aligned, conflict-free activity.
Profile
Strong organizational skills; able to prioritize, multitask, and work well under pressure.
Excellent written and verbal communication; produces high-quality drafts with minimal edits.
Solid grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension.
Skilled in handling complex topics, ideally legal-related.
Detail-oriented with a focus on quality.
Proficient in PR tools (media databases, monitoring platforms).
Proactive, collaborative, and highly motivated.
Professional, polite, and positive attitude.
Strong interpersonal and team-working skills.
Eager to learn and grow professionally.
Trustworthy with confidential information.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiar with legal software and social media (e.g. LinkedIn).
Job Offer
Permanent role
Manager position
Reporting into the AD of PR and Comms
Hybrid working - 3 days in the office
Salary up to 70k
London based role
Public Relations Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
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This role focuses on raising the firm's profile by securing positive media coverage for partners and key practices across UK and legal press. It involves developing and executing PR plans to promote thought leadership, events, campaigns, partner hires, and other marketing initiatives in the London market
Client Details
A leading law firm in London who are looking for a new PR and Comms Manager. You will report into the Associate Director of PR and Comms
Description
Serve as day-to-day media contact.
Research and secure media opportunities across national, trade, regional, and legal press.
Build relationships with target journalists and pitch story ideas.
Connect media with firm partners and coordinate media briefings.
Prepare partners for interviews and advise on press engagement.
Monitor editorial calendars and identify visibility opportunities.
Write press releases, pitches, and media content.
Develop compelling angles for firm news to boost media interest.
Maintain media contact database.
Attend practice group meetings to align PR with business goals.
Collaborate with external PR agencies to ensure aligned, conflict-free activity.
Profile
Strong organizational skills; able to prioritize, multitask, and work well under pressure.
Excellent written and verbal communication; produces high-quality drafts with minimal edits.
Solid grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension.
Skilled in handling complex topics, ideally legal-related.
Detail-oriented with a focus on quality.
Proficient in PR tools (media databases, monitoring platforms).
Proactive, collaborative, and highly motivated.
Professional, polite, and positive attitude.
Strong interpersonal and team-working skills.
Eager to learn and grow professionally.
Trustworthy with confidential information.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiar with legal software and social media (e.g. LinkedIn).
Job Offer
Permanent role
Manager position
Reporting into the AD of PR and Comms
Hybrid working - 3 days in the office
Salary up to 70k
London based role
Senior Public Relations Manager
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic public relations plans for a diverse portfolio of clients.
- Manage client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact.
- Craft compelling press releases, media pitches, speeches, and other PR materials.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, influencers, and key media outlets.
- Proactively identify opportunities for media coverage and manage crisis communications effectively.
- Oversee social media strategies and digital PR initiatives.
- Monitor media coverage, analyze campaign performance, and provide comprehensive reports to clients.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., marketing, creative) to ensure integrated communication efforts.
- Manage PR budgets and resources effectively.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging communication technologies.
- Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in public relations, preferably within an agency setting.
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful PR campaigns.
- Strong understanding of media relations, corporate communications, and crisis management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a flair for storytelling.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong media relationships.
- Proficiency in PR software and social media management tools.
- Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple clients.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the UK.
Associate Director - Healthcare Public Relations
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Exciting opportunity for a commercially astute Associate Director to head up a well-established account team at a thriving global PR agency.
As Associate Director you will help lead impactful, strategic healthcare communications. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you’ll drive business growth, mentor high-performing teams, and provide expert consultancy to top-tier clients. This is your chance to shape the future of communications in a collaborative, values-driven agency.
️ Strategic client leadership
️ Business development & account growth
️ People management & mentoring
️ Salary £70k-£80k, plus excellent benefits & career development
Applicants must have at least 5 years' experience working in a healthcare PR agency setting, be based in the UK, and have no visa requirements.
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Account Executive, Public Relations(UK)
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What began in 2017 as an idea on the back of a napkin has quickly become an award-winning, fastest-growing communications firm working with some big-name consumer and B2B technology brands. At SourceCode, we’re focused on bringing brains and hustle, humanity and technology, creativity and business intelligence back to public relations.
SourceCode’s Account Executives are not expected to remain on the sidelines of an account and are required to be active (and opinionated) members of the team. We’re looking for a professional with 1-2 years of experience to become a valued team member and client counselor. We want our Account Executives to be given responsibilities and opportunities to help them grow as professionals. Opportunity is earned and is celebrated across the wider team
About SourceCode
Since inception in 2017, SourceCode Communication’s philosophy has centered on changing technology conversations by injecting humanity, empathy, and an emphasis on storytelling back into technology communications. We believe that if we can make the end user emotionally connect with a brand, we can more effectively change perceptions and behaviour. SourceCode has used this philosophy to fuel its growth into an award-winning communications marketing agency delivering measurable business impact to brands across D2C, Health & Wellness, Consumer Lifestyle, Consumer Technology, Financial Technology, Mobile, Cloud & Telecoms, Insights & Engagement, Analytics, and Enterprise Technology.
What really differentiates SourceCode is the company’s relentless pursuit to uncover and shine a light on meaningful stories that make people think and feel, and we’re proud to have been named a best-in-class agency for our ability to do so. We have been shortlisted by PRovoke for Digital Agency of the Year, named one of America’s Best PR Agencies by Forbes, and honoured at the SABRE Awards North America for PR Agency Citizenship. In 2020, we were PRWeek’s Outstanding Boutique Agency and Best Places to Work, and Adweek named us a top 10 Fastest Growing Agency. The agency also proudly runs the Diversity Marketing Consortium™ , a charity using communications to amplify Black-, female-, and other minority-owned businesses.
In September 2023, SourceCode opened its first international office in the UK. We have seen a lot of interest to expand our services into the UK and beyond, and with the opening of the UK office, we are excited to begin our international expansion plans. We have already secured clients in the UK and are building the team to support growth.
Salary Band:
£28,000 - £32,000
What You’ll Do:
- Liaise with client contacts over Slack, email, in-person and on status calls to deliver relevant updates; ability to draft client messages with minimal edits
- Develop pitches, build accurate target media list in Muck Rack, draft thoughtful briefing materials, engage with media, and build core reporter relationships
- Analyse Muck Rack open data to draw out themes and trends to share with teams/clients
- Read and share relevant news each day with teams and clients; demonstrate understanding of client media priorities
- Consume industry news to understand how it might impact or connect to clients; lead fuel rapid response
- Effectively track speaker/awards/events/ed cals/seasonal calendar to maximise client success
- Research and identify targeted influencers
- Social calendar management and content creation
- Deliver call/meeting reports to team leads for review, requiring minimal edits each time
- Responsible for reporting, including drafting agendas, action items, priorities and recap emails
- Help project manage account work across teams, tracking tasks in Asana
- Brainstorming and creative thinking; be vocal contributors across all elements of campaigns but most notably in internal and client brainstorms and planning sessions to contribute to team success
- Respond/communicate to internal requests in a timely manner
- Demonstrate understanding of client goals and KPIs; alert team members if tasks/KPIs are delayed or off track & have some recommendation about how to remedy
- Participation in business development opportunities; take an active role pitch meetings
Requirements
- With 1+ years of professional experience, SourceCode’s Account Executives must have a good understanding of communications and client service
- You have an interest in technology and are fascinated by the ways in which it impacts our lives today, and inspired by what it might enable in years to come
- Ambitious and driven, you enjoy working through complex challenges and problem solving
- You are accountable for your work and take ownership of assigned tasks
- Waiting for direction is not your style; you’re comfortable volunteering for and trying new tasks
- As a team member you’re proficient in organising your own workload against priority and importance for the good of the team, and helping other team members to do the same
- Ability to manage your own time to ensure deadlines are met
- Proactively offer solutions to problems presented
- Competency with industry-specific applications such as Cision, Muck Rack, Meltwater, etc.
- An ability to connect news/trends to clients and an understanding of media landscape
- You know the details are important - whether scheduling a meeting, taking meeting notes or drafting a press release - but you’re keen to learn new skills and tools too
- Strong level of computer literacy and knowledge of applications such as G Suite, Slack, and Microsoft Office, as well as social applications
- While a university degree is preferred, this is primarily because a degree demonstrates a level of commitment, an aptitude for learning and an appetite for personal development. We appreciate that it rarely tells us the whole story and as a consequence, we welcome applications from non-graduates able to demonstrate an aptitude for the role.
Benefits
- Robust benefits programme
- Holiday and paid time off minimums
- Company pension scheme
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Workplace flexibility
- Professional learning and development platform
- 6-month paid parental leave
- Paid volunteer and professional development days
Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
Public Relations & Communications Director - Digital Assets
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Selby Jennings has partnered with a global financial technology and infrastructure firm supporting capital markets with a focus on innovation, operational resilience, and digital transformation. The company's Digital Assets division offers institutional platforms for managing digital assets and collateral. Its Consulting Services business-recently revitalized under new leadership-supports clients with regulatory reporting, post-trade efficiency, and treasury clearing solutions.
Role Overview
This senior-level role will lead public relations for two high-growth business lines. The successful candidate will shape external messaging, drive media engagement, and support thought leadership across blockchain, DLT, and financial consultancy domains.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global PR strategies aligned with business goals.
- Build and maintain relationships with Tier 1 and specialist media (e.g. WSJ, FT, CoinDesk).
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders (MD/C-suite) and marketing colleagues to shape messaging.
- Write and place press releases, bylined articles, and thought leadership content.
- Manage PR agency relationships in the US and UK.
- Monitor media coverage and identify new opportunities.
- Support social media and video content initiatives.
- Leverage AI tools to enhance PR innovation and delivery.
- Ensure reputational risk is managed through strong editorial judgement.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum 8 years of dedicated PR experience.
- Degree in Marketing, Journalism, or Communications.
- Experience in digital assets is crucial -including blockchain, crypto, or DLT-related PR.
- Strong writing and storytelling skills; able to simplify complex topics.
- Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders across the business.
- Skilled in prioritisation and working to journalist deadlines.
- Analytical mindset with ability to measure impact and optimise strategy