Senior Manager External Communications For UK And Europe

Job description:

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced London-based Marketing Communications and Media Relations leader to enhance the visibility and impact of our brand through communications and thought leadership, primarily focusing on UK and our priority markets in Europe. This role will drive integrated communications strategies that support business growth, strengthen executive positioning, and deliver measurable impact in a competitive technology landscape.

This role has two main areas of focus – Marketing Communications and Media Relations. Details are as below.

Marketing Communications:

• 12–15 years of experience in marketing communications and media relations, preferably within B2B and technology-led organisations
• Strong executive presence with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop differentiated story angles and thought leadership perspectives that cut through crowded technology and AI markets
• Track record of building and delivering end-to-end thought leadership programmes, including executive positioning, bylines and op-eds, speaking opportunities, awards, and owned content aligned to business priorities
• Extensive experience writing for senior executives and securing placement of contributed content in relevant publications
• Good working knowledge of social media platforms and content strategy to support brand visibility and thought leadership objectives
• Proven experience planning and executing integrated, account-based and industry-focused campaigns in close partnership with account and business teams, with clear messaging, strong assets, and defined outcomes.

Media Relations:

• Strong understanding of the media landscape across key UK and European markets
• Established relationships with top-tier journalists and experience developing compelling storylines that drive high-quality, consistent coverage
• Proven ability to provide strategic media relations counsel to senior executives and spokespersons, including preparing, briefing, and managing all aspects of the media interview process
• Sharp news judgement, with the ability to operate at pace, manage tight deadlines, and secure inclusion in priority news cycles
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and hands-on experience in media monitoring, analysis, and reporting, including competitive benchmarking, share of voice, share of reach, and social media metrics.

• Reporting to Wipros global head for Communication & Media Relations, this individual will work in close partnership with Wipros Europe CMO, field marketingleads & the business leadership team to deliver an integrated communications charter that reflects regional priorities
• Ensure that the integrated PR & media programmes across the UK & Europe are aligned with the global plan
• Shape differentiated narratives by tracking technology & AI trends & competitive positioning, strengthening Wipro’s profile as an AI-powered, consulting-led technology services firm
• Lead the UK/Europe agency partner relationship to drive opportunity & results
• Develop high-impact thought leadership & executive bylines for senior leaders in the region
• Create targeted media pitches & manage press engagement to drive sustained, positive coverage in priority publications
• Secure & manage executive media opportunities, including briefings, interview preparation & strategic counsel
• Collaborate with social media team to amplify campaign impact & reach
• Lead client communications in partnership with account teams, delivering executive updates, announcements & milestone storytelling in support of regional growth
• Develop client-ready messaging & materials, including key messages, Q&As, talking points & presentations for major initiatives & business reviews
• Provide counsel on sensitive & high-stakes communications, including issues management, escalations & change moments
• Draft or oversee press releases, thought leadership content & supporting communications, ensuring quality, consistency & timely internal approvals
• Support crisis communications as needed

Reinvent your world. We are building a modern Wipro. We are an end-to-end digital transformation partner with the boldest ambitions. To realize them, we need people inspired by reinvention. Of yourself, your career, and your skills. We want to see the constant evolution of our business and our industry. It has always been in our DNA - as the world around us changes, so do we. Join a business powered by purpose and a place that empowers you to design your own reinvention. Come to Wipro. Realize your ambitions. 

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