Job Description

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Description

Discover Lloyds Register Maritime

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Lloyds Register

Maritime are a leading provider of classification and compliance services to the marine and offshore industries, helping their clients design, construct, operate, extend and decommission their assets safely and in line with environmental expectations.



In the drive for efficiency, sustainability and resilience in the ocean economy, their technical and business advisory services enable businesses to reach their full potential and achieve a competitive edge - now and into the future. They offer their clients advice, support and solutions during every stage of the asset lifecycle across the maritime value chain.

In the race to zero emissions, their solutions, technical expertise and industry-firsts will support a safe, sustainable maritime energy transition.

As humanity faces some of its greatest challenges, including population growth, climate change, and rapid technological developments, there is an urgent need to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. In this pivotal race, the ocean is a vital resource that plays a crucial role in meeting these challenges.

Founded in 2010,

OneOcean i

s a digital solutions Platform providing a seamless connection to unite the digital journey between ship and shore.

The company joined the Lloyd's Register Group in 2022 and is now one of the leading maritime software with over 500 employees. The tool which provides real-time navigation, performance and compliance insight, is currently used on over 22,000 ships.

In January 2025 Lloyd Register will complete an acquisition of

Ocean Technologies Group

from Oakley Capital. Ocean Technologies Group is a leader in the maritime industry, providing essential human capital management, training compliance, operational, and HR software to over 1,000 shipowners and operators and over a million seafarers worldwide. This acquisition will enable Lloyds Register to offer OTG advanced solutions across a combined fleet of over 30,000 vessels.

Navigating the position:

Communication Manager



The

Communications Manager

is responsible for developing and delivering both internal and external communications for Ocean Technologies Group (OTG) and OneOcean. This role ensures employees, stakeholders, and external audiences receive clear, engaging, and consistent messaging aligned with the company's vision, values, and strategic goals. The role will drive internal engagement, support employer branding, and manage corporate communications to enhance OTG and OneOcean's reputation.###

Your Voyage Ahead:

Develop and execute an internal communications strategy to ensure employees are informed and engaged. Craft and manage executive communications, including leadership messages, announcements, and presentations. Drive communication of HR programs, cultural initiatives, and business updates. Manage internal communication platforms, including intranet, newsletters, and digital collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Teams). Organise and manage company-wide events, town halls, and engagement campaigns. Measure the effectiveness of internal communications through surveys, feedback mechanisms, and analytics. Develop and oversee external communication strategies to enhance OTG and OneOcean's public image. Manage press releases, media relations, and corporate announcements in collaboration with PR agencies. Work closely with Marketing to ensure consistent branding and messaging across internal and external channels. Support employer branding initiatives to attract and retain top talent. Act as a key contact for external communication requests, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Support leadership with change management communications during periods of transformation, M&A activity, or restructuring. Develop and implement crisis communication plans, ensuring clear, timely, and consistent messaging. Provide strategic advice on sensitive communication topics and key company announcements.
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Recommended to bring on board:

Educational Attainment

Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.


Professional Background

Extensive experience in internal and external communications, employee engagement, or corporate communications. Experience in a global, fast-paced, and multi-location organisation. Proven ability to translate business and HR priorities into compelling, audience-focused communication strategies. Strong experience managing corporate messaging, PR initiatives, and employer branding.[AM1]
Expected Areas of Competence:Excellent storytelling, writing, and editing skills, with a strong grasp of tone and messaging. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work effectively with senior leadership. Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt to changing priorities. Experience with media relations, press releases, and crisis communication strategies. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, content management systems, and digital communication tools.
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?Navigating Life with LR: Unveil a Treasure Trove of Benefits:

Private medical insurance Matching pension contribution up to 5% BUPA cash plan (to fund out of pocket medical costs) and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Life assurance
Further Benefits:We operate a remote working environment where we fully support remote working We enable internal mobility by posting all vacancies on our internal job board and encourage all Oceaneers to make their next move within OTG We offer a referral fee to Oceaneers who refer new Oceaneers that subsequently join OTG We provide a culture of continuous development and growth
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About Ocean Technologies Group

The Ocean Technologies Group is a global learning and operational technology company dedicated to realising the potential of every seafarer and every ship.

The group is built on historic and iconic maritime brands with over 60 years' collective experience of helping the most successful ship operators achieve the highest standards of safety and operational excellence.



Together, our companies boast an unrivalled network of over 1,400 customers, 20,000 vessels and over 1,000,000 seafarers with the biggest data rich picture of learning and development behaviour in maritime history.



It is this collective knowledge, experience and ability to collaborate with our partners, that will empower the Ocean Technologies Group to help to make the industry safer, stronger and able to excel.