Regional Communications Manager, Riyadh

Client of GulfBankers

Impact:

• Assist in developing and executing external and internal communications strategies that position S&P Global Commodity Insights as a leader in the energy, data/benchmark, and sustainability sectors across the EMEA region.
• Support media relations efforts by cultivating strong relationships with top-tier media outlets, journalists, and industry influencers to achieve impactful media placements.
• Create and deliver key messaging and campaigns for internal communications, including thought leadership content, press materials, and internal communication plans.
• Contribute to broader strategic planning and execution of communications, including crisis communications and rapid-response strategies, ensuring consistent messaging during challenging situations.
• Track regional media coverage and internal metrics to measure the effectiveness of communications and ensure alignment with business goals.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the communications strategy for S&P Global Commodity Insights within the EMEA region aligned with divisional and corporate objectives.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and subject matter experts to craft compelling narratives and communicate key strategic initiatives and innovations.
• Draft and distribute external content, including press releases, statements, media advisories, pitch materials, and bylined articles.
• Create internal content, including executive messages for senior stakeholders, and manage internal events as required.
• Ensure all communications align with S&P Global s corporate values, vision, and strategic goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, top-tier global media, industry analysts, and key journalists across the EMEA region.
• Coordinate media interviews, press briefings, and events to promote divisional initiatives and corporate goals.
• Monitor and report on communications results aligned with divisional and enterprise strategic goals.
• Manage media relations during crises, ensuring effective responses and mitigating potential reputational risks.