Communications Manager in London

Cory is one of the UK’s leading recycling and waste management companies, with a rich history of working on the River Thames for over 200 years. We operate one of the country’s largest and most efficient Energy from Waste (EfW) facilities. Using our fleet of tugs and barges, we transport c. 800,000 tonnes of London’s residual waste annually down the Thames to our EfW facility in Belvedere, where we generate enough low-carbon, baseload energy to power the equivalent of 213,000 homes. The metals are extracted from the bottom ash and recycled, and the ash and other by-products from the process used in the construction industry, contributing to the UK’s circular economy.

We also operate a materials recycling facility, processing c. 70,000 tonnes of dry mixed recycling per year and manage civic amenities sites for local boroughs. Our sustainable business strategy is focused on three priority areas: net zero goals with bolder ambitions; maximising potential, minimising impact; and inspiring people, enabling change. To help meet London and the South East’s waste treatment capacity gap, Cory is currently developing a second EfW facility adjacent to its current one, that will process a further c. 650,000 tonnes of waste, diverting this waste from landfill/export. We are also developing what will be the world’s largest single site EfW carbon capture facility, with an aim to capture 90% of the carbon emitted from Cory’s EfW facilities – a significant contribution to the UK’s net zero target.

Purpose of the role

As Cory’s Communications Manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and development of Cory’s internal and external communication channels, including media engagement, digital communications, and social media. You will also support the Head of Communications and Public Affairs (HCPA) on engagement with policy areas relevant to the sector and other communications initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the HCPA and senior executives to drive Cory’s internal communications, with a focus on employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and transparency around business performance and material issues.
• Create and curate content for Cory’s communication channels, including Workvivo, newsletters, the corporate website and LinkedIn.
• Develop and distribute media materials for corporate announcements and build relationships with key sector and national journalists.
• Project manage the Annual Report process, in conjunction with the HCPA, Head of Sustainability and Group Reporting Manager, to include liaising with design agency, drafting/reviewing copy, managing photography, ensuring compliance with corporate governance requirements.
• Support the development of corporate storytelling strategies that enhance Cory’s reputation and profile, including major projects such as Carbon Capture and Storage, Heat etc.
• Monitor the media and political landscape and support with responses where necessary, such as responding to media requests and updating internal stakeholders.

Job requirements

• At least 3 years of direct experience in a Communications, Stakeholder Management, or Public Relations role.
• Excellent writing and copy-editing skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to disseminate complex business information into compelling, engaging, and easy-to-understand messages.
• Experience of working with the media, handling and managing media enquiries.
• A self-starter, who takes the initiative and can work autonomously with only loose direction, who will also work collaboratively with different parts of the business.
• A creative and inquisitive mind, positivity, enthusiasm and a strong work ethic.
• Interest and experience of using internal communication channels e.g. Workvivo, video, web/intranet.
• Experience using Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint and SharePoint.
• Experience crafting and promoting engaging social media content, particularly for LinkedIn.
• Desirable: a keen interest in climate/environmental/sustainability issues.

Please note: The role reports into the HCPA and sits within the wider Corporate Affairs team. While the Corporate Affairs team is small, the individual will have exposure to the whole business. The role is based in Moorgate, although some travel to sites throughout London will be expected. This is a part-time (3 days per week), 12-month fixed-term contract.