External Affairs and Communications Manager Full Time

Vacancy: External Affairs and Communications Manager

Location: Global Flexible

Job Family: Commercial

Together for a cleaner, healthier world.

Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 100 company, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 13,000 people. Johnson Matthey uses science to make the world cleaner and healthier. Over the past two centuries we have built our reputation and place as a global leader through quality, integrity, and innovation. Today, more than 93% of the group’s sales come from products and services which provide sustainability benefits through the positive impact they have on the environment, resource efficiency and human health, but that’s not enough. We have ambitious plans for growth and need talented individuals to help shape and lead us into our next century.

Catalyst Technologies (CT) is a market leader in the syngas value chain. It develops and supplies high-value, specialty process technology and catalysts for chemicals and fuels processing to enable our customers to operate efficiently, profitably and sustainably. With CT at the forefront of the transition to sustainable chemicals and fuels, the transition to net zero is creating exciting new opportunities in this sector.

The role holder will develop and lead CT’s overarching external marketing strategy, including the external engagement plan, advocacy positioning and industry-leading market communications. They will position CT as a visible market leader in Sustainable Solutions through thought-leadership papers, engagement with industry stakeholders, high-profile marketing campaigns and event planning. They will lead a team of MarComms specialists supporting the full breadth of CT’s product and licensing portfolio, addressing the needs of current and future customers in the fuels and chemicals markets, optimising use of the most effective and impactful channels.

Your responsibilities:
Accountable for developing and leading overarching external marketing strategy and execution plan for CT globally including external engagement/advocacy and communications.
Develop and drive CT’s global External Affairs strategy, working closely with Business Development and Strategic Marketing teams as well as experts in Central Functions, in coordination with Group Corporate Affairs to identify needs and JM representation
Identify opportunities and instigate the development of programs for thought-leadership positioning to influence regulatory policies and other stakeholders in support of business strategy and marketing/brand positioning, including but not limited to content creation and participation in industry alliances
Act as the primary point of contact with Central Functions for Corp Comms, Marketing Communications and External Affairs/Advocacy; as part of this role, input in Group Corporate Affairs strategy and implement Groups Comms strategy, standards, and framework at CT level
Develop consistent, impactful messaging and content for GLT/GLT-1 leaders, placing them at events that best drive our strategic narrative and build impactful customer connections
Manage CT Marcomms budget :£1.5M – identify and monitor KPIs that will demonstrate continual improvement in return on this investment
Lead and manage the CT team Marketing Communications specialists, focusing on differentiated content

Requirements for the role:
Degree most likely in a scientific, technical, business or marketing discipline
Established senior leader for complex multinational businesses with expertise in external affairs and marketing/commercial analysis
People leadership and development
Substantial experience in managing and delivering the development of significant high -profile campaigns
Experience of developing an advocacy and stake-holder engagement strategy
Understanding of the chemicals and energy marketplace is desirable

How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles). Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing – for you and your family.

We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities.

We’ll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We’ll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we’re self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We’re passionate about making a difference and delivering a better tomorrow for us and for you – a cleaner and healthier world, today and for future generations.

Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.

Closing date for applications: 17 February 2023

For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact UKRecruit@matthey.com.

How to apply:

If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

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