Senior Political Narratives Lead
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At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.
What you’ll do
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Political Narratives Lead to lead our company’s political positioning.
This position of a political spin doctor requires expertise in crafting compelling political and policy-related narratives, influencing political and public opinion, that align with our corporate objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of political landscapes, public affairs, and media dynamics to shape discourse, influence stakeholders, and enhance our corporate positioning.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in political communications, policy analysis, and storytelling, with the ability to craft persuasive messages that resonate with policymakers, media, and the public. You will play a pivotal role in shaping perception about the company among political decision makers that advance the company’s interests in complex political and regulatory landscapes.
- Craft and refine political and policy-oriented narratives that advance the company’s interests, ensuring alignment with broader corporate messaging.
- Develop and implement political messaging strategies that effectively position the company’s priorities with political, media, and public audiences.
- Monitor political trends, policy changes, and public sentiment to anticipate challenges and opportunities, integrating insights into narrative strategies.
- Craft persuasive speeches, white papers, and reports that effectively communicate our positions on key policy issues.
- Serve as a trusted advisor on political issues, ensuring consistent alignment with company values.
- Support rapid response efforts in political or policy-related crises, ensuring consistent and strategic messaging.
- Work closely with public affairs, policy and communications teams of Vodafone to create messaging strategies for policymakers, regulators, and key industry stakeholders.
- Collaborate with communications team to place narratives in mainstream and niche political media outlets, leveraging relationships with journalists and thought leaders.
- Align with corporate strategy, marketing, and other teams to ensure coherence in messaging and policy positions.
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Communications, Public Relations, Public Policy, Journalism, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in political communications, public affairs, government relations, or journalism, preferably in a corporate, agency, or governmental setting.
- Expertise in navigating complex political landscapes and influencing decision-makers at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to manage high-stakes crises and deliver under pressure.
- Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to distill complex issues into clear and compelling messages.
- Deep understanding of political ecosystems, legislative processes, and media landscapes.
- Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with digital and social media strategies for political messaging is a plus.
- Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of political and public affairs.
- Confident communicator in writing and verbally.
- Results-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive issues.
Not a perfect fit?
Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.
What's in it for you
- Yearly bonus: 20%
- Company car: company funded car of £580 per month + private fuel or cash alternative of £630
- per month.
- Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays + the opportunity to buy/sell/carry over 5 days/year
- Charity days: 5 days/year
- Maternity leave: 52 weeks: the first 13 weeks are fully paid, followed by 26 weeks of half pay
- Private pension: You can contribute up to 5% of your basic pay with 2:1 matching from Vodafone up to 10%.
- Access to: private medical, private dental, free health assessments, share save scheme
- Additional discounts: Vodafone retail, gym, cinema, cycle to work, season ticket loan
Who we are
We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.
Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.
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Together we can.