PR Business Lead - Corporate

Are you passionate about protecting, promoting, and enhancing the reputation of a leading organization? Do you thrive in strategic communication environments, where every word counts towards shaping perceptions? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Role Overview: As the PR Business Lead - Corporate, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding and elevating Co-op's reputation. Reporting directly to the Head of Group PR, you will be responsible for developing and executing annual PR plans, managing key strategic campaigns, and overseeing major announcements. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders at all levels, offering strategic PR counsel and guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic PR advice and counsel to stakeholders across Co-op, including Op Board level.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, influencers, and relevant PR contacts.
• Manage planned and unplanned reputational and crisis management activities.
• Lead significant areas of corporate PR, aligning activities with the group strategy and vision.
• Oversee external agency relationships and output.

Desired Behaviors:

• Forge strong relationships internally and externally, collaborating with various Co-op teams.
• Communicate inspirationally through both written and verbal channels, ensuring high-quality content.
• Champion Co-op's values, products, and services while understanding its economic, social, and democratic impact.
• Speak up confidently, offering constructive advice and challenging decisions when necessary.

Key Capabilities:

• Excellent planning and prioritization skills, adept at managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Drive and determination to achieve outstanding PR coverage.
• Resilience and composure under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Strong PR campaign planning skills, collaborating across the business ecosystem.
• Deep understanding of media management techniques and evolving media landscape trends.

Work Level Descriptor:

• Accountability: Contribute to strategic planning, manage delivery within budgets.
• Impact: Provide thought leadership, foster inclusivity, and shape the function's response to challenges.
• Cooperation: Collaborate with peers and other teams to achieve the best outcomes for Co-op.

Why Join Us? Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a real impact on Co-op's reputation and success. You'll have the opportunity to lead strategic initiatives, collaborate with talented colleagues, and shape the future of PR at Co-op.

Apply Now to Make a Difference! If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to Co-op's continued success, apply now to join our team as a PR Business Lead - Corporate. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

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