Corporate & Internal Communications Manager – John Crane Reporting directly into the Head of Brand, Content and Communications, this role will be responsible for leading a global PR programme that supports John Crane’s overall global business objective, as well as the development and execution of a robust internal communications strategy.

Internal Communications

Plan a best practice Internal Communications strategy for John Crane in accordance with John Crane and Smiths Group policies and procedures, with the aim of maximising employee engagement globally. Create a robust measurement framework for Internal Communications. Lead the execution of an inspiring annual internal communications calendar that reinforces key messages across John Crane’s global business and helps to create an informed and engaged workforce. Manage workflow and output of the Internal Communications Specialist. Support the Divisional Management Boards with sensitive corporate communications.

External Communications

Support the Brand Manager to develop brand, product, and vertical market communication messages with input from key stakeholders. Lead the planning of John Crane’s social media communications calendar. Own and lead the PR agency relationship – both UK and international. Develop and manage all media and public relations campaigns to strengthen the company brand perception. Own John Crane’s investor relations process and content creation for Smiths Group Interim and Annual Results, with John Crane CFO and Smiths Investor Relations functions, including gathering input from various functions. Own John Crane’s global government relations programmes supporting the Smiths Government Relations team and alignment to John Crane business objectives. Ensure there is robust measurement and reporting of all external communications.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field of study required. ~8+ years communications experience in a global organisation or communications agency. Experience in industrials sector preferred but not required. ~ Experience must include strategic communications planning and execution, and media relations. ~ Excellent writing ability with extensive experience in all forms of corporate and executive communication. ~ Flexible self-starter who can quickly manage priorities to meet the demands of the job and be comfortable in a fast paced, matrix environment. ~ Ability to seamlessly move from strategy to hands-on implementation. ~ Ability to travel both domestically and internationally as required.

Founded in 1917, John Crane is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and engineering of mission critical flow control solutions for increased efficiency, emission reductions and energy transformation. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems and predictive digital monitoring technologies. John Crane customer service is accessed through a global network of more than 200 global sites in over 50 countries employing more than 6,000 employees worldwide. We partner with our customers and help them meet the latest environmental standards and keep their operations safe and controlled.

John Crane is part of Smiths Group , For over 170 years, Smiths has been improving our world through smarter engineering. Our technology benefits millions of people every day – making travel safer, supporting sustainable energy transition, efficiently heating, cooling our homes, and helping our world stay connected.

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Diversity Clause

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics.

We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. At no time during the hiring process will John Crane, Smiths Group nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website ( Careers – John Crane ) or LinkedIn.

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