Head of Communications

Company ALPINE RACING LIMITED Job Description About the job

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and visionary Head of Communications to lead our Communications function at Enstone. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for defining and delivering the communications strategy that shapes how our team is perceived by fans, media, partners, employees and the wider Formula One community.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will oversee all aspects of communications, including Formula One media relations, partner communications, internal communications, digital strategy and content. You will help drive audience growth, enhance our reputation, support commercial objectives and ensure our stories are told in a compelling and authentic way. As part of a fast-paced, ambitious and high-performing environment, you'll lead a talented team of communications specialists while influencing stakeholders across the organisation and throughout the Formula One ecosystem.

The Role of Our Head of Communications

You will set the strategic direction for communications across the business, developing season-long narratives that bring our racing, people, partners and ambitions to life. From managing global media relationships and supporting senior leaders, to driving digital engagement and leading crisis communications, you'll play a vital role in protecting and enhancing the team's profile on a global stage.

Your Challenge

• Create and lead the team's short and long-term communications strategy.
• Develop compelling season-long storytelling and communications campaigns that support racing and business objectives.
• Lead media relations activity and secure impactful coverage across traditional, digital and social media platforms.
• Provide strategic communications support and media guidance to senior leadership and team spokespeople.
• Oversee crisis communications planning and reputation management activities.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to maximise partner value through communications, content and media activations.
• Lead and develop a high-performing communications team across media, partner, internal and digital communications.
• Build relationships with Formula One stakeholders, governing bodies, partners and corporate communications teams.
• Champion internal communications initiatives that strengthen culture, engagement and employer brand.
• Measure communications performance, sentiment and PR value, using insight to shape future strategy.
• Own and manage the communications budget effectively.

Who We Want

We are looking for an inspiring communications leader with significant experience in sport, entertainment or another high-profile global environment.

You will have a proven track record of developing strategic communications programmes, managing media relationships and leading high-performing teams.

You’ll be comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where priorities can change quickly and where professional judgement, calm decision-making and strategic thinking are essential.

You’ll also bring:

• Extensive experience in Communications, Public Relations or Media leadership roles.
• Experience managing both internal teams and external agencies or partners.
• Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Strong media relations expertise and an established understanding of reputation management.
• The ability to operate strategically while delivering in a high-pressure environment.
• A collaborative, proactive and creative approach, coupled with excellent communication skills.
• Experience supporting senior executives or other high-profile individuals in public-facing environments.
• A willingness to travel to all race events French and/or Italian language fluency would be considered as an advantage

What We Offer You In Return

Working for Alpine Formula One Team, you will play a key role in shaping the reputation and narrative of a globally recognised sporting brand.

You’ll work alongside exceptional talent, influence activity seen by millions of fans worldwide, and contribute directly to the growth and success of the team.

• competitive remuneration packages
• private medical healthcare
• access to a free on-site gym
• a subsidised restaurant
• a range of additional benefits

You’ll also enjoy excellent development opportunities within a collaborative and innovative environment where ambition, teamwork and performance sit at the heart of everything we do.

At Alpine Formula One Team, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be their true selves. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures and experiences and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Job Family

Communication

Renault Group is committed to creating an inclusive working environment and the conditions for each of us to bring their passion, perform to the full and grow, whilst being themselves.

We find strength in our diversity and we are engaged to ensure equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, etc.

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BWT Alpine Formula One Team competes in the FIA Formula One World Championship with Grand Prix winner Pierre Gasly and rising star Franco Colapinto. The two drivers, under the leadership of Executive Advisor Flavio Briatore and Managing Director Steve Nielsen and piloting the revolutionary Alpine A526, are driving forward the team's charge during a highly competitive Formula One season.

The team operates out of its Enstone factory in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, where it has been based since 1992, in its previous guises as Benetton Formula, Renault F1 Team and Lotus F1 Team. Enstone has a winning legacy with seven Formula One World Championships including the Drivers’ World Championship [1994, 1995, 2005 and 2006] with Michael Schumacher and Fernando Alonso, and the Constructors’ World Championship [1995, 2005 and 2006].

The team’s 2026 car, the A526, is designed and built on-site with the 1000-strong workforce working hard towards the new opportunities presented in the 24-race season.

For more information, please head to www.alpinef1.com

Alpine, a brand born from racing Alpine’s history dates back to 1955 when Jean Rédélé, a young man passionate about competition, formed the automotive brand. Fast forward nearly 70 years, and Alpine is now at the forefront of motor racing, competing alongside the elite in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship and the World Endurance Championship as well as many other motorsport disciplines. The original A110 road car was introduced in 1962 and, by the early 1970s, Alpine was a major force in topflight rally competition. In 1971, Alpine took the three steps on the podium of the world-famous Rallye Monte Carlo for the first time and later again in 1973. The company went on to win the World Rally Championship Manufacturers’ title later that year. Alpine achieved one of its most famous motorsport triumphs in 1978; overall victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Filled with this racing passion and savoir-faire, the brand continued to release new and innovative road cars throughout the 70s and 80s, including the A310 V6 and the GTA. As soon as Alpine's relaunch in 2012 was announced, a competition programme was born to develop the brand's awareness. This commitment was underlined in endurance racing, which has enjoyed numerous successes on international circuits. Fast forward to 2021 and Alpine took its very first steps into the elite realms of Formula 1, after Luca de Meo announced the company’s decision to enter the series as the rebranded Alpine F1 Team. In 2024, the brand is reiterating its commitment to Formula 1, Endurance, Rally, Cup, GT and the SimRacing sphere through Esports. A busy calendar for 2024, punctuated by the FIA Formula 1 World Championship, the World Endurance Championship, the FFSA GT4 European Series, FFSA Championnat de France GT, the Championnat de France FFSA des Rallyes, but also by customer competitions organised by the brand, such as the Alpine Elf Rally Trophy on the road and the Alpine Elf Europa Cup on the track.