Corporate Communications & Brand Manager - Europe

• Significant ownership and the opportunity to shape how an international business presents itself and communicates.
• A key role in implementing our new brand identity and strengthening Barents' positioning and recognition across Europe.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and collaboration across several European markets.
• An entrepreneurial environment where initiative and professional judgment matter, with the opportunity to develop communications and brand practices.
• A combination of strategic responsibility and hands-on execution, with access to specialist external support where appropriate.
• Competitive remuneration and company benefits.

We are an international insurance and reinsurance business with 30 years of experience and a growing presence across Europe. Our European businesses bring together specialist expertise in insurance and insurance distribution, with a strong focus on surety, financial guarantees and selected specialty lines.

Your Responsibilities

Corporate Communications, PR & Reputation

• Develop and implement corporate communications and PR activities aligned with Barents' business objectives, strengthening our reputation among clients, brokers, business partners and other stakeholders.
• Develop corporate narratives, key messages and content that communicate our expertise, business developments and value proposition.
• Advise and support senior management on corporate messaging, executive communications, stakeholder engagement and sensitive or reputation-related matters.
• Prepare announcements, press releases, articles, interviews and executive communications, while identifying opportunities for thought leadership, industry visibility and selected media engagement.
• Coordinate media relations and external PR specialists where appropriate, including support for sensitive communications.

Brand Strategy, Positioning & Marketing

• Develop and maintain consistent brand positioning, identity, voice and messaging across our European businesses.
• Lead the communications planning and practical rollout of the new Barents brand, developing the supporting materials and coordinating implementation in line with senior management's decisions.
• Liaise with Barents Re in Panama during the initial brand alignment and rebranding process to support consistency in brand identity, positioning and key messaging, with a primary focus on Europe.
• Develop corporate presentations, company profiles, brochures, templates and other marketing collateral, alongside selected initiatives supporting business development and market visibility.
• Ensure consistent brand application across websites, digital channels, events, offices and other touchpoints, supporting local teams while respecting market differences.

Digital Communications, Websites & Content

• Develop and manage editorial and content plans for corporate websites, LinkedIn, internal channels and other relevant platforms.
• Create and adapt written and visual content, including articles, corporate updates, social media posts, newsletters, presentations and everyday communications materials.
• Manage the company's social media presence, ensuring relevant content, consistent messaging and a professional visual identity.
• Manage website content and routine CMS updates, coordinating with technical specialists for more complex developments.
• Independently prepare everyday visual materials, branded templates and basic photo and video content.
• Monitor communications and digital channel performance to improve content, reach and engagement.

Internal Communications & Culture

• Develop and coordinate internal communications across our European businesses in collaboration with management and HR.
• Support CEO and management communications, organisational announcements, company updates and internal events.
• Communicate our identity, values and culture consistently across teams, including during organisational development, business growth and change initiatives.
• Partner with HR on employer branding and people-related communications that strengthen employee engagement and connection.
• Plan and coordinate corporate events, selected industry events, conferences and brand-building activities.
• Manage communications and branding projects, coordinating stakeholders, resources, deliverables and timelines.
• Propose an annual communications and brand budget based on business priorities, justify required resources and manage approved expenditure responsibly.
• Identify, brief and coordinate external PR, creative, design, digital, web and other specialists, balancing hands-on execution with cost-conscious external support.
• Establish relevant performance indicators and provide management with updates and recommendations.

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in corporate communications, brand management, integrated marketing communications, PR or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in corporate messaging, brand positioning, communications planning and reputation-building, with a strong understanding of corporate PR and reputation management.
• Sound professional judgment and strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present ideas, incorporate senior leadership feedback and adapt to evolving priorities.
• Impeccable written and spoken English and Spanish, with excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills in both languages.
• Proven ability to independently structure and deliver communications projects, coordinating stakeholders and driving implementation from concept to completion.
• Proactive, resourceful and hands-on approach, with the ability to create structure, establish priorities and deliver results in an evolving environment.
• Confidence working with senior management, gathering and consolidating information, and providing well-reasoned recommendations.
• Practical experience in content creation, social media, corporate presentations, branded materials and digital communications.
• Familiarity with website CMS platforms and the ability to manage routine updates independently.
• Ability to produce professional everyday visuals and presentations using Canva, Adobe Express, PowerPoint or similar tools.
• Experience managing external agencies and specialist partners, with strong attention to detail, brand consistency and a pragmatic, cost-conscious approach.
• Willingness to travel within Europe when required.