Head of Communications

WHY FACULTY?

We established Faculty in 2014 because we thought that AI would be the most important technology of our time. Since then, we’ve worked with over 350 global customers to transform their performance through human-centric AI. You can read about our real-world impact here https://faculty.ai/impact.

We don’t chase hype cycles. We innovate, build and deploy responsible AI which moves the needle - and we know a thing or two about doing it well. We bring an unparalleled depth of technical, product and delivery expertise to our clients who span government, finance, retail, energy, life sciences and defence.

Our business, and reputation, is growing fast and we’re always on the lookout for individuals who share our intellectual curiosity and desire to build a positive legacy through technology.

AI is an epoch-defining technology, join a company where you’ll be empowered to envision its most powerful applications, and to make them happen.

Join an exceptional team at the forefront of AI communications and shape the story of one of Europe’s leading applied AI companies as it enters a phase of rapid global growth. Communications at Faculty is high stakes, high visibility, and high impact.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Co-own communications strategy and the external voice of Faculty

• Own media messaging and narrative development, continually ensuring our external positioning remains thoughtful and unique, yet punchy and news-generating

• Partner deeply with Faculty’s co-founder and CEO and global CTO of Accenture, advising him thoughtfully and decisively as you position him as a leading global voice on AI at the same time as building his profile with key stakeholder groups

• Confidently and effectively operate across both highly matrixed global organisations, as well as rapidly growing scale up environments, using astute judgement and broader soft skills to influence and educate a range of stakeholders

• Rapidly scale Faculty’s external communications programme, including media relations, executive communications, client communication and corporate communications

• Think creatively and expansively beyond traditional media to identify and shape new opportunities for growing Faculty’s voice.

• Build a network of key relationships within our parent organisation Accenture

• Bring bold ideas, energy and vision - using your skills and experience to take communications at Faculty to a new level

• Quickly earn and maintain the trust of Faculty leadership to act as a trusted advisor on external communications matters, including in high-stakes or crisis situations.

• Establish deep, lasting cross-functional relationships in order to understand the impact AI is having on our industries and customers, and to use that insight to shape the company’s external communications programme.

• Partner closely with the Director of Marketing and Communications, the Head of Marketing, and the Head of International Communications and Growth to develop and deliver integrated strategies

• Grow and safeguard Faculty’s brand and reputation and anchor important decisions in our mission - the safe, widespread adoption of AI

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Communications: 10+ years of experience leading external, executive and strategic communications for a leading brand in the AI / technology space and / or similar at a leading PR firm

• Storytelling: Deep understanding of the global AI discourse and a proven ability to craft, own and evolve global strategic narratives

• Leadership: Proven ability to coach and mentor highly capable teams, as well as being part of a broader leadership group

• Stakeholder management: Experience working hand in glove with C-suite leaders and founders, earning trust through sound judgment and a bias for delivery.

• Internal alignment: Proven ability to work across teams and disciplines, often with high levels of ambiguity, and drive coordination and control in order to deliver overarching communications objectives

• Strategic thinking: An ability to operate at the upper echelons of a business, and to show how communications strategy is both aligned to commercial goals and is actively helping achieve them

• Parsimonious communications style: Exceptional written skills with the ability to precisely draft everything from executive keynotes and press releases to corporate narratives and media briefing notes

• Modern media mix: Proven understanding of the modern media landscape, and being equally comfortable placing spokespeople across emerging platforms as traditional ones.

• Technical Translation: Proven ability to distill complex AI and other technical concepts into accessible narratives for a range of audiences

• AI Subject Matter Expertise: Deep understanding of AI, in particular its transformative benefits when adopted into enterprises and governments, as well as associated risks.

OUR INTERVIEW PROCESS

• Talent Team Screen (30 mins)

• Introduction interview with the Hiring Manager (30 mins)

• Panel Interview (60 minutes)

• Final Stage Interview with the CEO (30 mins)

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OUR RECRUITMENT ETHOS

We aim to grow the best team - not the most similar one. We know that diversity of individuals fosters diversity of thought, and that strengthens our principle of seeking truth. And we know from experience that diverse teams deliver better work, relevant to the world in which we live. We’re united by a deep intellectual curiosity and desire to use our abilities for measurable positive impact. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, religions and sexual orientations.

Some of our standout benefits:

• Unlimited Annual Leave Policy

• Private healthcare and dental

• Enhanced parental leave

• Family-Friendly Flexibility & Flexible working

• Sanctus Coaching

• Hybrid Working

If you don’t feel you meet all the requirements, but are excited by the role and know you bring some key strengths, please don't hesitate in applying as you might be right for this role, or other roles. We are open to conversations about part-time hours.