City of Westminster, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Overview of Role Position: Head of Communications Reporting to: CEO Direct report: Social and Digital Lead Location: London Zodiac Maritime is a London-headquartered ship owner and operator managing one of the world’s la…
Skills: Communications Strategy, Media Relations, Reputation Management, Internal Communications, Crisis Communications
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The Head of Communications will set and execute a strategic communications strategy to advance business goals, including protecting financing and attracting top talent. The role involves managing internal and external communications while maintaining a discreet, relationship-driven corporate image.
Candidates must have demonstrated success in a senior communications role with expertise in media relations and reputational judgment. A hands-on approach and the ability to navigate complex geopolitical issues are essential, while maritime industry experience is desirable.
Overview of Role
Position: Head of Communications
Reporting to: CEO
Direct report: Social and Digital Lead
Location: London
Zodiac Maritime is a London-headquartered ship owner and operator managing one of the world’s largest privately owned fleets. Over several decades, the company has built a reputation for performance excellence, reliability and restraint, while fostering enduring relationships across the industry.
That standing has been earned through actions rather than noise. Today, the company is focused on ensuring it is properly understood by the audiences that matter most, while remaining true to the understated approach that has served it well.
We are seeking a Head of Communications to guide this approach. This is, first and foremost, a strategic leadership role: the successful candidate will set and own Zodiac’s communications strategy, working closely with the Principals to ensure it reflects the company’s priorities, values and long-term objectives.
The role sits within a small team, and we are looking for someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. Success in the role will come from being equally comfortable shaping strategy and delivering it, while also supporting day-to-day execution as needed.
Primary Deliverables
Communications activity exists to serve the business, not as an end in itself. Zodiac places far greater value on business outcomes than on traditional PR metrics such as reach or share of voice. The successful candidate will own a communications strategy designed to advance five key goals:
Reinforcing Zodiac's position as a dependable, long-term partner and a generational business in an industry often shaped by shorter-term players.
Communicate the discipline and long-term approach that has enabled Zodiac’s sustained success, strong balance sheet and exceptional access to capital.
Strengthen internal communications so that ship and shore team members understand the company's direction, see how they contribute to its success, and have information they need to perform at their best.
Strengthen Zodiac's visibility and appeal so that the best seafarers, cadets and their families see the company as a modern employer that values its people and offers long-term opportunities. Communications should help reinforce Zodiac's reputation as an employer of choice across its global crewing markets.
Ensure prospective shore-side candidates gain a clear and balanced understanding of Zodiac as a modern, high-performing employer when conducting their due diligence, rather than an information gap dominated by incident coverage.
Measures of Success
This role is not measured by the volume of coverage or number of social media followers. Performance will be assessed primarily on:
Skill Profile
We expect to recruit well beyond the maritime sector. While industry knowledge would be welcomed, it is not essential; judgement, temperament and cultural fit matter more. The strongest candidates are likely to come from organisations whose communications cultures mirror Zodiac Maritime's own: discreet, relationship-driven, reputation-led and long-term in outlook.
Relevant backgrounds might include corporate affairs in private banking or wealth management, professional-services or law-firm partnerships, family-owned industrial or trading businesses, or institutional finance and asset management. A consumer or “more-coverage-is-always-better” PR background is unlikely to be the right fit.
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Offices: Portman House, 2 Portman Street, London, GB
𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 Starting with a single ship, Zodiac Maritime has grown into one of the world's largest and most respected shipping companies. Founded and headquartered in London in 1976, we operate offices across Europe and Asia and are supported by a dedicated crew of over 6,500 seafarers. Our unwavering commitment to safety, operational excellence, customer satisfaction and environmental responsibility drives our success. 𝐀 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 Zodiac Maritime forms the backbone of global trade, trusted by leading companies worldwide to transport the essential goods and products that support modern life. Each year, our ships help transport over 100 million tonnes of goods and commodities worldwide. Our diverse fleet of around 200 ships includes containerships, bulk carriers, crude, product, gas and chemical tankers, and car and truck carriers. The unique diversity of our fleet and our agility sets us apart - allowing us to offer our customers unparalleled flexibility. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 Our multi-generational heritage is the foundation of our values and customer relationships. With our strong focus on health and safety, reliability, and efficiency, Zodiac Maritime has built a strong reputation for operational excellence over seven decades in the maritime industry. 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 Zodiac Maritime epitomises stability, reliability and innovation - well positioning us for continued growth.
Offices: Portman House, 2 Portman Street, London, GB
