EY Global Issues Reputation Communications Manager 

United Kingdom, England, London 

345094896

Your key responsibilities

• Support a team providing strategic counsel to senior management, working as an integrated member of the wider cross-functional and business leadership issues team.
• Develop and implement crisis communication strategies and plans in response to potential threats or emergencies that may impact the organization.
• Engage with media, often on complex and time sensitive issues.
• Monitor and analyse media coverage and social media activity to identify trends and developments which may impact the organization.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, public relations teams in EY member firms, and trusted external advisors.
• Support a culture of continuous improvement, including in relation to relevant policies and official guidance relating to reputation management across the organization.
• Work with a broad ecosystem of business and communications professionals to develop strategic messaging on a wide range of issues, from c-suite insights to narratives on EY services, capabilities and major organizational milestones.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Minimum 6-8 years’ PR and social media experience working in-house or within an agency, with direct experience managing reputational issues and working in an international context.
• Ability to synthesize complex information quickly, and apply this to successfully create compelling, clear communications strategies
• A self-starter with a “can do” attitude and the drive to get the job done; the potential to develop within the organization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• An appreciation for and flexibility in responding to the time and endurance requirements of crisis situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in social media monitoring and management tools.

What we offer

As part of this role, you'll work in a highly integrated, global team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.