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As an External Communications VP based in Paris, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping Barclays’ reputation across Europe. Sitting within the Investment Bank’s External Communications team, you will advise the Europe CEO and Country CEOs across our Europe region. You will lead high‑impact media strategies, and ensure our messaging aligns to Group and Investment Bank priorities. You’ll oversee multi‑market PR activity, manage relationships with top‑tier European financial media, guide spokesperson strategy, and provide expert counsel on reputational, regulatory and political issues. You will also drive issues management and crisis response, while coordinating closely with Group and regional teams to deliver consistent, strategic communications within Europe.
Job Responsibility:
Delivery and execution of the bank’s external communications strategy
Development of strategy aligned campaigning/ tactical content/ news flow
Maintenance of external stakeholder relationships, such as media outlets and industry groups
Reputational risk minimisation and management for the Bank and its senior leadership
Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management
Manage and mitigate risks through assessment
Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls
Collaborate with other areas of work
Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought
Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
Requirements:
Background in a global or European financial institution
Understanding of the financial media landscape across Europe and global tier 1 media
Experience advising senior leaders and influencing decision‑making in complex, fast‑moving environments
Proven ability to manage PR agency relationships and deliver integrated communications activity across multiple markets
Established media relationships and capability to communicate effectively, both in writing and in person
Skilled at navigating sensitive issues, planning and prioritising workloads, operating independently, and collaborating within a global communications team
What we offer:
Hybrid working
Structured approach to hybrid working with fixed 'anchor' days
Supportive and inclusive culture and environment
Commitment to flexible working arrangements
International scale offering incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience
Chance to learn from a globally diverse mix of colleagues