Communications Lead, Impact Partnerships

Communications Lead, Impact Partnerships

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Who We Are

We are an organization dedicated to driving progress. This core value, the \”red thread,\” connects everyone at The Economist Group (TEG). Our businesses are committed to innovation, independence, and rigor in their fields. We empower individuals to understand and address critical global challenges through analytical rigor, global expertise, and evidence-based insights, helping them make sense of and navigate these shifts.

We deliver analysis and insights in various formats to subscribers and clients in 170 countries via our four core businesses: The Economist , Economist Impact, Economist Intelligence, and Economist Education, each upholding our reputation for excellence and integrity.

Summary

Economist Impact, a commercial arm of TEG, collaborates globally to advance missions and catalyze progress through thought leadership, events, and amplification programs. The Communications Lead will manage all global communications for our client portfolios, serving as a strategic partner to proposal and delivery teams. Responsibilities include developing and executing communication plans, identifying target markets and audiences, creating content across channels, and reporting on results. We seek a seasoned communications leader experienced with mission-driven brands.

This role reports to the SVP of Global Communications, with a dotted line to the Global Head of Media Partnerships & Solutions.

Main Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for all Economist Impact communications, coordinating across teams, clients, agencies, and TEG departments.
• Integrate media relations, influencer engagement, executive communications, and PR to deliver measurable, aligned communication plans.
• Secure earned media across diverse topics like health, trade, technology, and sustainability.
• Develop creative strategies to position Economist Impact clients as thought leaders in their fields.
• Present communication concepts to leadership to ensure alignment.
• Collaborate on product, research, and event launches to generate buzz and recognition.
• Leverage news cycles and cultural trends for impactful campaigns.
• Plan for key industry moments and adapt to current events swiftly.
• Build relationships with journalists, influencers, and content creators relevant to impact issues.
• Stay informed on digital trends and explore innovative content and influencer strategies.
• Identify opportunities to elevate Economist Impact as a platform for thought leadership and client attraction.

Experience / Qualifications

• Extensive experience in in-house or agency settings leading mission-driven communications campaigns.
• Proven results in the impact sector with measurable outcomes.
• Deep understanding of the global media landscape and impact industry.
• Strong network of top-tier media contacts.
• Experience in B2B and consumer markets.
• Experience managing complex projects with external agencies.
• Strategic thinker aligned with business goals.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment with multiple priorities.
• Innovative mindset contributing to a culture of experimentation.
• Comfort with ambiguity and senior-level stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits including incentive programs, generous leave policies, volunteering days, well-being support, and free access to Economist content. Additional country-specific benefits are available.

Our Values

Our core values—Independence, Integrity, Excellence, Inclusivity, and Openness—guide our mission to pursue progress for individuals, organizations, and the world. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunities, fostering an inclusive environment for all colleagues and potential employees.

Additional Details

Senior level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job functions include Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing in the Newspaper Publishing industry.

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