Job Description

• The Communications Lead is a seasoned professional who will lead a comprehensive communications strategy that supports our continuing growth.
• This individual will be the primary point of contact for and manager of all internal communications and will coordinate with external service providers to manage and elevate our external communications.
• The role demands exceptional verbal and written communication skills, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of brand development and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Internal Communications Strategy & Execution: Design and deliver a cohesive internal communications framework that fosters transparency, alignment, and engagement across all departments and geographies.
• External Communications Coordination: Act as the liaison between Union Maritime and external agencies, and directly with media and others as necessary, ensuring consistency, quality, and strategic alignment in all external messaging.
• Brand Development & Stewardship: Lead initiatives to refine and deploy Union Maritime’s brand identity. Ensure brand consistency in tone, visuals, and messaging.
• Executive & Leadership Communications: Support the executive team with high-impact presentations, speeches, and strategic messaging. Translate complex ideas into compelling narratives.
• Crisis & Change Communications: Develop and implement communication plans for major organizational changes, crises, or strategic shifts. Ensure clarity, empathy, and control in sensitive situations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key industry contacts, media outlets, and communication partners to enhance Union Maritime’s visibility and reputation.
• Top-Class Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to craft clear and persuasive messages for diverse audiences.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align communication initiatives with business goals and anticipate communication needs in a dynamic environment.
• Brand & Narrative Development: Experience in shaping and evolving brand identity and corporate storytelling.
• Stakeholder Management: Skilled in managing relationships across internal teams and external partners, with diplomacy and influence.
• Presentation Excellence: Strong design and delivery skills for executive-level presentations and public speaking engagements.