Corporate Communications Manager
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10124187 Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date postedJun. 20, 2025
Job Summary:
About the Role & Team
Be you, be here, be part of the story!
At The Walt Disney Company, magic is more than just a word; it's a way of life. For a century, we've been inspiring imaginations, celebrating diversity, and bringing families together through our beloved stories, characters, and experiences. From our iconic theme parks and resorts to our groundbreaking films, television shows, interactive media and products, we're dedicated to creating magic that knows no bounds.
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Communications Manager to lead high-impactcorporate PR campaignsthat enhance brand reputation and drive earned media engagement. This role involves strategic storytelling, media relations, stakeholder management, crisis communication, and integrated campaignsthat connect with audiences across EMEA.
You will work cross-functionallywith teams including Brand & Franchise Marketing, CSR, DE&I, Public Policy, Legal, Finance, and Consumer Products, ensuring alignment in messaging and activation. Your expertise in managing PR agencies, developing assets, shaping narratives, and leading brand momentswill be crucial in delivering standout communications efforts.
Join us in shaping the magic behind the scenes!
This is an office-based role. 4 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday).
What You Will Do
Strategic Communications & PR Campaigns
* Shape brand storytellingthrough earned mediaand digital channelsensuring alignment with marketing priorities.
* Strategically manage PR agenciesto maximize campaign impact and media coverage.
* Deliver high-profilecommsactivationsacross the UK and wider EMEA markets, ensuring localization while maintaining brand consistency.
* Develop and leadcorporate PR campaignsfor major brand activationssuch Disney’s annual Christmas advert and CSR initiatives such asA Disney Wish.
Media Relations & Crisis Management
* Build strong relationships with media(across broadcast, print, online), securing positive press coverage
* Lead withCorporate Communications Director on crisis communications, developing messaging and media management plans in response to issues.
* Conduct regular media briefingsto keep journalists informed of key brand developments andcorporate narrative.
* Work closer with executive team to deliver stakeholder engagement plan, including organizing stakeholder events.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Thought Leadership
* Work with internal teams to amplify PR effortsacross multiple channels.
* Work withCorporate Communications Director to set direction for EMEA markets, ensuring replication of successful campaigns where relevant.
* Sustain collaboration with market teams across EMEA
* Leadspeaker engagementsfor UK and EMEA leadership, overseeing messaging, speechwriting, and audiovisual materials.
* Overseecorporate assetsincluding fact sheets, boilerplates, executive biographies, photography, andcorporate website content.
* Organizecorporate eventssuch as engagement events and media screenings as well as lead the EMEA elements of thebi-annual D23 Expo.
Performance Tracking & Budget Oversight
* Define earned media KPIs, assess campaign effectiveness, and apply insights to future strategies.
* Ensure efficient budget management, overseeing cost trackers and securing resources to support PR initiatives.
Required Qualifications & Skills
* Proven experienceincorporate communications, ideally at SeniorAccount Director level or above(if agency).
* Deep understanding of the media landscape, with expertise in shaping stories for earned coverage.
* Exceptional writing skills - capable of drafting press releases, speeches, executive messaging, and strategy documents.
* Familiarity with different countries in EMEA through the lens ofcommsand confident navigating multiple market asks at any one point
* Strong organization and project management abilities, with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
* A strategic and creative thinker, adept at developing impactful campaigns in fast-paced environments.
* Experience in crisis management, including media handling and reactive messaging.
* Leadership skills - ability to mentor junior team membersand manage agency partnerships effectively.
* You’ll be adept in providing strategiccommsadvice - outlininginternally what works in earned media.
The Perks
* 25 days annual leave
* Private medical insurance & dental care
* Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free
* Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing
* Excellent parental and guardian leave
* Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.
The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
About The Walt Disney Company (EMEA):
Disney EMEA aims to drive growth, innovation and brand affinity across an extremely diverse collection of countries with a team of over 6,000 employees operating in 59 markets with offices in 29 countries.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with The Walt Disney Company Limited, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) .
The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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