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Global Communication & Content Manager

Schneider Electric

Global Communication & Content Manager

Salary Not Specified

Schneider Electric, Edinburgh

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 6 days ago, 14 Sep | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 945282a562ef472fb3680861b0e35bbd

Full Job Description

  • Collaborate with lines of business, global marketing, and communications teams to develop and execute content and external communication strategies that advance organizational goals and pique target audience interest.

  • Create, curate, and manage high-quality written and visual content, including articles, blogs, website copy, presentations, speaking abstracts, videos, infographics, executive communications, and more.

  • Build and maintain relationships with key influencers and stakeholders, such as journalists, industry analysts, and subject matter experts

  • Produce engaging content for media outlets, including press releases, media alerts, feature stories, customer stories, byline articles, media kits

  • Manage the development of deep content including research, whitepapers, eBooks and its amplification with media and analysts

  • Manage interviews and speaking engagements for company spokespeople

  • Organize and execute press events, such as press conferences and media briefings

  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistency in messaging and communications

  • Monitor news outlets for media coverage of our organization and industry trends, develop recommendations for improvement and then adjust strategies as needed

  • Conduct research to stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging communication techniques to maintain a competitive edge

  • Craft clear and compelling messaging and thought leadership materials that communicate complex ideas in a relatable and accessible manner

  • Ensure content accuracy, relevance, and SEO optimization

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as design, product, segment, and subject matter experts to ensure content alignment and consistency in messaging, tone, and brand voice across all communication materials

  • Monitor content performance metrics to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement

  • Assist in the coordination and execution of virtual and physical events, webinars, and workshops to promote brand awareness and engagement

    We are seeking a motivated and creative Communications and Content expert to join our dynamic Global Industrial Automation communications team. As a Global Communications Manager, you will engage our target audiences, enhance brand visibility, and drive business objectives by turning complex and nuanced topics into creative, impactful, and crisp stories, headlines, and technical content that is optimized for audience and media. This is an excellent opportunity for a communications professional with a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail., Exceptional writing, proofreading, and editing skills with a strong command of English grammar, style, and tone. Copywriting samples requested

  • Proficiency in optimizing content for various tactics and audiences

  • Intermediate to proficient understanding of SEO methodologies and content optimization techniques

  • Familiarity with content management systems (CMS)

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines

  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

  • Confidence in working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), Teams and SharePoint

  • Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and/or video editing software is a plus

  • Creative thinking and a passion for staying up-to-date with the latest communication trends and tools

  • Comfortable in a large international matrix-based organization marketing to a technical and industrial marketplace

    At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity.


    • We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.

    "We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability.", When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

    IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

    We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

    Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!

    ₠36 billion global revenue
    +13% organic growth
    150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
    #1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations

    You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

    Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.

    You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here

    At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here

    Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

    Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Learning Portal and much more.